Fire crews are on scene and responding to multiple grassfires along the Loddon Valley Highway near Macorna.
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A CFA spokesperson said crews were notified at 11:56am to the fires.
The spokesperson said on arrival, crews found around 15 grass fires along an approximately 10 kilometre stretch of road.
"It's believed the fires may have been started by agricultural machinery driving on the highway," they said.
An advice message will be issued to the community for smoke in the area.
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Eight CFA vehicles are currently on scene with more their way.
The spokesperson said police are assisting with traffic.
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