Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Fire Minor Mulgrave, Wheelers Hill 04/12/2019
This Advice message is being issued for Mulgrave, Wheelers Hill.

  • There is a fire involspringvale road.
There is currently no threat to the community, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.
What you should do:
  • You should avoid the area.
Impacts in your area:
  • The following roads are closed: mulgrave freeway
  • Emergency Services will remain in the area.
This message was issued by Metropolitan Fire Brigade.

the next update is expected by 8pm or as the situation changes.

Health contacts:
  • If you need medical advice for exposure to smoke, seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
  • Anyone experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing should call Triple Zero (000).
Smoke information:
  • Smoke can affect people's health.
  • People with heart or lung conditions (including asthma), children, pregnant women and older people are more sensitive to the effects of breathing in smoke.
  • People with existing heart or lung conditions (including asthma) should follow the treatment plan advised by the doctor.
Stay informed:
  • Via www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
  • Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.
  • Call the VicEmergency Hotline to talk to someone about preparedness on freecall 1800 226 226.
  • People who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have a speech/communication impairment can contact VicEmergency Hotline via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.
  • For help with English, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to telephone VicEmergency Hotline. If you know someone who cannot speak English, provide them with this number.
  • Download the VicEmergency app or follow VicEmergency on Twitter (#vicfires) or Facebook.