Residents of Maryborough and its surrounds are advised that a planned burn will occur on Maryborough Prices Road, commencing this weekend.
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Forest Fire Management Victoria and CFA said the 50-hectare fuel reduction burn will take place three kilometres north east of Maryborough.
The burn will be completed between 10am Saturday, October 31 and Saturday, November 7.
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Smoke may be visible from this burn until Wednesday, November 11.
FFMV advised that smoke may be visible from Maryborough, Bowenvale, Carisbrook, Havelock and Timor.
If you experience any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, you should seek medical advise or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
Road travel may be hazardous due to low visibility.
Access to walking tracks, car packs, camping grounds and picnic sites int he areas close to or in burn areas may be restricted.
For park closures, contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63 or visit parks.vic.gov.au
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