24/12/2024
Fire Danger Update
Port Campbell National Park, Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Walk and Great Otway National Park
A reminder to all travelling to these locations to keep up to date with forecast Fire Danger Ratings and potential closures particularly over the Christmas holiday period. These parks are within the South West and Central districts, the declaration of a Catastrophic fire danger rating will trigger the closure of all parks.
Port Campbell National Park – Twelve Apostles
Great Ocean Walk
Great Otway National Park
Aire Crossing Campground IS CLOSED.
In the interest of Public Safety this site is not accessible from 24 DEC 2024 through to 27 DEC 2024.
Gated track closures are in place at :
• Youngs Creek Track
• Aire Crossing Track
• Halls Ridge Track
Authorised Officers from Parks Victoria and the Conservation Regulator patrol this area. National Park Regulations 2024 apply
Remember to check Parks Victoria’s website before travelling to ensure the park you are travelling to is open. For further information on CFA Total Fire Bans and ratings click here
Stay up to Date: Download the VicEmergency App to access community information and warning for all types of emergencies. Set up a user profile and watch zones to ensure you receive official warnings and information for areas that interest you. The GPS integration determines your current location** and surrounding incidents.
Check before you go:
· Parks Victoria’s website for change of conditions on specific park pages to ensure the park you are visiting or destination you are travelling to if open.
· The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) for weather conditions and warnings.
· Road Closures using Vic Roads – Traffic website
· Know the new Fire Danger Ratings
· Leave early – firs can start and spread quickly in some conditions and the safest thing to do is leave.
· Business Victoria – plan and prepare guide for businesses
· Monitor the fire and weather situation through ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV, www.emergency.vic.gov.au and www.bom.gov.au.
Bushfire preparedness and safety is the responsibility of all Victorians. By taking the time to plan and prepare, you can reduce your risk and help keep you and your visitors safe. For further information please visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire/leave-early/staying-safe-when-you-travel
Conditions in parks can change quickly. Please always check Parks Victoria’s website www.parks.vic.gov.au and the change of conditions and closures page before visiting parks.
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