Emergencies can be stressful and emotional events. Thinking ahead is crucial for protecting your loved ones and assets.
Effective planning limits the stress and panic of an emergency and means you're never underprepared – or unprepared.
VicEmergency is the official Victorian Government resource for emergency warnings and information. View real time warnings and find tips on being prepared online via their website.
Download the VicEmergency app and set up a user profile and watch zones to ensure you receive official alerts and news for areas that interest you.
Preparing for a power outage
Power outages can occur during days of extreme heat or cold. If your supply is interrupted, contact 13 17 99 or visit Energy Safe Victoria to see if you need to enact your plan.
Food businesses are responsible for ensuring that foods that need to be kept cold or frozen have been stored properly during a power outage or, if unable to be stored, are discarded appropriately.
We do not look after power supply issues.
Preparing your pets and livestock
Plan ahead for your pets, horses, and livestock by ensuring that you have required foods, caging, bedding, medications, and transport if you plan to relocate.
If you have valuable bloodstock or pedigree papers, pack them with your family paperwork and photos.
Agriculture Victoria, Animal Welfare Victoria, and RSPCA have information available to help you with managing your pets in emergencies, including horses and livestock.
Preparing for a pandemic
For information on COVID-19, including testing and vaccinations, visit the Better Health Channel.
For visitors
Download the VicEmergency app to keep up to date on any emergencies in the area when you’re travelling.
Always check the Fire Danger Ratings for your destination before you go and when you arrive. Make sure you have a fully charged battery. Below is a list of local radio frequencies:
- Alpine FM
- 96.5FM in the Kiewa Valley
- 92.9FM in the Ovens Valley
- 94.5FM in Harrietville
- ABC Goulburn Murray
- 106.5FM in the Kiewa Valley
- 89.7FM in Bright
- 91.7FM in Myrtleford
Treat fires with care when camping. The risk of bushfires should not be taken lightly. Make sure you're aware of Fire Danger Periods. When camping, be aware of Total Fire Ban Days, where fires in the open air are legally restricted, and always ensure your campfire is never left unattended when lit and fully extinguished after use.
Visit Parks Victoria for information on travelling through or visiting bushfire risk areas and VicRoads for road closure information.