The Advertiser understands police apprehended a man at the property, who was taken to hospital for assessment.

A spokesperson for the CFA said firefighters were supported by Victoria Police at the scene.

"CFA was notified to reports of an illegal burn off during FDP at 19:22 last night, Tuesday 29 March," the spokesperson said.

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"Four trucks and volunteer crews from Clunes, Creswick and Ullina responded, supported by VicPol".

"The incident was declared under control at 20:31, with crews remaining on scene mopping up".

"The only injury sustained by a CFA member during the course of normal firefighting operations, was a minor leg injury."

"He was treated by AV on scene and later transported to hospital."

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The CFA denied reports on social media about firefighters being forced to flee the scene and await police assistance.

A spokesperson for Ambulance Victoria confirmed they were called to the scene.

"AV was called to a report of an incident at approx. 8.40pm last night," the spokesperson said.

"One person was taken to a local hospital."

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