Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Leave Now Moderate The Pack Track 19/03/2025
This Watch & Act message is being issued for The Pack Track.

  • There is a bushfire at Gembrook that is not yet under control.
  • The bushfire is travelling in a south-easterly direction towards Collie Road.
  • Firefighters have been unable to stop the fire and is heading towards Livio Drive.
Don't wait, leaving now is the safest option - conditions may change and get worse very quickly. Emergency Services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.
What you should do:

  • Monitor changes to the situation. Increased wind speed, change in wind direction, smoke or poor visibility can indicate the situation is changing.
  • Protect yourself and your family.
  • If you are away from home, do not return.

If the situation changes or you feel unsafe you should leave:
  • Take your pets, medications, mobile phone and charger.
  • Many people have died trying to leave at the last minute during fires.
  • Travel to the home of family or friends that are away from the warning area or Pakenham Township.

Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay. 
Impacts in your area: 
  • The following roads are closed: Pack Track closed at Gembrook Laughing Place Road intersection and intersection Pack Track and Beenak East Road
  • Bushfires can start spot fires and embers large distances ahead of the main fire.
  • Bushfires can generate extreme heat. Heat will kill you before the fire reaches you. 
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 20/03/2025 09:30 am or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:

Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency.
  • To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact National Relay Service on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.