Total Fire Ban 9th January 2026
TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARED
Friday 9th January 2026 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for the whole State of Victoria.
No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Fri, 9 Jan 2026 until 11:59 PM Fri, 9 Jan 2026.
This includes the Upwey area and surrounding areas.
For details on what you can and can’t do on days of Total Fire Ban, visit: Can I, Can’t I
EXTREME FIRE DANGER RATING
An EXTREME Fire Danger Rating has been issued for Central District Friday 9th January 2026. This includes the Upwey and surrounding areas.
Fires that start in these conditions can be uncontrollable and unpredictable. Leaving early is the safest option.
CFA advises leaving the night before or early in the morning of an Extreme day. Not when you can see flames or smoke, so you avoid panic, being trapped, or having to make rushed decisions that put lives at risk.
Please plan ahead and leave early if you can. Your safety and your family’s safety matter most.
Implement your fire plan. If you plan to leave LEAVE EARLY.
To understand what Fire Danger Ratings mean, visit: About Fire Danger Ratings
