Advice Issued For: Benambra, Bingo Munjie, Bingo Munjie North, - TopicsExpress



          

Advice Issued For: Benambra, Bingo Munjie, Bingo Munjie North, Hinnomunjie, Omeo, Omeo Valley, The Brothers, Uplands Fire Origin: 58km South South West of Corryong Incident Name: CORRYONG - KINGS CREEK Issued: 28/01/14 6:26 PM This Advice message is being issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Benambra, Bingo Munjie, Bingo Munjie North, Hinnomunjie, Omeo, Omeo Valley, The Brothers, Uplands. The spread of fire 58km South South West of Corryong has been stopped and firefighters are continuing to monitor the situation. There is currently no threat to communities, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions. Smoke may be visible from nearby communities and roads. The Corryong - Benambra Rd remains closed between Sassafras Gap and Kings Flat, Uplands. The road has been closed in the interest of public safety due to falling trees and debris over the road. The folowing tracks are closed: - Kings Creek Track - Eustace Gap Track - King Spur Track - Dartmouth Track The following camping area is open but can ONLY be accessed by water: - Eustace Gap camp. Increased fire danger has been forecast for the coming week. Fire agencies will remain on full alert and will continue to monitor the situation. The next update is expected by 29/01/14 11:00 AM or as the situation changes. Safety Information: Review your bushfire survival plan. If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes. If you have time check your neighbours to see if they are monitoring conditions. If you are experiencing smoke exposure, seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024. Stay Informed: Via depi.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 or follow CFA on Twitter or Facebook. Road closures: check VicRoads website.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Jan 2014 07:27:07 +0000

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