Source: VIC Emergency

Watch and Act - Bushfire - Prepare to Evacuate

Issued Today at 12:54 PM.

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Creswick, Creswick.

It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to Evacuate.
There is a bushfire at Creswick_BAld_HillsRd that is not yet under control
The bushfire is travelling from Armstrong Street in a south-easterly direction towards Midland Highway. The fire is not expected to cross the Midland Highway under the current situation.
The fire has crossed the rail track
The Fire is on the east side of Railway road and in the Plantation
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.
If you are located in Creswick and Bald Hill area, act now to protect your life. Prepare to evacuate immediately and leave as soon as you are ready, as roads will become busy as people leave.
What you should do:
How to evacuate:
You should pack:
Cash
Clothing for three days
Medicine for three days
Phone and chargers
Toiletries
Important documents
Momentos and photos
Pet essentials, including leash and carriers.
If possible, make sure your neighbours are aware of the situation and check if they need help.
Check the VicRoads website for road closures.

When you are ready, you should leave immediately. Don't wait to be told when to leave.

Where to go:
You can go to friends or family in a safer location.

Directions and routes:
Consider roads may become busy closer to the time of impact.

Impacts in your area:

Bushfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous.
Check the VicTraffic website (traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/) or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 21/11/2024 05:00 pm or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:
www.emergency.vic.gov.au
VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226
VicEmergency app
Facebook or Twitter (#VicFires)
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.

Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency.
To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.

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