Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Prepare to Evacuate Moderate Toogood Court Pakenham Upper 15/10/2025
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Toogood Court Pakenham Upper.
  • It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to Evacuate.
  • There is a grassfire at Pakenham upper that is not yet under control. The fire is expected to impact Toogood Court residents at 1 hour.
  • The grassfire is travelling from Morrison Road in a Northerly direction 
  • If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you. 
  • This Watch and Act message replaces the Advice message issued at 1430hrs 
If you are located in Toogood Court, 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: top of Toogood Court turn right.

Impacts in your area:
  • The following roads are closed: Morrison Rd to the North.
  • Check the VicTraffic website or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
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.