Recently there has been a number of significant bushfires occurring across Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia.
To keep up to date on the bushfires and receive notifications about incidents and advice for your area, make sure to download the Vic Emergency app from the App Store or Google Play.
The Vic Emergency Relief & Recovery webpage is also a great source of information, featuring topics such as:
- Where you can donate
- Location of relief and recovery centres
- Wildlife rescue during emergencies
- Smoke and air quality information
- Looking after your personal well-being
- Road closures
- Help for livestock and agriculture
- Where to report a bushfire-related scam
Victorian Bushfire Appeal
The State Government has established the Victorian Bushfire Appeal with Bendigo Bank and the Salvation Army.
The appeal is dedicated to providing practical support as Victorians impacted by the bushfires begin to rebuild their lives.
100% of donated funds will go directly to communities in need.
Visit the Victorian Bushfire Appeal website to donate
Where to get help
It is normal for a distressing or frightening event to affect you physically, mentally and emotionally.
Long-running fires in your local area can be extremely stressful and can trigger emotional, physical and psychological reactions.
The State Government is supporting a number of on-the-ground services available to assist families to recover from the strong emotional or physical reactions they may be experiencing.
