Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - CBRNE Moderate Clarke Ave 24/12/2019
This Watch & Act is issued for Clarke Ave.

  • There is a hazardous gas leak in Clarke Ave St Albans.
Anyone located in Clarke Ave should move indoors. Close all exterior doors, windows and vents and turn off heating and cooling systems. 

While the immediate threat has passed, those who have left the area should not return. Anyone located in [Road/business/building/estates] should stay indoors. Close all exterior doors, windows and vents and turn off heating and cooling systems.
What you should do:
  • Clarke Ave and Nearest Rd is currently closed and people are advised to avoid the area. 
  • Close vents and fireplace flues. 
  • Close all windows and doors and turn off your heating and cooling systems.
  • If you are away from home do not return. 
  • Bring your pets indoors.
Protect your health: 
  • See your Doctor.

Impacts in your area: 
  • The following roads are closed: Clarke Ave. Check the VicRoads website (traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/) for road closures.
This messages was issued by Metropolitan Fire Brigade.

The next update is expected by 25/12/2019 02:00 am or as the situation changes.

Key health Contacts:
  • If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to chemical or smoke exposure, seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.
  • Anyone experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing should call 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 this warning 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 (#vichazmat) or Facebook.