Three units, including two tankers, responded to the fire at Vaughan Springs Road. 

The fire was brought under control by about 1.48pm.

EARLIER: Country Fire Authority units are responding to a grass fire at Drummond North at is currently not under control.

There is currently no threat, but you should stay informed and monitor conditions, a Vic Emergency advice said.

Units are heading to Vaughan Springs Rd, Drummond North.

What you should do: 

Keep the roads clear so emergency services can respond.

If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes. Go to: http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire/.

Impacts in your area: 

This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 16/01/2019 02:50 pm or as the situation changes.

For more information on preparing for grass fires visit: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/grassfires-rural.

If you can smell smoke, please note: 

Smoke can affect people's health.

People with heart or lung conditions (including asthma), children, pregnant women and older people are more sensitive to the effects of breathing in smoke.

People with existing heart or lung conditions (including asthma) should follow the treatment plan advised by the doctor.

Health information:

If you need medical advice for burns or exposure to smoke, seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.

Anyone experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing should call Triple Zero (000).

If you cannot smell smoke you are not likely to be exposed to smoke and it will therefore not affect you.

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.

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/#!/warning/5876/moreinfo

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