Emergency Warning Issued For: Heathvale, Laharum Fire Origin: 18KM SOUTH WEST OF DADSWELLS BRIDGE Incident Name: GRAMPIANS - NORTHERN GRAMPIANS Issued: 17/01/14 8:30 AM This is an Emergency Warning issued by Country Fire Authority for Heathvale, Laharum. There is a fast moving, out of control bushfire travelling in the Wartook Valley, the fire overnight has impacted on Heathvale and Wartook near Flagstaff Track and Roses Gap Road. There is still active fire in the area and members of the community need to keep aware of the conditions. Spot fire and Ember Attacks are occuring in the area. You are in danger, act now to protect yourself. It is too late to leave. The safest option is to take shelter indoors. The next update is expected by 17/01/14 10:30 AM or as the situation changes. 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 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.
Posted on: Thu, 16 Jan 2014 21:32:01 +0000
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