Laverton North residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed as a massive paper recycling warehouse went up in flames last night (Thursday 2 August).
The power of social media to provide situational awareness and community information was highlighted again after Tuesday's earthquake that affected a large area of Victoria.
An aggressive firefight by CFA and MFB firefighters managed to minimise damage caused by a garage fire in the Sanctuary Lakes area of Point Cook last night.
The Fire Services Commissioner is asking the Victorian community to help inform the future direction of online emergency information by completing a quick survey on the Emergency Vic website.