CFA deploys eight units as grassfire in Kialla spreads

The fire was restricted to grassland on private property, burning about five hectares and causing no impact to structures or infrastructure.

It is not being treated as suspicious.

The CFA would like to remind the community to be vigilant when burning off or using machinery on private property until the fire danger period officially begins on Monday, November 10, as the grass is currently very dry and can easily catch fire.

3.36pm:

The CFA is responding to a grassfire in Kialla that started at 3.05pm today and has not yet been declared under control or safe.

Currently, eight units are on the scene at Archer Rd, supported by one Fire Rescue Victoria unit.

The CFA has reported that the fire is spreading and is now threatening a nearby house.

A warning has been issued due to black smoke, which may be visible from nearby communities and roads.

Crews are still actively working on the scene.