Tatong fire update and latest map - 6:00 pm - 15 Jan

The Tatong Fire has broken containment lines along the southern edge of the fire and is threatening private property. The fire jumped the containment line this afternoon and is spreading quickly in a southerly direction.

The fire is generating large amounts of smoke in the area of Ryan's Creek but this area is not under threat.

Threat messages are current for residents in the Toombullup, Archerton and Tolmie area, along with Burders Lane and Whitlands.

Additional fire fighting resources have re-deployed to the Tolmie area and fire crews are working with the community to implement their asset protection plan.

All available water-bombing aircraft are currently assisting fire crews with asset protection.

Threat Messages
Residents in Toombullup, Archerton and Tolimie have been advised that they are likely to be affected by spot fires and ember attack.

Residents in Whitlands and the Burdens Ln area have been advised that they are likely to be affected by the Tatong fire front.

Community Meetings
A community fire meeting has been planned for 8pm tonight at the Tolmie Hall if fire conditions permit.

Road Closures
For road closures in the area please visit the VicRoads website http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home.

For further information on the current fire situation listen to your local ABC radio and for bushfire information and safety advice contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667 or visit the CFA or DSE websites.

Tatong fire map (small size) (jpg, 498Kb)