Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Prepare to Evacuate Moderate Gruyere, Wandin North 26/05/2025
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Gruyere, Wandin North.
  • It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to Evacuate.
  • There is a grassfire at Gruyere Rd, Gruyere that is out of control. The fire is expected to impact Gruyere at 9pm.
  • The fire is expected to impact [location] at [time of impact].
  • The grassfire is travelling from Gruyere Rd in a southerly direction towards Wandin North.
  • A wind change is expected around [time], which will cause the fire to change directions towards [location/landmark]. Conditions can become very dangerous and unpredictable.
If you are located in Gruyere, act now to protect your life. Prepare to evacuate immediately and leave as soon as you are ready.
What you should do:
How to evacuate:

You should pack:
  • Cash
  • Clothing for three days
  • Medicine for three days
  • Phone and chargers
  • Toiletries
  • Important documents
  • Mementos and photos
  • Pets essentials, including leash and carriers.
If possible, make sure your neighbours are aware of the situation and check if they need help.

When you are ready, you should leave immediately. Don’t wait to be told when to leave.

Where to go:
  • You can go to friends or family in a safer location.
  • The safest evacuation route is: Warburton Hwy and Kilara Rd.

Impacts in your area:
  • The following roads are closed: Gruyere Rd.
  • Check the VicTraffic website or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
Grassfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous. 
Grassfires can generate extreme heat. Heat will kill you before the flames reach you.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by [next update] 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.