20/12/2024
BUSHFIRE UPDATE
Unfortunately conditions today have worsened the Grampians fire and the entire national park is closed.
Ararat is safe and we are still open for business, but guests will be unable to visit Halls Gap.
We are thinking of the local communities and the animals caught up in the fire. 😥
** This warning has been updated. Stay informed: www.emergency.vic.gov.au **
EMERGENCY WARNING - BUSHFIRE - Leave Immediately
Incident Location: 23Km North Of Dunkeld.
Issue Date: Friday 20 December 2024, 09:02 pm
Next Update: Saturday 21 December 2024, 12:00 pm
More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/35150/moreinfo
This Emergency Warning is being issued for Mafeking, Watgania.
- This Emergency Warning replaces the Emergency Warning issued at 6.49pm.
- There is a bushfire in the Grampians National Park - Yarram Gap Road that is not yet under control.
- The bushfire is travelling from the Grampians National Park in a north-easterly direction towards Mt William.
- Fire activity is being driven by a southerly wind.
Relief Centre Now Open: Alexandra Oval Community Centre 1 Waratah Ave, Ararat
Leaving immediately is the safest option, before conditions become too dangerous.
Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.