Understanding bushfire warnings

When bushfire warnings are issued you need to understand what each one means. There are three levels, each increasing in importance.

• Advice

  • General information to keep you up-to-date with developments.

• Watch and Act

  • A fire is approaching you
  • Conditions are changing and you need to start taking action now to protect your life and your family.

• Emergency Warning

  • You are in imminent danger and need to take action immediately
  • You will be impacted by fire.

Where to find warnings

• Warnings and Incidents - All warnings are posted on the CFA and DSE websites
• Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on 1800 240 667. Callers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact VBIL via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677
• Radio & TV - ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations and Sky News TV
• Social media - Twitter @CFA_Updates and facebook.com/cfavic
• FireReady App on your phone

In extreme circumstances, telephone warnings might be sent to your landline or mobile phone using the Emergency Alert system.