Fire

  • Campfire warning ahead of state’s busy weekend

    Forest Fire Management Victoria has urged people to be vigilant around campfires as Victoria opens up and people flock to parks and forests.

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  • Larpent tractor fire not suspicious

    Fire authorities are investigating a fire that destroyed a Larpent farm owner’s tractor.

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  • Burn in Gellibrand heathland

    Fire crews ignited a burnoff near Gellibrand this week, aiming to reduce future fire risks.

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  • Burnoff ignited at Carlisle River

    Fire authorities ignited a 110-hectare burn near Carlisle River this week.

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  • Crews stop grassfire just in time

    An out-of-control grassfire came within metres of two houses at Carlisle River, but firefighters were able to save the homes.

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  • Fire damages chicken shop

    The cause of a fire that caused extensive damage to the roof and ceiling of a Colac chicken shop and forced surrounding businesses to evacuate remains under investigation.

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  • Rough look will ease

    Authorities say the appearance of new fuel breaks around Lorne and other coastal towns will soften over time.

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  • State funding for fire tankers and rescue boats

    Colac and district emergency services will have new fire tankers, rescue boats, equipment and renovations thanks to State Government funding.

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