26/01/2026
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Barongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, Yeodene.
It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to evacuate before sunset today (Monday 26 January).
There is a bushfire at Carlisle River and Gellibrand that is not yet under control.
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.
If you are located in Barongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, YeodeneBarongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, Yeodene, act now to protect your life.
Prepare to evacuate before sunset today (Monday 26 January).
LEAVE NOW.
Police and SES are conducting door-knocking in the area, but they cannot reach every property. Don't wait for Police.
The message is to leave today.
https://emergency.vic.gov.au/
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Barongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, Yeodene.
It is strongly recommended that you Prepare to evacuate before sunset today (Monday 26 January).
There is a bushfire at Carlisle River and Gellibrand that is not yet under control.
If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you.
If you are located in Barongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, YeodeneBarongarook, Barwon Downs, Benwerrin, Forrest, Gerangamete, Kawarren, Murroon, Yaugher, Yeodene, act now to protect your life.
Prepare to evacuate before sunset today (Monday 26 January).
LEAVE NOW.
Police and SES are conducting door-knocking in the area, but they cannot reach every property. Don't wait for Police.
The message is to leave today.
https://emergency.vic.gov.au/