VicPol: VicPol are hosting a Neighbourhood Policing Forum at Wangaratta Racecourse on the 9th of November between 0930 and 1230 hrs. This forum is being chaired by the new Deputy Commissioner Regional Operations Neil Paterson – along with various panel members. Document Library NE Water: Bushfires and your water supply North East Water is prepared…

Agency Information – October 6 Please distribute to your networks so we can work together to protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities, and to recover from emergency events. ACRC: How to help your kids through a natural disaster Living through a natural disaster can be traumatic for anyone, but adults usually have the…

ACRC*: Victorians Urged to Prepare for Upcoming Fire Season The latest Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for spring suggests that Victorians can expect a drier and warmer spring, with a high chance of an earlier start to the fire season in the central, western and northern parts of the state. https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/victorians-urged-pr… CFA: Are you Burning Off Safely?…

Agency Information New Agency Information from The Loop! Please visit www.the-loop.com.au for more information. ERV: Victorians could see an increased number of fires leading into summer Victorians can expect a drier and warmer spring, with a high chance of an early start to the fire season in the central, western and northern parts of the state. For…

CFA: Seasonal Bushfire Outlook Overview: Australia’s climate influences have shifted significantly since last spring, with above average temperatures and below average rainfall expected for almost the entire country for the coming season. Many regions have also seen increased fuel growth due to above average rainfall throughout recent La Niña years, which is contributing to increased…

DEECA: Forest Road Advice Recent wet weather has impacted a number of popular forest roads in the Mt Beauty area. The following roads have recently been assessed as 4WD vehicles only: ¨Mountain Creek Road, between Mitta Mitta and Mt Beauty ¨Trappers Gap Road south of Trappers Gap Bridge Both roads are unsuitable for AWD and…

CFA: Key Residential Fire Facts – statewide Interconnected smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, living area and hallway for your family’s best protection Smoke Alarm Fact Sheet For Residential Rental Providers Smoke Alarms Required by Law Smoking and Home Fire Safety Document Library ACRC*: Victorian agencies work together to reassure residents and businesses…

ERV (Emergency Recovery Victoria): Bogong High Plains Road ERV Recovery Outreach

FFM (Forest Fire Management): 2022/23 Fuel Management program update. Weather has limited opportunities to conduct planned burns. 2 of 23 burns (1,600 of 18,000ha) has been completed. Continuing to monitor for opportunities to conduct more of the planned burning program. 900ha of Non Burning Fuel Treatments achieved across 100 sites including mulching, slashing & spraying….

CFA – Smoke Alarms Save Lives A recent fire services survey of 350 respondents revealed that: CFA and FRV data reveals: Smoke alarm tips: CFA Media: 1300 232 633 cfamedia@cfa.vic.gov.au FRV Media: 1300 173 744 media@frv.vic.gov.au CRC: Preparing for a Trip to the Snow Wheel Chains – you do need them for entry to every Alpine Resort Alpine Diesel -if…