Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise that the Millgrove – Warburton Highway planned burn, located at None will be ignited at any time within the next 10 days if conditions are suitable.
Weather conditions and fuel moisture levels at the burn site are being monitored and safety checks carried out in preparation for the burn.
If conditions are not suitable, the burn may be postponed.
Note that some burns are carried out in stages, with part of the burn completed, and crews returning later to carry out further work within the burn area.
If so, you will receive notifications when the burn is once again scheduled to be carried out.
Some planned burns can produce heavy smoke, so people should avoid physical activity during smoky conditions.
Remain inside, if possible, closing windows and doors to prevent smoke from entering buildings and vehicles.
If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, the Department of Health and Human Services advises that you should seek medical advice or call NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 60 60 24.
Access may be restricted where planned burning is being carried out – this can include forests, parks, national parks, state government and council reserves and along roadsides.
Road travel may be hazardous if smoke causes low visibility.
Crews in fire-fighting vehicles will be using local roads to access the burn area.
Road signs may be in place to slow traffic. Obey all traffic signs and instructions from fire agency crews and traffic management crews near planned burns.
