Warrandyte, Gisborne, Mickleham - homes lost - too late to get out, roads closed

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Beanie Girl

Oh-oh, worst fires since Black Saturday is ravaging Victoria in a number of areas. Winds that keep changing direction making fire unpredictable.

Roads out of Gisborne, Mickleham and Warrandyte closed - too late to get out
You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

Warrandyte - family of five narrowly escapes as fire destroys home half an hour later
Mickleham - homes threatened, number of homes lost not clear yet

Grass fire in densely populated area of Reservoir and Fawkner. Keep watch!
Grass fire in Sunbury, The Gap, Craigieburn, Clarkefield

EMERGENCY WARNING
Issued For: Beveridge, Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Mickleham, Wallan
Fire Origin: MICKLEHAM
Incident Name: MICKLEHAM RD
Issued: 09/02/14 1:44 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Beveridge, Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Mickleham, Wallan Mickleham Road and Mount Ridley Road.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a northerly direction and has crossed Donnybrook Road and heading towards Beveridge, Donnybrook, Kalkallo and Wallan.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

The expected wind change has occurred.

The next update is expected by 09/02/14 4:30 PM or as the situation changes.

EMERGENCY WARNING
Issued For: Gisborne
Fire Origin: GISBORNE
Incident Name: DALRYMPLE RD
Issued: 09/02/14 3:12 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Gisborne. This Emergency Warning is for the following roads - Leslie Road, Andrew Road, Murray Road, Peters Road and Campbell Road.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a westerly direction towards Gisborne.

Spotfires and Ember Attacks could occur ahead of the fire.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately
 
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143 fire warnings issued in Vic today, most intense day of fire danger since Black Saturday. 37 fires now, over 100 today. #CFA

Recommendation to Evacuate
GOONGERAH-DEDDICK TRAIL
20KM NW GOONGERAH
Effective: 09/02/14 4:26 PM
Expires: 09/02/14 5:30 PM
There is a large bushfire in the Snowy River National Park that is not yet under control.
A southerly wind change is expected within the next two hours.
When the wind change occurs the fire is likely to impact on you.

Evatuation Information:

If you are located in Bonang, Cabanandra, Deddick Valley, Dellicknora, Tubbut and Amboyne, it is strongly recommended that you evacuate and seek shelter at Delegate Relief Centre at the Delegate Country Club, Bonang Road, Delegate.
Turn on your vehicle headlights and drive slowly; smoke will make it difficult to see.
This advice is current to 09/02/14 5:30 PM, evacuation after this time is considered life threatening.
After 09/02/14 5:30 PM it may be too late to leave, take shelter when the fire arrives - protect yourself from the fire's heat.
Last resort options include a Neighbourhood Safer Place, a stationary car in a cleared area, a ploughed paddock or reserve or body of water like a swimming pool or dam.
If you are away from home; do not return.
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.

Incident Information:

A wind change is expected anytime in the next 2 hours, which may cause the fire to change in a northerly direction.
Victoria Police Community Evacuation Information: http://www.police.vic.gov.au/content.asp?Document_ID=39879.

Stay Informed:
For General Bushfire Information:

Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on freecall 1800 240 667 or www.cfa.vic.gov.au.


Stay Informed:

ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations or watching Sky News TV.
Deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact VBIL via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.
Road closures: Check www.vicroads.vic.gov.au
Tourists: Stay away from the listed areas.
For life or property threatening emergencies: Call 000
Map: None

Recommendation to Evacuate
ORBOST - RAYMOND CREEK - MOORS
11KM WEST BUCHAN
Effective: 09/02/14 2:36 PM
Expires: 09/02/14 5:00 PM
There are multiple fires northwest of Orbost that are not yet under control and are moving in a south easterly direction.
The fires are expected to impact anytime within the next two hours.
Evacuation Information:

If you are located in Bete Bolong, Bete Bolong North, Youngs Creek and the outlying areas of Jarrahmond it is strongly recommended that you evacuate and seek shelter at the Orbost Relief Centre at Orbost Secondary College, Arnold Street, Orbost.
Turn on your vehicle headlights and drive slowly; smoke will make it difficult to see.
This advice is current to 09/02/14 5:00 PM, evacuation after this time is considered life threatening.
After 09/02/14 5:00 PM it may be too late to leave, take shelter when the fire arrives - protect yourself from the fire's heat.
Last resort options include a Neighbourhood Safer Place, a stationary car in a cleared area, a ploughed paddock or reserve or body of water like a swimming pool or dam.
If you are away from home; do not return.
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Riddells Creek
Fire Origin: GISBORNE
Incident Name: DALRYMPLE RD
Issued: 09/02/14 4:51 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Riddells Creek. This Emergency Warning is for residents of Riddells Creek township.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a north easterly direction from Gisborne South towards Riddells Creek. This fire has crossed Jacksons Creek.

Spotfires and Ember Attacks are occurring ahead of the fire.

Residents in these areas are in immediate danger, act now to protect yourself. You must enact your bushfire survival plan now
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.


The next update is expected by 09/02/14 5:30 PM or as the situation changes.

Safety Information
When indoors:

Close all exterior doors, windows and vents and turn off cooling systems.
Shelter in a room that has a door and or a window to the outside - It is critical to keep an eye on what is happening with the fire.

If you cannot get indoors, other last resort options include:

A large open area like a ploughed paddock, football oval or sporting reserve.
A large body of water like a dam, lake, river, the ocean or inground pool.
Try to protect yourself from the fire's heat.

In the car:

Park behind a solid structure to block the fire's heat or pull over to a cleared area.
Try to position the car towards the approaching fire.
Put on your hazard lights and headlights.
Turn the engine off, close all windows and ensure that car air vents are closed.
Get down as low as possible below window level and cover up with a woolen blanket.

If you are travelling, do not enter the area, U-turn to safety.

If you are away from home, do not return.

For life or property threatening emergencies call 000

If you need medical advice for burns or smoke exposure call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024

Stay Informed:

Via www.cfa.vic.gov.au
Tune to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations or Sky News TV
Call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on freecall 1800 240 667
Deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact VBIL via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.
Download the FireReady App and follow CFA on Twitter or Facebook
Road Closures: check VicRoads Website.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Bonang, Cabanandra, Deddick Valley, Dellicknora, Tubbut
Fire Origin: 20 NW GOONGERAH
Incident Name: GOONGERAH-DEDDICK TRAIL
Issued: 09/02/14 5:20 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Bonang, Cabanandra, Deddick Valley, Dellicknora, Tubbut and Amboyne.

There is a large bushfire in the Snowy River National Park that is not yet under control.

A south westerly wind change is moving through East Gippsland and is expected to reach the Deddick Valley and surrounding area at approximately 6:00pm.

The wind change will cause the bushfire to change direction to the north.

Following the change there will be an increase in fire activity and smoke. Embers and spotfires can also be expected.


You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

Road Closures:
McKillips Road is closed from Wulgulmerang East to Armstrong Track, Deddick Valley.

The next update is expected by 09/02/14 7:30 PM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Goongerah
Fire Origin: 6K NW OF GOONGERAH
Incident Name: GOONGERAH-MT JERSEY
Issued: 09/02/14 5:23 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Goongerah and Martins Creek.

There are fast moving, out of control bushfires travelling in a south easterly direction towards Goongerah and Martins Creek areas.

Strong north westerly winds will swing to strong south westerly winds after the forecast weather change later this afternoon.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. You need to be prepared to actively defend your property. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

Relief Centres:
- The relief centre at the Orbost Secondary College Assembly Hall, Arnold Street Orbost
- The relief centre at Delegate Country Club, Bonang Road, Delegate

Road closures:
The following roads remain closed to all traffic except emergency vehicles until it is deemed safe to re-open them;
- Princes Highway between Cann River and Nowa Nowa
- Bonang Road.
- McKillops Road from Wulgulmerang East to Armstrong Track, Deddick Valley.
- Yalmy Road to Rising Sun Road.
- Pinnack Road is closed.

People who are affected by fires in the Gippsland area are encouraged to register with the Red Cross online (www.redcross.org.au) or call 1800 727 077.

The next update is expected by 09/02/14 7:15 PM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Glengarry West, Morwell North, Tyers, Yallourn North
Fire Origin: HERNES OAK
Incident Name: HERNES OAK-MCDONALDS TRACK
Issued: 09/02/14 5:42 PM


This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Glengarry West, Tyers.

There is a fast moving, out of control bushfire travelling in aNorth Easterly direction from Princes Highway towardsTyers and Glengarry.



Tyers and Glengarry could be impacted anytime within the next 1 hour.

Leaving now is the safest option, before conditions become too dangerous. Emergency Services may not be able to help if you decide to stay.

Travel to;
- The Relief Centre at the Performing arts centre in Traralgon.
- The home of family or friends that is away from the warning area.
- If you choose to leave please register with the Australian Red Cross on 1800 727 077


When driving, slow down and turn on your headlights; smoke will make it difficult to see.

The next update is expected by 09/02/14 6:00 PM or as the situation changes.

Safety Information:

If you are unable to leave the area, take shelter indoors.

If you cannot get indoors, other last resort options include:

A large open area like a ploughed paddock, football oval or sporting reserve.
A large body of water like a dam, lake, river, the ocean or inground pool.
Try to protect yourself from the fire's heat.

If you are travelling, do not enter the area, U-turn to safety.

If you are away from home, do not return.

For life or property threatening emergencies call 000.

If you need medical advice for burns or smoke exposure call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Morwell Bridge, Morwell West
Fire Origin: MORWELL
Incident Name: LATROBE RD
Issued: 09/02/14 4:56 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Morwell Bridge, Morwell West.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a North Easterly direction from Princes Highway towards Morwell.

People North of the Princess Highway West of Latrobe road are under iminent threat of fire impacting on properties.

If you are on the Edge of a built up area you should move away from the fire towards maryvale road.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

The next update is expected by 09/02/14 6:45 PM or as the situation changes.
 
Kilmore, Kilmore East - Fire

Emergency Warning

Issued For: Kilmore, Kilmore East
Fire Origin: MICKLEHAM
Incident Name: MICKLEHAM RD
Issued: 09/02/14 11:29 PM

This is a re-issue of an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Kilmore, Kilmore East.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a northerly direction from Daraweit Guim towards High Park Road, Kilmore-Lancefield Road, Old Kilmore-Lancefield Road and Split Staff Gully Roads Kilmore.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.


The next update is expected by 10/02/14 2:00 AM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Morwell
Fire Origin: MORWELL
Incident Name: LATROBE RD
Issued: 09/02/14 11:29 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Morwell.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a North Easterly direction from Princes Freeway towards Morwell.

People North of the Princes Freeway West of Latrobe road are under imminent threat of fire.

If you are on the edge of a built up area you should move away from the fire towards Maryvale road.

There is a Relief Centre at the Performing Arts Centre, Grey Street, Traralgon

If you choose to leave please register with the Red Cross on 1800 727 077

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Bonang, Cabanandra, Deddick Valley, Delegate River, Dellicknora, Tubbut
Fire Origin: 20 NW GOONGERAH
Incident Name: GOONGERAH-DEDDICK TRAIL
Issued: 09/02/14 11:43 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Bonang, Cabanandra, Deddick Valley, Delegate River, Dellicknora, Tubbut and Amboyne.

The south side of the Deddick Valley between McKillops Bridge and Bonang has been impacted by fire.

Thick smoke, spot fires and embers can be expected.

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

Relief Centres:
- Delegate Country Club, Bonang Road, Delegate.

Road Closures:
- McKillips Road is closed from Wulgulmerang East to Armstrong Track, Deddick Valley.
- Bonang Road Closed

The next update is expected by 10/02/14 1:30 AM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Alberton, Alberton West, Calrossie, Devon North, Glen Rose, Greenmount, Hiawatha, Jack River, Macks Creek, Madalya, Staceys Bridge, Tarra Valley, Whitelaw, Won Wron, Woranga, Yarram
Fire Origin: Madayla
Incident Name: EGANS RD
Issued: 09/02/14 9:58 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Alberton, Alberton West, Calrossie, Devon North, Glen Rose, Greenmount, Hiawatha, Jack River, Macks Creek, Madalya, Staceys Bridge, Tarra Valley, Whitelaw, Won Wron, Woranga, Yarram.

There is a fast moving, out of control bushfire travelling in a north easterly direction from Jack River towards Glen Rose, Devon North, Yarram, Macks Creek.

Ember Attacks have been reported as reaching Won Wron.

There is a relief centre located at Yarram Secondary College.

If you plan to leave you should register with the Red Cross on 1800 727 077


You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.


The next update is expected by 10/02/14 2:00 AM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Forbes, Goldie, Goldie North, Tantaraboo, Willowmavin
Fire Origin: MICKLEHAM
Incident Name: MICKLEHAM RD
Issued: 10/02/14 12:03 AM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Forbes, Goldie, Goldie North, Tantaraboo, Willowmavin.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a northerly direction from Wallan towards High Camp.

The fire has crossed the Kilmore Lancefield.


You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

The following Roads are Closed:
- Kilmore Lancefield Road
- the Hume Highway from Craigieburn Road to Gums Gully Road.
- Mt Ridley Road between the Hume Highway and Mickleham Road.
- Donnybrook Road between the Hume Highway and Mickleham Road
- Gums Gully Road between the Hume Highway and Old Sydney Road.

There are relief centres open at
Craigieburn Leisure Centre - 127 Craigieburn Road, Craigieburn
Sunbury Basketball Stadium - 1 Mitchells Lane Sunbury

The next update is expected by 10/02/14 1:30 AM or as the situation changes.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Beveridge, Darraweit Guim, Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Mickleham, Wallan
Fire Origin: MICKLEHAM
Incident Name: MICKLEHAM RD
Issued: 09/02/14 10:46 PM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Beveridge, Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Mickleham, Wallan, Darraweit Guim.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a northerly direction and has crossed Donnybrook Road and heading towards Beveridge, Donnybrook, Kalkallo, Wallan and Darraweit Guim

You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

The expected wind change has occurred.

There are Relief Centres at:
Wallan Basketball Stadium - 48 Bentinck Street Wallan


The next update is expected by 10/02/14 12:00 AM or as the situation changes.
 
God be with us

We are in the laps of the Gods tonight.
May God Bless everyone including firefighters and residents, pets, livestock and wildlife.
Our prayers are also with South Australia as they tackle fierce bushfires.
May God protect all life and keep everyone safe.
 
Emergency Warning

Issued For: Forbes, Goldie, Goldie North, Tantaraboo, Willowmavin
Fire Origin: MICKLEHAM
Incident Name: MICKLEHAM RD
Issued: 10/02/14 1:02 AM

This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Forbes, Goldie, Goldie North, Tantaraboo, Willowmavin.

There is a fast moving, out of control grassfire travelling in a northerly direction from Kilmore-Lancefield Road towards High Camp.

The fire has crossed the Kilmore Lancefield.


You are in danger, act now to protect yourself.
It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors immediately.

The following Roads are Closed:
- Darraweit Road from Old Sydney Road Wallan to Darraweit Valley Track Wallan
- Kilmore Lancefield Road
- The Hume Highway from Craigieburn Road to Gums Gully Road.
- Mt Ridley Road between the Hume Highway and Mickleham Road.
- Donnybrook Road between the Hume Highway and Mickleham Road
- Gums Gully Road between the Hume Highway and Old Sydney Road.

There are releif centres open at:
- Seymour Basketball Stadium - Chittick Park. Pollard Street Seymour
- Sunbury Basketball Stadium - 1 Mitchells Lane Sunbury

The next update is expected by 10/02/14 4:00 AM or as the situation changes.
 
Latest on Victorian bushfire - 8am Mon 10th Feb

At least 20 properties are thought to have been destroyed as 55 bushfires continue to burn across Victoria

The Mickleham Road fire has spread over 40km and now incorporates Kilmore, Kilmore East and Wallan

Thousands of hectares of bushland across the state and in the suburbs of Melbourne have also burned.

Houses also went up at Morwell in the Latrobe Valley.
Houses have been lost in Warrandyte, Gisborne, Mickleham and Morwell

Assets have been lost in Goongerah, Bonang and Deddick.

Explosions were heard near the Hazelwood power plant in the La Trobe Valley.

Authorities are still concerned about a fire in an open-cut coal mine in Morwell. This fire could burn for days. The open-cut mine is near Hazelwood power plant which supplies 25% electricity to Victoria.

Up to 30,000 Gippsland residents were without power overnight,

Melbourne's north and the Macedon Ranges are currently the hardest hit areas, with eight local fires prompting fire officials to issue Emergency Warnings to townships near Lancefield, Kilmore and Wallan.

FOUR Emergency Warnings remain in place north of Melbourne.

They are for Kilmore, Kilmore East, Forbes, Goldie, Goldie North, Tantaraboo, Willowmavin, Wallan, Darraweit Guim, Bylands, Chintin, Forbes and Springfield.

There are Watch and Act warnings for Glenaroua, High Camp, Moranding, Pyalong, Beveridge, Kalkallo, Mickleham and Clarkefield.

A BIG THANK YOU TO QUEENSLAND, NEW SOUTH WALES AND NEW ZEALAND RURAL FIREFIGHTERS FOR COMING TO HELP OUT IN VICTORIA'S WORST BUSHFIRES SINCE BLACK SATURDAY
 
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oc1 said:
Was very very close to were we live. Very close.
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Hope all is ok mate.

One of the big ones where the house got burnt was 2km from us, but we were seriously upwind (I mean like really strong wind) from it - the people down wind were evac'd though.

The Y-man
 
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