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25.01.2022 The thunderstorm forecast below is the CURRENT thunderstorm forecast for tomorrow, Saturday, 1 February 2020 from the Bureau of Meteorology. Image source - Melb...ourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology. With the humidity lingering overnight from Friday, storms will continue to generate heavy rainfalls in the South West during Saturday morning. A front will enter the SW of the State in the early hours of Saturday morning, behind the front the storm risk drops off significantly. Ahead of the front storms are initially likely to produce heavy falls and damaging winds initially, as the front progresses across the state the risk starts to change to damaging winds and large hail. The most significant storms for hail are forecast along the frontal passage, as this is where we expect to see the most storm organisation. #Western Vic: Heavy falls and damaging winds. #Central Vic: Heavy falls, damaging winds and large hail. #Eastern Vic: Damaging winds and large hail. - Nick -

24.01.2022 The thunderstorm forecast below is the CURRENT thunderstorm forecast for tomorrow, Friday, 14 February 2020 from the Bureau of Meteorology. Image source - Melbo...urne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology. Unstable conditions across Victoria Friday with widespread potential for thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain and/or large hail are possible across Victoria from the mid-morning and may persist overnight. Severe thunderstorms are likely over western and central districts during the afternoon and evening. A weak trough is expected to drift over the western and central districts during the afternoon/evening, this will have some impact on triggering thunderstorms, however, chaotic develop of storms is expected as cold pools and outflows from thunderstorms are likely to be the dominant trigger. The instability persists in the late evening as a weak upper trough and divergence may promote mid-level storms continuing overnight for central districts. Large hail risk; significant unstable atmospheric profile across western and central districts during the afternoon and evening indicates strong vertical motion in potential storms which may produce large hail during the afternoon/evening, most likely near/east of the weak surface trough. Heavy rain risk; high precipitable water loading in the atmosphere across Victoria, combined with light steering winds indicate the is potential for heavy rain with thunderstorms across the State. The highest areas of risk are with likely convergence zones near the ranges extending from the Grampians, through the ranges north and east of Melbourne, including the Otways, and to the far north east. Also possible with the weak surface trough over the western and central districts in the afternoon/evening. Hourly rainfall rates with thunderstorms may exceed 30mm, 6 hourly rainfall rates may exceed 50mm, and total event precipitation may exceed 60mm. Damaging winds are not considered to be a significant risk Friday, though there is potential for low end damaging wind gusts of 80-90km/h with storm outflow and cold pools, this would be most likely in the afternoon/evening with stronger thunderstorms over the western and central districts. - Nick -

24.01.2022 * SEVERE WEATHER WARNING (UPDATED) * * FOR DAMAGING WINDS * For people in Central and parts of East Gippsland, South West, North Central, North East and West an...d South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:52 am Tuesday, 8 September 2020. STRONG AND GUSTY WINDS AHEAD OF A COLD FRONT. Weather Situation: Strong northerly winds to continue ahead of a cold front expected to move across Victoria today. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 50 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h continuing over much of the warning area ahead of the front. The most likely areas remain elevated location above 500m and areas typically exposed to strong northerly flow but are possible elsewhere. DAMAGING WINDS are forecast to ease near and west of the cold front. Winds are expected to ease below warning threshold over the central districts by noon and eastern districts by late afternoon. Locations which may be affected include Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Wonthaggi, Bacchus Marsh and Falls Creek. The strongest wind gusts recorded between 10pm Monday and 4:50am Tuesday have been: 107km/h at Mount William at 1:28am 106km/h at Mount Hotham at 3:51am 100km/h at Melbourne airport at 11:57pm 93km/h at Essendon at 12:20am 91km/h at Falls Creek at 12:37am, Fawkner Beacon at 12:41am and Cape Otway at 12:08am 86km/h at Sheoaks at 12:21am 83km/h at Kilmore Gap at 11:57pm, St Kilda at 3:17am and Mount Gellibrand at 1:20am The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

23.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, WEDNESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Thunderstorms are likely over western and central parts of Victoria today as a trough moves over the State. Damaging wind gusts are possible with storms through western districts this morning, extending through central districts and west Gippsland this afternoon and evening. Heavy rain conducive to flash flooding is a a risk with thunderstorms in western districts during this afternoon. Precipitation with these storms may reach up to 60mm, with rainfall rates exceeding 10% AEP. Large hail is also possible with thunderstorms (most likely in the northwest). - Nick -

22.01.2022 Bessie creek rd is closed due to a serious accident,

21.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, TUESDAY, 11 FEBRUARY 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Thunderstorms are a slight risk over the northeast of Victoria this morning. However most thunderstorm activity today will again be during the afternoon and evening as humid and unstable conditions continue near and east of a trough through central Victoria. This trough will move slowly east during the afternoon decreasing the risk in the west of the marked area although lift onto mountains and local convergence may still trigger a thunderstorm. Storms may become severe during the afternoon and early evening in the indicated area, the main threat today being heavy rainfall due to slow movement of storms and large amounts of available moisture. Large hail is also a slight risk. - Nick -

21.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, TUESDAY, 22 SEPTEMBER 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Thunderstorms are possible about the south today, associated with a cool and unstable airmass moving over the state. The risk will develop from mid-morning in the southwest, and extend to central and Gippsland areas during the afternoon. The risk will ease in the late afternoon and evening. Thunderstorm activity is generally expected to be isolated, however there is a risk of storms or convective cells becoming organised in a squall line as a sharp westerly wind change traverses the south, reaching the Melbourne area during the afternoon. Damaging wind gusts (with peak gusts of 100km/h) are possible with with storms and showers, a Severe Weather Warning has been issued. - Nick -

20.01.2022 Candles, incense and oil burners have become a staple in Australian homes and they are often used for social, cultural and religious practices. With increased ...time spent indoors during the cooler months CFA is reminding residents to use these products safely. Residents need to keep in mind that although candles and oil burners can be a pleasant addition to the home, leaving them unattended could be disastrous. Its important to only use candles, incense and oil burners on a stable, non-combustible surface but to also keep curtains and other items away from open flames at all times. Ensure you always extinguish candles, incense, oil burners and cigarettes before leaving home or going to sleep. See more

20.01.2022 * SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING * * FOR DAMAGING WINDS * For people in Central, North Central and parts of Mallee, South West, Northern Country, West and South Gi...ppsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts. Issued at 9:31 pm Wednesday, 1 July 2020. Damaging winds possible with overnight storms Weather Situation: A cold front is crossing the state overnight tonight. Damaging winds gusts are possible in thunderstorms in the warning area over the next several hours. Gusts up to 90km/h possible in storms. Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Warrnambool, Bendigo, Seymour, Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong and Melbourne. Risk of severe thunderstorms becomes negligible by around 4am The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next warning is due to be issued by 12:35 am Thursday. If severe thunderstorms develop in the Melbourne Area, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

19.01.2022 Just a reminder for Anzac Day! Stand in your driveways! Dawn service is also being live streamed from the shrine! Or you can download the Last Post and play it in your driveway and observe a minutes silence! Lest we forget!

17.01.2022 FOR SALE VIA PRIVATE TENDER - CLOSES 5pm 21/06/20 Recently Decommissioned Upper Beaconsfield CFA Slip-On appliance XVQ-903 2010 Nissan Patrol DX 4WD... 5 Speed Manual Transmission 3.0lt Turbo Intercooled 4cyl Common Rail Diesel 3.94t GVM upgrade Just 42,650kms on odometer Diesel Fuel Tank and Sub Tank (175lt total capacity) Free Wheeling Hubs Manual Locking Dual Battery system Air Intake Snorkel Seating Capacity for 3 Dual Air Bags Canvas Seat Covers UHF Radio Bullbar Towbar Spare Wheel Map Reading Worklight Rear Tray Worklight 2 x Rake Hoe Stowage (Rake Hoes not included) 2 x 20lt Jerry Can Holders (Jerry Cans not included) Full functioning fire fighting equipment including; 400lt Plastic Water Tank Petrol Driven Fire Pump delivering 150lt/min @ 500kPa 19mm x 30m Live Hose Reel with manual rewind Suction Hose and filter for Drafting Dosatron A Class Foam Kit Chequer Plate Aluminium Locker Arrangement & Tray Storage Galore (6 x Lockable Weatherproof lockers) Excellent Condition Inside and out Serviced regularly by CFA Maintenance Dept Fully detailed inside and out ready for sale Must be sold "As Is" Unregistered & without a RWC Successful bidder to arrange RWC & registration Tender closes 5pm 21/06/2020 The Brigade has a non-disclosed reserve price set. The highest bid submitted on the official tender form meeting the reserve price will be declared the successful bidder. Contact Captain Ian Pinney on 0409-815-567 to arrange an inspection or email [email protected] to receive a tender form.

17.01.2022 We are in for a treat today!! Thunderstorms are possible for the whole state from this afternoon onwards. Some of these cells may be severe with heavy rain, fla...sh flooding and large hail a possibility. Remember this is a Thunderstorm Forecast Map where thunderstorms MAY occur and NOT an official warning. For currents warnings visit http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/. On Instagram or Twitter? So are we! Look us up! Instagram - stormchaservic. Twitter - vicstormchasers. Image: BOM

16.01.2022 * SEVERE WEATHER WARNING * * FOR DAMAGING WINDS * for Central, South West and parts of East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland Fo...recast Districts. Issued at 8:33 am Tuesday, 1 September 2020. DAMAGING WINDS WEDNESDAY Weather Situation: A series of cold fronts will move over Victoria in the coming days. DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas: Central, East Gippsland, South West, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland DAMAGING NORTH TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to develop across elevated areas (above 600m) before dawn on Wednesday. DAMAGING NORTH TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of 90-100 km/h are forecast to extend to the remainder of the warning area during Wednesday morning. Gusts may reach 110 km/h above 1500m elevation. DAMAGING WINDS will contract east during the day, easing below warning threshold in the west by early afternoon, central districts by late afternoon but persisting across elevated areas in the east into Wednesday evening. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Tuesday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210.

16.01.2022 Just to clarify for those who don't already know. You must still make sure you are burning off safely and within council regulations. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/burning-off

15.01.2022 Meet (from left to right) Station Officer Louisa De Silvo, Firefghter Nicole Moult, Firefighter Lauren Williams, Firefighter Nikki Upton and Firefighter Emily B...utler - making up an all-female crew on shift at Chelsea Fire Station last Sunday. Louisa, Nikki and Emily are stationed at Chelsea, while Nicole and Lauren were dispatched to join them on standby from Deptford and Dockhead fire stations respectively. It was Nikki's first-ever all-female fire engine in her ten years career. Weve come along way since the first operational woman firefighter in London in 1982 but an all female crew is still incredibly rare. We will continue to challenge the notion that firefighting is a male only role and promote how rewarding the career is for all. All young women should feel that this is a viable job. You CAN be what you CAN see!

15.01.2022 On Wednesday 29th April 2020 at 5:40pm a number of Brigades across the State including GEMBROOK Fire Brigade will be sounding their Brigade Station Siren four times as a mark of respect to the four Victorian Police Officers who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty last week. #emergencyservicesfamily #victoriapolice #cfa There is no reason to be concerned or alarmed should you hear one or more Brigade sirens sounding tomorrow at 5.40pm.

14.01.2022 Was a good training opportunity tonight with FFMV/PARKS on the reduction burn on Bailey Rd Cockatoo.

14.01.2022 Please note that on Friday the 12th of March 2021 there will be a fuel reduction burn at Chambers Reserve on Bourkes Creek Road Pakenham Upper. The burn is sch...eduled to begin at approx 10am. There will be smoke in the area throughout the day. Updates will be posted to this page once the burn is complete or if there are any major changes to the schedule.

12.01.2022 Have you checked access to your property recently?? People often forget to look up, are your trees pruned back for good clearance? Can we fit/turn through internal gates? Our tankers are large and heavy, can we cross any bridges/culverts? All bridges, culverts and creek crossings need to have a load bearing capacity of at least 15 tonnes... Can we turn around safely? Maintain a turning circle with a minimum radius of 10 metres or a T or Y shaped turning area with each leg of the turning area at least eight metres long, as measured from the centre of the T or Y. Now is the time to check and take action See more

11.01.2022 Burnover training is complete for most of our members before this fire season, hopefully we never need to exercise this skill outside of training..

11.01.2022 Over the past few days CFA brigades were called to a number of out-of-control burn-offs If you're using the great weather to clean-up your property for fire s...eason, make sure you conduct your burn-off safely. A burn-off, if not extinguished properly can re-ignite days after the original burn. Keep your burn-off safe and legal: Check fire restrictions with your local council and register your burn on 1800 668 511 Check and monitor weather conditions particularly wind To avoid unnecessary calls to emergency services, notify your neighbours beforehand Leave a three metre fire break, free from flammable materials around the burn Have sufficient equipment and water to stop the fire spreading Never leave a burn-off unattended stay for its entire duration If your burn-off gets out of control, call ‘000’ immediately

10.01.2022 *** UPDATE: 09/07/2020 This is a more clearer and updated map of areas in lockdown - (Courtesy The Age Newspaper) (Yes, it looks like a chook running). 7/7/202...0NEW UPDATED MAP (This is the best updated map we can get at this stage). We could put "Municipality with Keylocations on suburbs, but this will still confuse people. You can also follow the Vic.Gov.au link uphttps://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-victoria Please look at the map for the area now in stage 3 lock down, from 11:59pm on Wednesday 8 July 2020 this includes Yarra Ranges - Coldstream If you live in the areas on the map there only 4 reasons to leave home: Shopping for food and supplies Medical care and caregiving Exercise and recreation Study and work - if you can't do it from home The defined list of recreation activities will be made available on the Department of Health and Human Services'website. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/

09.01.2022 Tonight at 5.40pm we paused as a sign of respect to honour the four police officers who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty last week. Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor Senior Constable Kevin King Constable Glen Humphris... Constable Josh Prestney

09.01.2022 Dear wonderful people Despite our hopes, due to the Federal Government's decision to ban public gatherings of more than 500 people, we are obliged to postpone S...o Long Summer 2020. After a long 10 months of planning, meetings and late nights - we are gutted, but deeply know it is the right move to respect the sensitive health issue at present by postponing until further notice. We are super grateful for the excitement leading up to Sunday, but the health and well being of our community, crew, volunteers and children involved is most important. We are yet to pick a new date, but hope that you can be a part of our Bands in the Bush Festival sometime next Summer, and continue to stay in touch with us. We will be contacting all stall holders, food vendors, businesses and sponsors in due course to make alternative arrangements. We appreciate your patience in this situation. Thank you for your support and patience and watch this space! - So Long Summer crew

09.01.2022 Wishing an especially good morning to everyone who didnt charge their laptops and phones on the bed overnight

09.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, FRIDAY, 13 MARCH 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Issued at 5:58 am Friday, 13 March 2020, Valid until midnight on Friday, 13 March 2020. Thunderstorms are possible this afternoon near a cold front that will bring a gusty cool change, moving through central areas during the afternoon and evening and reaching the far east at night. Severe Thunderstorms are possible through central areas and have the potential for damaging winds and heavy rainfall. - Nick -

08.01.2022 Today we mark one year since the start of the devastating bushfires which deeply affected Victorian communities across the state. On 21 November, 2019 the first... ‘code red’ fire danger rating in almost a decade was declared in the Mallee and Northern Country, and dry lightning strikes in East Gippsland that started three fires which grew to a widespread bushfire disaster that burned for months. Today we reflect on the devastation and challenges that followed 21 November and the incredible support from all emergency services who came together to aid the communities impacted by the unprecedented fire season. Forest Fire Management Victoria Victoria Police Victoria State Emergency Service Fire Rescue Victoria Vic Emergency Australian Red Cross [These photos were taken by CFA Members, Members of the community and Forest Fire Management Victoria]

08.01.2022 * SEVERE WEATHER WARNING * * FOR DAMAGING WINDS * For people in Central, South West and parts of East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gi...ppsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:26 am Saturday, 29 August 2020. DAMAGING WINDS ABOUT SOUTHERN AND MOUNTAIN AREAS ON #SUNDAY. Weather Situation: Strong north to northwesterly winds developing early Sunday morning ahead of a front that will move swiftly across the state during the day. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to develop about Alpine areas in the east (above 1200m), the Grampians and parts of the southwest district early Sunday morning. Damaging winds are then expected to extend across elevated areas (above 600m) and into the central district by late Sunday morning and then into southwest Gippsland by the afternoon. Damaging winds are expected to contract to Alpine regions and the south Gippsland coast by early Sunday evening, easing below warning threshold by late Sunday night or early Monday morning. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Saturday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

08.01.2022 It only seems like yesterday, hard to believe it was 11 Years ago today. With memories etched into our minds we take a minute to remember those who passed and those still trying to cope with it.

08.01.2022 * SEVERE WEATHER WARNING (UPDATED) * * FOR DAMAGING WINDS * For Central, South West and parts of East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gi...ppsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:13 am Monday, 7 September 2020. WINDS STRENGTHENING TODAY, EASING FROM THE WEST ON TUESDAY Weather Situation Northerly winds increasing ahead of a cold front expected to move across Victoria on Tuesday. DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas: Central, East Gippsland, South West, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are possible over western and central Victoria, extending to eastern parts of the warning area this evening. Winds at low elevations are expected to ease slightly for a period this afternoon before increasing again this evening. DAMAGING WINDS are forecast to ease below the warning threshold over the South West and Wimmera districts by dawn on Tuesday, central districts by noon Tuesday and eastern districts by late Tuesday afternoon. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh. In the last hour, the strongest wind gusts recorded at 98km/h at Mt William, with 74 km/h at Mt Hotham, 67 at Ben Nevis and 65 at Ballarat and Cape Otway. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

08.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, FRIDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Thunderstorms are an increasing risk today as warm, humid and unstable air moves across Victoria ahead of an approaching low and associated trough. Conditions are broadly unstable today, storms are more likely in the north and particularly across the Mallee this evening as the low approaches. The humid environment means that most thunderstorms will have associated heavy downpours, with the risk that some of these will reach severe criteria. This is also possible with showers today and rain tonight over parts of Victoria and a separate severe weather warning is current. Large hail is possible across eastern Victoria today with significant instability resulting in the later development of cloudy skies. Locally damaging winds are possible with some thunderstorms across far northwest and eastern Victoria this afternoon, mainly Gippsland with higher surface temperatures and the slight risk of a more organised line moving off the ranges. There is also the slight risk of discrete supercell thunderstorms developing about the far east this afternoon. - Nick -

07.01.2022 We have just been out tree off Ure rd that has been burning a while. If you live on Ure rd or station rd you will more than likely see it tonight. Rest assured it won't go anywhere as the paddock is very green. The tree is very compromised and may fall at anytime so is unsafe for crews to be anywhere near. Thanks Andrew Clark Gembrook Captain

05.01.2022 Horses and Fire: preparing for the coming fire season Webinar CFA HAS BEEN INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN A HORSES AND FIRE WEBINAR, THIS IS TARGETED TO HORSE OWNERS... IN BUSHFIRE / GRASSFIRE RISK AREAS, THE WEBINAR WITH BE HOSTED BY ABBEY'S RUN EQUESTRIAN AND CO-HOSTED BY LEE MANNING AGVIC, APRIL PADBURY CFA AND GUEST SPEAKER MOYNA SMEATON. INTERESTED; YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER THROUGH EVENTBRITE AT THE FOLLOWING. W www.eventbrite.com.au/e/horses-and-fire-preparing-for-the-c DATE AND TIME Thu, 8 October 2020 7:00 PM 9:00 PM

04.01.2022 UPDATE 6PM - THE STOLEN HELICOPTER TRAILER HAS NOW BEEN FOUND ***PLEASE SHARE*** Stolen helicopter trailer with firefighting equipment Our firebombing helicopte...r support trailer (Registration Vic Z83084L) has been stolen from the Caltex in Longwarry on East bound Princess Hwy. The trailer contains critical equipment for our firefighting helicopters without these parts the helicopter providing critical services to the communities of East Gippsland will soon be grounded. It was stolen sometime between midnight on the 23rd January and late morning on the 24th. If anyone has any information at all please contact the police or DELWP Bairnsdale ICC on 5152 0600 CFA (Country Fire Authority) CFA Gippsland Forest Fire Management Victoria East Gippsland Shire Council Latrobe City Council East Gippsland Outdoors. Victoria, Australia. Love East Gippsland Destination Gippsland - A page for tourism businesses Bruthen Inn Hotel Bruthen Pizza & Takeaway Bruthen Fire Brigade Tambo Valley Golf Club Pajero 4WD Club of Victoria Inc Parks Victoria Gippsland Four Wheel Drive Club ABC Gippsland TRFM SES Tambo Valley Unit Traralgon Buy/Swap/Sell. Starbar Traralgon Stockland

03.01.2022 Have you seen Rory? The 21-year-old was last seen at a residential address on Bald Hill Road, Nar Nar Goon on 2 March. Pakenham Police Station on 5945 2500 https://bit.ly/2UpsDcf

03.01.2022 Cockatoo residents may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the Wright Forest, Cockatoo planned burn tomorrow (Thursday 25 February). A speed reduction will... be in place on Bailey Road and a number of tracks in Wright Forest will be closed while the burn is being carried out. Weather permitting, the burn will be completed by late Thursday afternoon and crews will remain on site throughout the night and in coming days to patrol the burn. This is a planned burn for asset protection and is around 20.6 hectares. It is focussed on helping to protect communities in Cockatoo and surrounds by slowing the spread of bushfires and providing opportunities for our firefighters to conduct successful suppression operations during bushfire response. Under the current public health advice, planned burning is continuing across Victoria. During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we continue to work closely with the Department of Health and Environment Protection Authority to ensure we keep the smoke impacts from planned burning as low as practically possible. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue our operations across the state. To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you, go to or sign up at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. : Gembrook, Gilwell Track 2020

03.01.2022 Today marks the 37th anniversary of the Ash Wednesday bushfires. These fires caused destruction across Victoria and South Australia, and sadly 75 people, includ...ing 14 CFA and 3 CFS volunteer firefighters lost their lives. Today our thoughts are with those who were lost and we thank all those who who assisted the firefight. This photo was taken at Warburton during the fires. : Edwin Start

02.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, SUNDAY, 29 MARCH 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Thunderstorms are likely to develop this morning and extend eastward ahead of a cold front approaching western Victoria. Storms are expected to contract to central and eastern parts during the afternoon as the front progresses east, and then to the northeast overnight. Severe thunderstorms are possible across most of the State, with damaging wind gusts and large hail the most likely severe phenomena. Heavy rainfall is also possible, mainly on and north of the ranges. - Nick -

02.01.2022 Thanks tynong, good idea to keep checking your dryers before winter kicks in.

01.01.2022 Dear Residents, The Fire Danger Period will end in our area this coming Monday the 15th March (bought forward from 1st May). This means that you will be legalll...y allowed to burn off green waste ect from Monday. Please ensure take care when burning off and familiarse yourself with the Shires open air burning policy with regards to what you can and cant do.

01.01.2022 STATE OF DISASTER Melbourne will head into a harsh Stage 4 lockdown from 6pm tonight, as Regional Victoria prepares for Stage 3 from Wednesday. For at least ...six weeks, Melburnians will be unable to travel more than 5kms from their homes, with just one person from each household allowed out to shop each day. One hour of exercise will be permitted daily, while police will enforce a strict curfew from 8pm to 5am -- between these hours, the only reasons to leave the house will be going to work, and giving or receiving care. Supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open and takeaway food services available, with more updates to come on which businesses will be forced to completely close down. All students across the State will return to online learning from Wednesday, with Tuesday to be a pupil free day. #staysafe #cfavic Please stay safe

01.01.2022 https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

01.01.2022 Hello Gembrook, Nice now the lockdown has eased and we are all free to move around with the lesser restrictions. As a result of the 5 km rule during the lock do...wn we have had an increase in custom and I really appreciate that. I feel very lucky as I know many people have lost jobs and businesses and there are still long roads ahead. For the support given to me I felt it appropriate to give something back to the community. Today I have purchased a defibrillator to be located at the store for anybody to use. Have a look at the short video attached and it will explain where to find it and how to use it. You can tell I’m no news reader but you will get the idea. Thanks again for your support. Andrew & Team