We provide info about relief and recovery support available during and after emergencies - Vic Department of Health & Human Services
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Ambulance Victoria is experiencing an extremely high demand for ambulances in the metropolitan region. It is likely there will be a delay in an ambulance reaching you. If it’s not an emergency, please call NURSE-ON-CALL (1300 60 60 24).
If you or someone you know has been directly impacted by the East Gippsland Fires or North East Fires and require financial assitance, call 1800 961 054 9am–5pm 7 days a week.
Follow @vicemergency & visit their financial assistance page for more go.vic.gov.au/N9bjDd
#VicFires
Need help or someone to talk to? Support is available at community meetings, relief centres or immediately through Lifeline on 13 11 14.
#Vicfires
If your property was impacted by the South East Victoria bush fires, ensure to register for the State Government clean-up program. Registrations will close 10 May 2019.
Long running fires can be extremely stressful. Anyone affected by the South East Victoria bushfires is invited to come to a free info session on coping with trauma tonight, Wed 1 May. Session is from 7pm in the recovery centre at Tonimbuk Hall. More info: ow.ly/2iAU30oAZss
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Structure fire - Watch&Act for 16 Thornycroft st Campbellfield. For more info: bit.ly/2Vn4zWz #vicfires
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We have partnered with @bendigobank to establish a Community Relief Fund in support of community members affected by the recent south east Victoria fires.
Donations to the Community Relief Fund can also be made online via communityenterprisefoundatio…
emv.vic.gov.au/news/communit…
#vicfires Personal protective kits are now available from Bunyip Showgrounds & Recreation Reserve & Kernot Hall recovery centre.
Kits should be used for personal protection during property inspections. They are not for asbestos removal or clean up. see: go.vic.gov.au/d8MqL1
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A relief centre is now open in Pakenham for those affected by the current fires burning in Bunyip State Park.
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This Emergency Warning is being issued for Black Snake Creek, Cowa, Crooked River, Dargo, Gibbs, Hawkhurst, Maguires, Miowera.
There is a bushfire 7Km Nw Of Dargo and travelling in a south-easterly direction towards Dargo.
For more information, visit:
emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
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This Emergency Warning is being issued for Budgeree, Jumbuk, Yinnar South.
There is a bushfire at Budgeree that is not yet under control and travelling in a southerly direction towards Upper Middle Creek Road and Gilberts Road in Budgeree.
More info: emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
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This EMERGENCY WARNING is being issued for Ballyrogan, Buangor.
There is a grassfire at Western Highway, Buangor that is not yet under control.
The grassfire is travelling in a south easterly direction towards Challicum Hills wind farm.
Stay updated: emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
EmergencyRecoveryVIC retweeted
'Talking about Black Saturday can be very difficult for some, but talking can be the best healer.' Listen to community recovery expert Anne Leadbeater OAM and trauma expert Dr Rob Gordon discuss the 2009 Victorian Bushfires: ow.ly/oy2N50koCDx #podcast #2009Bushfires
Long running bushfires in your local area can be extremely stressful & can trigger emotional, physical & psychological reactions. If you or a loved one need some support speak with your GP, a mental health professional, or call Lifeline: 13 11 14 #VicFires ow.ly/KaeB30numPX
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10 years on from the worst heatwave & bushfires in our nation's history, it’s important to remember everyone’s journey through recovery is different, & for many, recovery remains an ongoing challenge. More: vic.gov.au/2009-bushfires #Remembering10YearsOn #2009Vicbushfires
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Relief Centre has now been set up at EUROA CINEMA, Bury Street Euroa for residents affected by the Strathbogie fire.
Euroa Saleyards in Sutherland Street are available to be opened on request
for shelter and water for animals. Go to Relief Centre for further directions.
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If you know someone who was affected by the 2009 bushfires, it’s a good idea to check in on them to see if they're ok. It’s helpful to know that family and friends are thinking of you. Talking and providing support can be beneficial. #Remembering10YearsOn #2009Vicbushfires
#VicFloods - community meeting to be held today at 4pm for those affected near the Birchip area @vicemergency @vicsesnews @VicGovDHHS
Birchip Update.
A community meeting is scheduled to be held from 4.00pm this afternoon at the Birchip Leisure Centre. This meeting will be streamed via Council’s Facebook page.
Get all the latest including current road closures at buloke.vic.gov.au/news-and-c…
#VicFloods two relief centres have been set up in Wangaratta at H.P Barr Reserve, Shilling Drive and Chiltern Memorial Hall. Support services available. More info: emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
#BourkeSt If you or a loved one need some extra support during this time, speak with your doctor or call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Anyone directly impacted by this tragic event call the Victim Support Helpline on 1800 819 817.
