Balmoral CFA District 05

28/01/2026

Firefighter Russell found a turtle at the Rocklands blaze. It was relocated off the black. We’re always on the lookout for wildlife trapped in a fire zone. 

27/01/2026

Balmoral crews were called out last night to an emergency column of smoke near Rocklands.

The fire was mostly in Yat Nat State Forest before it came out onto some farmland Crews from everywhere including multiple strike teams came out to assist all is under control at this moment. But things could always pick back up stay vigilant.

Balmoral tanker one and tanker two did an excellent job of helping to stop the fire front. Good news all around crews also helped blackout.

Thank-you you to everyone who came to assist and help us in our time of need.🙏

27/01/2026

A big thank you goes out to Jeff from the Balmoral CFA after a massive day trip from Balmoral yesterday to the Otways Fire. He is now home safe and well after a very busy 12 hour shift on the fireline plus travel.
His words were “Very busy day. Not good down there.” Thanks again Jeff

27/01/2026

Fellow community members please be prepared, this watch and act messages has just been released

**UPDATE: This warning is no longer current. Stay informed: www.emergency.vic.gov.au

WATCH & ACT - BUSHFIRE - Leave Now
Incident Location: Telangatuk_East_RocklandsRD_Telangatuk
Issue Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 04:31 pm
Next Update: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 08:40 pm

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Balmoral, Hynes, Kanagulk, Rocklands, Telangatuk East.
- There is a bushfire at Telangatuk_East_RocklandsRD_Telangatuk that is not yet under control.
- The bushfire is travelling from Telangatuk East- Rocklands Road, Telangatuk in a easterly direction towards the Black Range State Park.
- A wind change is expected around in the next few hours. Conditions can become very dangerous and unpredictable.

Don't wait, leaving now is the safest option - conditions may change and get worse very quickly. Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.
If you are not prepared, you should leave now.
By choosing to stay, you and your family may be at risk of serious injury or death.

26/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole State of Victoria on Tuesday 27 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. More information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

23/01/2026

Tomorrow, Sat, 24 Jan 2026 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for the whole State of Victoria.

No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sat, 24 Jan 2026 until 11:59 PM Sat, 24 Jan 2026.

Glenelg Shire Council
Moyne Shire Council
Warrnambool City Council
Southern Grampians Shire Council
Colac Otway Shire Council
Corangamite Shire Council
Golden Plains Shire Council
Surf Coast Shire Council
Borough of Queenscliffe
City of Greater Geelong

12/01/2026

Jeff & Abbey, are working tirelessly putting out flare ups and stumps and checking on Local residents asking they are okay and need anything!

Thank you to Jeff & Abbey, for being able to make time to go!

We don’t just help each other we help everyone 💟

12/01/2026

This happens all too often all over Victoria, this is why we need to ensure we lock up every time we are away from the station.

Between 1:00 AM and 8:00 AM this morning 12th Jan 2026, someone attempted to break into the Winchelsea Fire Station.
This is truly heartbreaking. Our station is maintained by hardworking volunteers who dedicate countless hours to keeping our equipment ready for emergencies. We pride ourselves on having a clean, well-organized station and ensuring our gear is in top condition so we can respond when our community needs us most.
To think someone would try to steal from those who give their time and energy to protect lives and property is deeply disappointing.
If you saw anything suspicious or have any information, please contact Victoria Police immediately.
Thank you for your continued support of our brigade and volunteers.

10/01/2026

Two of the Balmoral Brigade members,
Jeff and Abbey are off to Albury on Strike Team 0502 We wish all them the best!

Good luck guys, stay safe 💟

09/01/2026

👇 Fire activity has slowed in areas west of the Wimmera River, including Natimuk, but conditions remain hazardous and unpredictable.
‼️Residents of Arapiles, East Natimuk, Grass Flat, Natimuk, Noradjuha, Pimpinio, Quantong, Vectis, and Vectis South should seek shelter if they have not evacuated.
❗️Dooen, Haven, Lower Norton, McKenzie Creek, and Vectis East residents should leave now before it is too late.
Duchembegarra, Kalkee, and Pimpinio residents should monitor conditions. The fire front is moving northeast toward Vectis.
🏠Homes near grassland on the west side of Horsham, close to Curran Road, may be in danger. People should move east of Bennett Road to central Horsham.

Stay up to date with https://emergency.vic.gov.au/