Source: VIC Emergency
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Chetwynd and
Kadnook .
The bushfire at Casterton-Edenhope Rd, Kadnook in the blue gum
plantation north of the Glenelg River remains not yet under
control.
The southern section of the fire south of the Glenelg River is in
the Ganoo Ganoo Bush Reserve west of the Chetwynd River.
Emergency services remain in the area.
If you left Chetwynd or Kadnook it is Not Safe to Return. Be aware
of potential dangerous bushfire and tree hazards.
What you should do:
If you have not already left:
Stay where you are and avoid dangerous bushfire and tree
hazards.
Check you have enough food, drinking water and medications - if
you do not, phone Triple Zero (000) for assistance.
If you have already left:
Do not return to your home until a Safe to Return notification is
issued.
Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and
monitoring warnings.
Impacts in your area:
The following roads are closed:
Casterton-Edenhope Road south from Kadnook.
Casterton-Edenhope Road north from Chetwynd.
Powers Creek-Bourkes Bridge Road from Powers Creek.
Trees can be extremely hazardous when impacted by bushfire or high
winds. Avoid standing, parking or travelling in areas of fire
affected trees.
Injured wildlife
Members of the public can report incidents of sick, injured, or
orphaned native animals found anywhere across the state to Wildlife
Victoria's 24/7 wildlife emergency response service on (03) 8400
7300
Livestock
If you property has been impacted by fire or storms and you have
urgent animal welfare needs, please contact the VicEmergency
Hotline on 1800 226 226. Our animal health team will assess
livestock and provide advice to support your property's
recovery.
For more information, visit the Agriculture Victoria
website.
For general relief and recovery information, visit
emergency.vic.gov.au/relief .
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.
CFA Current
Bushfires
17/Nov/2024 08:22 AM