Urgent Threat Message Yea Murrindindi Fire 4.00pm
Urgent Threat Message Yea Murrindindi Fire 4.00pm
Urgent Threat Message communities of Rubicon, Thornton- Taggerty Road, Bulls Lane, and in Cathedral Lane to the east of Little River
10/02/2009
Incident Information
The Murrindindi – Yea fire burning on the north east front in the Blue Range is experiencing increased fire activity due to freshening southerly winds.
Control lines are established along the Power lines between Taggerty and Snobs Creek.
The communities of Rubicon, Thornton- Taggerty Road, Bulls Lane, and in Cathedral Lane to the east of Little River may be directly impacted by this fire.
The Murrindindi – Yea fire burning around the west side of the Black Range is experiencing increased fire activity due to freshening southerly winds. There is increased fire activity in the Northern end of the Black Range.
Control lines are being established along the Whanregarwen Road from the Maroondah Highway to Molesworth.
The communities of Acheron, Connellys Creek, Crystal Creek, Scrubby Creek, Native Dog Creek and Molesworth may be directly impacted by this fire.
The following Core Advice should be considered immediately:
Core Advice
Residents in this area may experience smoke and burning embers reaching their properties, and are advised to patrol their houses to find and put out any burning embers that may be landing.
Protect yourself from radiant heat by wearing correct protective clothing consisting of long-sleeved shirts, long pants, sturdy boots and a broad brimmed hat. On no account should synthetic material be worn.
As the fire front approaches, it will be unsafe to be either on foot or in a car as the heat radiating from the fire will be intense. Buildings will offer the best protection during the passage of a fire front. Close all doors and windows and stay inside the house while the fire passes. Remain alert, extinguish any small fires and if necessary, move outside to burnt ground once the fire has passed.
If you are caught on the road, don't get out and run.
Pull to the side, preferably in an area clear of tall trees and long grass.
Put your hazard lights on and close the windows and vents.
Cover any exposed areas of skin with a woollen blanket and get down as low as possible.
Only when the fire has passed do you get out and move to safety.
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
Residents away from home should not try to return to the area as access is limited and the roads may not be safe.
Continue to listen to ABC or local radio for updates on this fire.
Additional Information
Tourists are advised to stay away from the following areas:
Road closures currently in place:
Emergency relief centres are located at: Alexandra Secondary College and Community Complex, Broadford Shire Hall on Murchison Street and Wallan multi purpose Centre Bendpink Street Ph 5783 1450
Community meetings are being held at: Marysville Community meeting – Will NOT be held today, however, residents will be advised when a date, venue and time has been organised and confirmed.
Recovery information: 5772 0394 or 5772 0393
Animal Health and welfare ring: Health wildlife on 0417 380 687
Resources are made up of:
NSW 2 Pumper/Tankers, 3 Pumpers
NSW 10 Tankers (1 Strike Team and 1 Task Force) CFA 25 Tankers (5 Strike teams)
DSE 4 Slip ons 1 DSE Tanker
MFB 5 Tankers (1 Strike Team)
8 Command Vehicles
Other information:
For information on fires in Victoria and general fire safety advice, please contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on freecall 1800 240 667. Callers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech / communication impairment may call textphone/ telewriter (TTY) on 1800 122 969. Information is also available at www.dse.vic.gov.au/fires