Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Threat is Reduced - Monitor Conditions Moderate Faraday, Harcourt, Harcourt North, Sutton Grange Today at 6:41 PM
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Faraday, Harcourt, Harcourt North, Sutton Grange. 
  • The fire at Ravenswood South is contained. 
  • Active fire remains in the southern section of the Mount Alexander Regional Park due to burning out operations. Large amounts of smoke will be visible in the area as burning operations subside.
  • Crews have been able to slow the spread of fire and contain it to the current burn area. 
  • Access is strictly prohibited.
This Watch and Act replaces the Watch & Act issued at 09:55am.
The threat is reduced, but the situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Smoke may be visible.
  • Fire damaged trees remain a serious hazard in the burnt area, crews are still undertaking assessments, trees or limbs may fall without warning.
  • The Mount Alexander Regional Park remains closed.
  • Roads may be closed as further recovery and firefighting works take place.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.   

The next update is expected by 17/01/2026 10:00 am or as the situation changes.   

Use multiple sources to stay informed: 
Accessibility: 
  • The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency. For information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.   
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service for assistance and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.