SMOKE may be visible near Inglewood, Lockwood and Gower during the coming days, as authorities burn more than 250 hectares across central Victoria.
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Fuel reduction burns are planned for Big Timber Gully in Inglewood on Monday, Hosking Track in Lockwood on Tuesday and Clarrys Track in Gower on Wednesday.
Smoke may be visible from Inglewood, Bridgewater, Kurting, Salisbury West, Glenalbyn, Powlett Plains, Lockwood, Lockwood South, Shelbourne, Maldon, Welshmans Reef and Muckleford over the coming week.
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The burn at Big Timber Gully will cover 159.3 hectares, at Hosking Track 52.52 hectares, and at Clarrys Track 44.85 hectares.
Residents of nearby areas have been warned that low visibility associated with smoke can make road travel hazardous.
Forest Fire Management Victoria urged drivers to obey all traffic signs and instructions from fire crews near burns.
Health authorities say anyone experiencing symptoms possibly associated with smoke exposure should seek medical advice or contact Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
Nearby residents have been urged to close all windows and doors to prevent smoke from entering.
Access to walking tracks, car parks, camping grounds and picnic sites in areas near the burn may be restricted.
Travel times and roadwork information is available online at: traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/
Details of planned burns are available on the FFMVic website.
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Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
