Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Fire - Stay Informed Minor Bethanga, Tallangatta, Mitta Valley and surrounds Today at 6:35 PM
This Advice message is being issued for Bethanga, Tallangatta, Mitta Valley and surrounds
  • There is a bushfire 25Km west of Walwa that is not yet under control.
  • Crews are working to strengthen containment lines and conduct controlled back burning in the southern part of the fire. This may cause an increase in smoke in the area. 
  • This Advice message replaces the Advice message issued on at 6:57am. 

Access the latest Community Newsletter online.
There is currently no threat to communities, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.
What you should do: 
  • Monitor weather conditions and warnings. 
  • Review your fire survival plan. 
  • If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Check the VicTraffic website (www.traffic.transport.vic.gov.au) or call 13 11 70 for the latest road closures.
  • Smoke may be visible from nearby communities and roads. 
  • Emergency services, machinery and aircraft will remain in the area.
  • For localised mental health support please contact Albury Wodonga Health Mental Health Triage Line on 1300 104 211
Community Meetings: 
Monday 19th January
  • Mitta Mitta - 11:00am at Magorra Park Multipurpose Centre
  • Tallangatta Valley - 2:00pm at Tallangatta Valley Town Hall 
Tuesday 20th January
  • Walwa - 11:00am at Walwa Recreation Reserve 
  • Corryong - 2:00pm at Corryong Memorial Hall 

If you live in NSW, information and warnings can be found on the RFS NSW fires near me website. 
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.

The next update is expected by 19/01/2026 12:00 pm 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.
  • To access this 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 on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.