Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Stay Near Shelter Moderate Pastoria East, Benloch, Pastoria, Sidonia 10/09/2026
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Sidonia Road Baynton. 
  • There is a grassfire at Sidonia Road that is not yet under control. 
  • This grassfire is travelling in a south-easterly direction towards Cobaw State Forest.
Staying close to a building where you can shelter is the safest option, as conditions can change suddenly.
Continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.
What you should do: 
  • Monitor changes, including increased wind speed, change in wind direction, smoke or poor visibility that indicated the situation is changing. 
  • If you are away from home, do not return. 
  • If you are currently driving, slow down and turn on your headlights. Smoke will make it difficult to see.

If the situation changes you will need to leave quickly. Plan to: 
  • Take your pets, medications, mobile phone and charger. 
  • Travel to the home of family or friends that are away from the warning area. 
  • Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Grassfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous.
  • Spot fires and ember attacks are starting up to 100 metres ahead of the main fire.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority. 

The next update is expected by 10/09/2026 06:10 pm 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.