Issued For: Enochs Point, Kevington, Knockwood, Matlock, St Clair, The Oaks, The Triangle, A1 Mine Settlement, Gaffneys Creek, Woods Point, The Springs
Fire Origin: 15 KM WNW MATLOCK
Incident Name: BIG RIVER - FRENCHMANS CREEK T
Issued: 21/01/14 12:31 PM
 
This Advice message is being issued by Department of Environment and Primary Industries for Enochs Point, Kevington, Knockwood, Matlock, St Clair, The Oaks, The Triangle, A1 Mine Settlement, Gaffneys Creek, Woods Point, The Springs.
Firefighters are working in steep country on the bushfire  15 KM WNW MATLOCK . 

The fire has burnt 500 hectares and is under control. The fire is still burning within containment lines some smoke may be visible to surrounding communities. Residents may also smell smoke.

There is currently no threat to communities, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.

Motorists traveling in the area are urged to take additional care due to the presence of emergency vehicles, machinery and smoke.

The Big River Road is closed to all traffic except emergency vehicles from Warburton-Woods Point Road in the South to Matlock Track at Enoch's Point in the North.
A number of forest tracks are also closed in the vicinity of the fire. 
Stay up to date with road closures at www.vicroads.vic.gov.au

The next update is expected by 21/01/14 7:30 PM or as the situation changes.
 
Safety messages:
Review your bushfire survival plan
If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes.
If you have time check your neighbours to see they are monitoring conditions.
If you are experiencing smoke exposure, seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
Stay informed:
Via www.cfa.vic.gov.au.
Tune to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
Call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on freecall 1800 240 667.
Deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact VBIL via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.
Download the FireReady App or follow CFA on Twitter or Facebook.
 
Contact for Media: DEPI - 1300 134 444