Emergencies can happen at any time, and being prepared before one occurs can make a real difference to your safety, your family, your neighbours and your community.
Hepburn Shire is a diverse municipality with communities, farms, forests and roads that can be affected by bushfire, storms, floods, extreme heat and other emergencies. Conditions can change quickly, so it is important to know the risks where you live, have a plan, prepare your property and know where to find trusted information when an emergency happens.
Council works closely with emergency services and government agencies before, during and after emergencies to help keep our communities informed, prepared and supported. This includes working with the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES), Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria, Forest Fire Management Victoria and other emergency management partners.
Use the information on this page to:
- understand the emergencies and risks that may affect you
- prepare your household, property and pets
- make an emergency plan and prepare for the first 72 hours
- find current warnings, emergency information and advice
- understand Council's role during emergencies
- know what to do during and after an emergency
- find information and support to help your community recover.
Don't wait for an emergency to happen. Take the time now to get prepared, stay informed and know what you will do.