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A MAN in his 40s has been flown to the Alfred Hospital in a serious but stable condition after suffering burns to his face and arms.
The second man was transported to Bendigo Health by road ambulance. He was in a stable condition.
3.50pm
FIRE crews have controlled a 40-hectare grass fire in Natte Yallock, north-west of Maryborough.
A Country Fire Authority spokesperson said eight tankers and air support were called to the blaze on the Maryborough-St Arnaud Road about 2.15pm on Sunday.
It took crews just over an hour and 15 minutes to control the grass fire.
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An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson confirmed paramedics were also on scene and treating two people for burns.
The spokesperson said a man in his 40s had significant burns to his face and arms.
Earlier
FIRE crews are on the scene of a grass fire in Natte Yallock, north-west of Maryborough.
The Country Fire Authority was called to the blaze on the Maryborough-St Arnaud Road about 2.15pm on Sunday.
The fire is not yet under control. Eight CFA tankers and air support have been called to the blaze.
The CFA has issued an advice message for the blaze.
There is currently no threat to residents but the CFA says people should stay informed and monitor conditions.
Residents should keep roads clear so emergency services could respond.
Smoke may also be visible from nearby roads and communities.
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