Council's role in emergencies is community preparedness, relief and recovery. For all emergency related content please use the VicEmergency website or mobile app. If you are in an emergency situation, please call 000.
Council's role in emergencies is community preparedness, relief and recovery, and work collaboratively with other partners to ensure the safety of our residents.
It's important you understand the type and severity of emergency risk you face at your property and in your location.
Learn more about the types of emergencies that we have experienced in the Northern Grampians and what you can do to prepare yourself against them.
Find out more about different recovery initiatives and support available for recent emergency events.
Under the Emergency Management Act 1986 and 2013, municipal councils must establish a Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC). The MEMPC is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and maintaining a Municipal Emergency Management Plan (MEMP).
The Northern Grampians Shire Municipal Fire Management Planning Committee has prepared a Municipal Fire Management Plan (MFMP) in accordance with the Emergency Management Act 2013.