There are likely to be several opportunities for planned burning early this week in areas where the fuel is dry enough to burn.

Burning is underway today in Melbourne’s eastern metropolitan area and is likely to continue on Tuesday. Other opportunities are also likely in East Gippsland, the Wimmera and far south west of the state on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Planned burning opportunities will be limited later in the week, with a rise in temperature and higher winds on Thursday, followed by cooler conditions and possible showers moving across the state on Friday and
into the weekend.

DSE is monitoring fuel conditions across the rest of the state to take advantage of planned burning opportunities as they arise.

*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 planned burns on private property.

For queries 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