Grass fire burns on Old Thoona Rd

Several trucks were called to the blaze, which was burning on the side of the road and had spread for about 200m.

The fire danger period came into effect in Benalla at 1am on Monday, November 27.

The Ensign’s Hamish Donaldson spoke to deputy group officer Charlie Sexton of the Benalla CFA to find out what Benalla residents, smallholders and farmers can do to stay safe during this fire danger period.

You can read “How to prepare for grass fires as fire danger period approaches” by clicking here.