Source: VIC Emergency

Watch and Act - Grass Fire - Prepare to Evacuate

Issued Today at 2:44 PM.

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Cross Roads, Lake Goldsmith, Lake Wongan, Mena Park, Mount Emu, Skipton, Stockyard Hill, Stoneleigh.
It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to Evacuate.
There is a grassfire at Yalla-Y-Poora Rd, Streatham that is not yet under control.
The fire is expected to impact Skipton at 4:30pm.
The grassfire is travelling from Carranballac in a easterly direction towards Skipton.
A wind change is expected anytime from now, which will cause the fire to change directions towards Crossroads, Stoneleigh, Lake Goldsmith and nearby communities. Conditions can become very dangerous and unpredictable.
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.
Prepare to evacuate immediately and leave as soon as you are ready.
How to evacuate:

You should pack:
Cash
Clothing for three days
Medicine for three days
Phone and chargers
Toiletries
Important documents
Mementos and photos
Pets essentials, including leash and carriers.
If possible, make sure your neighbours are aware of the situation and check if they need help.

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.
Relief Centre is open at Beaufort Community Bank Complex, 39 Park Road, Beaufort.
The safest evacuation route is: Eurambeen-Streatham Road, Beaufort-Carranballac Road, Skipton Road travelling North to Beaufort.
Impacts in your area:
Grassfires can start and spread quickly, and are extremely dangerous.
Check the VicTraffic website or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 09/01/2026 05:50 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 for assistance and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.

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