Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Leave Now Moderate Breakaway Creek 25/03/2025
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Breakaway Creek.
  • This Watch and Act replaces the Advice message issued at 3.07pm. 
  • This LEAVE NOW warning is issued for Budj Bim National Park campers and visitors only.
  • There is a bushfire in Budj Bim National Park that is not yet under control. 
  • Forecast variable winds may cause conditions to become very dangerous and unpredictable.
Budj Bim National Park is now CLOSED to all campers and visitors.

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 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.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Budj Bim National Park is CLOSED to campers and visitors.
  • Bushfires can start spot fires and embers can travel large distances ahead of the main fire.
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.

The next update is expected by 10/04/2025 10:30 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.