What to do in Extreme Fire Danger Rating
An Extreme Fire Danger Rating and Total Fire Ban are in place for the Central region of Victoria, including Maroondah, on Friday 9 January. Days like this require everyone to stay alert, stay informed, and take steps to protect themselves, their families, and their neighbours.
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Stay informed
TIP: Set up a watch zone on the VicEmergency app, with alerts for your area.
Staying up to date with local conditions is essential on Extreme Fire Danger days. During an emergency, you can access real-time information from:
- Vic Emergency includes a real-time Google Map display with emergency events
- Vic Emergency app - official Victorian Government app with fire warnings, information on planned burns and other types of incidents
- Country Fire Authority (CFA) - follow on Facebook for the latest warnings, incident updates, and safety advice
- Vic Emergency Hotline: 1800 226 226
- ABC local radio: 774 AM
- Eastern FM radio 98.1 FM
- Ausnet Power Outages tracker
- Department of Health Alerts advises the Victorian community of an issue that is urgent, poses an immediate threat to public health and requires an immediate response.
Follow your fire plan
If you live near bushland or grassland, you may have a Bushfire Plan. On Extreme Fire Danger days, follow it without delay.
If you don’t yet have a plan, you can create one in 10 minutes on the Fire Planner website.
Regularly check in with vulnerable people
If you know someone who might be at risk, such as older residents, people living alone, or those with mobility or health challenges, make sure to check on them regularly to confirm their wellbeing as the situation continues to change.
Let others know you are safe
Register.Find.Reunite is a national service managed by the Australian Red Cross that helps family, friends and emergency services know you are safe during emergencies such as bushfires and floods.
- Register to let people know you are safe
- Find people you know may be affected by an emergency
Open Register.Find.Reunite
For more information visit the Red Cross website.