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We’re expecting chaotic weather on Sunday with elevated fire danger across much of the state, followed by a cold front, which is expected to bring large amounts of rain.
Now is the best time to prepare. Find out more about how you need to prepare via the Victoria State Emergency Service website: www.ses.vic.gov.au/be-storm-smart
Overnight, a fire started near Gaffneys Creek. Firefighters worked throughout the night in complex and steep terrain. There is currently a Watch and Act - Monitor Conditions As They Are Changing.
The fire at Trawool is still not yet under control. Crews have been working hard to contain this fire and these works will continue over the coming days. As this bushfire remains not yet under control, a Watch and Act warning remains current on VicEmergency.
As always, please download the VicEmergency app or visit the website and create a watch zone to stay informed of emergencies happening near you.
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WATCH AND ACT, CONDITIONS ARE CHANGING: Gaffneys CreekWATCH & ACT - BUSHFIRE - Monitor Conditions As They Are Changing
Incident Location: Mansfield-Woods Point Rd, Gaffneys Creek
Issue Date: Friday 20 February 2026, 05:42 am
Next Update: Friday 20 February 2026, 02:10 pm
More details at emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/#!/warning/41366/moreinfo
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Gaffneys Creek.
- There is a bushfire at Mansfield-Woods Point Rd, Gaffneys Creek that is not yet under control.
- Firefighters are currently working to establish containment lines.
- With warm and dry conditions expected today, crews will remain on scene.
- This Watch and Act replaces the Watch and Act issued at 11:48pm on Thursday, 19 February.
The situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
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The Trawool fire has the following resources - 6 aircraft, 18 plant with a mix of dozers, excavators, graders and water carters, 50 fire vehicles and 127 personnel.
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MONITOR CONDITIONS: South of Trawool, North of Fairview Road and West of King Parrot Creek KerrisdaleWATCH & ACT - BUSHFIRE - Monitor Conditions As They Are Changing
Incident Location: Goulburn Valley Hwy, Trawool
Issue Date: Thursday 19 February 2026, 03:04 pm
Next Update: Friday 20 February 2026, 10:30 am
More details at emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/#!/warning/41362/moreinfo
This Watch and Act message is being issued for South of Trawool, North of Fairview Road and West of King Parrot Creek Kerrisdale.
- There is a bushfire at Goulburn Valley Hwy, Trawool that is not yet under control.
- Smoke will be increased today due to operations to burn out fuels to containment lines.
The situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
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