The Loop – 3 November, 2023

FFMV*: Don’t take a gamble on campfires this long weekend.

Public land visitors wanting to use a campfire should prepare before lighting one by:

·learning how to build and maintain a safe campfire,

·knowing the specific rules at their campsite,

·checking weather conditions and Fire Danger Ratings, and

.having quick access to at least 10 litres of water.

*FFMV: Forest Fire Management Victoria

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Conservation Regulator Victoria: Man faces cruelty charges over alleged dog attacks on wildlife.

Conservation Regulator Authorised Officers investigated after receiving information from RSPCA Victoria relating to allegations of wildlife cruelty.

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FFMV: Rappel firefighters are deployed for aggressive first attack on bushfires in remote and inaccessible forests across Victoria.

Residents and visitors may see helicopters operating in the Eurobin and Buckland Valley areas. This training is critical to ensure that our crews are ready to respond safely to fires.

If you would like to know more about the rappel program, meet Kate one of our awesome dispatchers from Ovens.

ACRC*: Are You Ready?

A QandA session with a panel of Emergency Management Agencies can help you prepare for the upcoming summer. CFA, SES, FFMV and VicPol will all be there.

This event is open to everyone, this is a free event and a light lunch will be available.

If you have a question you would like the panel to specifically address, email it to:

hello@the-loop.com.au

After the panel session there will be an opportunity to ask questions of the various panel members.

Date/Time: Friday 17 November, 12.30pm for 1.00pm

Venue: Club Savoy, Myrtleford.

*ACRC: Alpine Community Recovery Committee