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A fuel reduction burn is underway near Wedderburn.
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Forest Fire Management Victoria and the Country Fire Authority have advised the 80 hectare planned burning is occurring at Twiddy Lane, two kilometres south of the township.
Authorities expect it will be complete by 8pm on Sunday.
They have warned that smoke might be visible from St Arnaud, Dunolly and Bealiba and provided the following advice:
What to do about:
SMOKE
- If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, the Department of Health and Human Services advises that you should seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024
- Close windows and doors to prevent smoke from entering
ROADS
- Road travel may be hazardous due to low visibility associated with smoke
- Signs may be in place to slow traffic. Obey all traffic signs and instructions from fire agency crews near the burn
- For travel times and roadworks check http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au
ACCESS TO FOREST/PARK RECREATION SITES
- Be aware of planned burns happening in your local area and stay clear of areas where burns are taking place or areas that have recently been burnt
- Access to walking tracks, car parks, camping grounds and picnic sites in areas close to or in burn areas may be restricted
- For parks closures, please refer to Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/
Further information about planned burning is available from this website.
People can also call the VicEmergency Hotline on freecall 1800 226 226, or the visit the VicEmergency website: www.emergency.vic.gov.au
Information about planned burning is available on the Vic Emergency app.
People can also sign up for automated notifications about planned burns at www.delwp.vic.gov.au/pbns
Callers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677