Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Fire - Stay Informed Minor between the townships of Irrewillipe, Kawarren, Lovat, Wimba, Charleys Creek, Carlisle River and covers the township of Gellibrand Yesterday at 4:25 PM
This Advice message is being issued for between the townships of Irrewillipe, Kawarren, Lovat, Wimba, Charleys Creek, Carlisle River and covers the township of Gellibrand.
There is currently no threat to you, but you should stay informed and plan for what you will do if the situation changes. 
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: 
  • Emergency services will remain in the area.
  • Heavy machinery and aircraft continue to operate in the area.
  • Smoke may be visible from nearby communities and roads. 
Road closures:
  • Gellibrand - Carlisle Road in both directions between Brown Dog Track and Tuckers Orchard Road.
  • Check the VicTraffic website (traffic.transport.vic.gov.au) or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
  • All Forest and National Park Tracks and Roads within the impacted area are closed.
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.

The next update is expected by 07/02/2026 04:00 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.