There are opportunities for planned burns to be conducted in some areas until tomorrow, particularly around Murrindindi, Bairnsdale, Heyfield, the Midlands, the Wimmera and the Mallee.

From tomorrow evening, rainfall in the south west is expected to progress eastwards and is likely to continue over most of the state until early next week. However, limited opportunities for burning may emerge in the west and parts of the Mallee.

*Note: This report is only valid on the date of issue. It contains general information which can change without notice according to conditions and changing weather forecasts.

This report covers burns on public land only - landholders may also be completing burns on private property.

eries regarding planned burns, contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) on freecall 1800 240 667.

For the most up-to-date information all year round visit www.dse.vic.gov.au/burns