Smoke alert for Landsborough Barkly Track planned burn from Forest Fire Management

Forest Fire Management Victoria and CFA have advised that the fuel reduction burn of 506 hectares, 10km east of Landsborough, should be completed between 10am on Thursday, April 23 and 8pm on Thursday, April 30, weather permitting.

People may see smoke from the burn until May 7 in areas including Landsborough, Moonambel, Navarre and Landsborough West.

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If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, the Department of Health and Human Services advises that you should seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024

Close windows and doors to prevent smoke from entering.

Road travel may be hazardous due to low visibility associated with smoke Signs may be in place to slow traffic. Obey all traffic signs and instructions from fire agency crews near the burn

For travel times and roadworks check http://traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au.

Be aware of planned burns happening in your local area and stay clear of areas where burns are taking place or areas that have recently been burnt.

Access to walking tracks, car parks, camping grounds and picnic sites in areas close to or in burn areas may be restricted.

For parks closures, please refer to Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/.

Stay informed about planned burning at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns.

Sign up for automated notifications about planned burns near you via https:// plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au/.

Callers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.

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