Total Fire Ban and Extreme Fire Danger Rating - Saturday 22 February

Saturday 22 February has been declared a Total Fire Ban Day, with an Extreme Fire Danger Rating. Monitor warnings and advice through emergency channels, including VicEmergency, and emergency broadcasters.

Find out about impacts to Council services on this day

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Safety and Emergencies

In the event of an emergency or life-threatening situation, call Triple Zero (000).

The Murrindindi Shire Municipal Emergency Management Committee (MEMPC) helps plan for emergencies. The Committee is made up of representatives from response, relief and recovery agencies and organisations and community representatives.

The Committee prepares our Municipal Emergency Management Plan(DOCX, 1MB), which addresses the prevention of, response to, and recovery from emergencies in Murrindindi Shire.

Fire and Heat

Find information to prepare you for fire season, help you understand fire warnings, danger periods and what to do in an emergency situation.

Floods and Storms

How you can prepare for a flood or storm in our area, understand how to stay safe, the hazards of returning home and who to ask for help to recover from a storm or flood emergency.

Power Outages

Power outages can occur for many reasons. Have a plan and be prepared to manage power blackouts.

Emergency Contacts and Broadcasters

For information about Official Emergency Broadcasters in Victoria in Murrindindi Shire and key emergency contacts.

Relief and Recovery

Information on what support and assistance is available during and after an emergency, including emergency relief centres and recovery information.

Single Incident Emergencies

If you or your family require assistance after a single incident emergency, there are a number of services available locally that Council can help you access.

The First 72 Hours

What would you do if you were in an Emergency situation and couldn't receive professional help for 72 hours? How to create an Emergency Plan for your business or household.

Floods October 2022 Information

Information for residents impacted by the October 2022 floods.

Local Emergency Action Plans (LEAPs)

Local Emergency Action Plans (LEAPs) are being developed for several of Murrindindi Shire's smaller communities as part of the LEAPing into Resilience Project. This project is a joint initiative between Murrindindi, Mansfield and Strathbogie Shire Councils, funded by the Australian Government.