Watch and Act Issued For: Roses Gap, Heathvale, Laharum, - TopicsExpress



          

Watch and Act Issued For: Roses Gap, Heathvale, Laharum, Zumsteins, Wartook Fire Origin: 11 KM SOUTH WEST OF DADSWELLS Incident Name: GRAMPIANS - POHLNERS ROAD WEST Issued: 16/01/14 12:38 PM This is a Watch and Act message issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Roses Gap, Heathvale, Laharum, Zumsteins, Wartook. There are two bushfires of concern travelling in a southerly direction in rocky escarpment country in the northern end of the Grampians National Park. These fires originate from near Pohlners Road. This bushfire is currently not yet under control. The fire could impact Wartook and Laharum any time today. Dont wait, leaving now is the safest option - conditions may change and get worse very quickly. Emergency Services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay. Travel to; - The home of family or friends that is away from the warning area. - Nearest regional area - such as Horsham or Hamilton . When driving, slow down and turn on your headlights; smoke will make it difficult to see. Road Closures: Pohlners Road From 2:00 PM today the North Grampians Road, also known as Mt Victory Road will be closed from Halls Gap to the intersection of Brimpaen and Northern Grampians Roads. Local residents will be able to access this road. The Roses Gap Road will be closed from the intersection of Mt Zero Road to the intersection of Northern Grampians Road. The next update is expected by 16/01/14 1:00 PM or as the situation changes. Safety Information: Remember to take your prescriptions and medication, photo ID, bottles of water, your mobile phone and charger and consider what you will do with your pets. If you have time, check your neighbours to see if they are monitoring conditions. Contact a family member or friend to tell them what you plan to do. Stay Informed: Via cfa.vic.gov.au. Tune to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated 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 01:40:01 +0000

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