Emergency bushfire warning issued for Victorian communities

Several communities in Western Victoria are being told to evacuate immediately as a bushfire burns in the Grampians National Park. Vic Emergency issued warnings for residents in Mafeking, Watgania, Bellfield, Halls Gap, Lake Fyans and Pomonal. More than 350 firefighters and 20 water bombers are working to get the blaze heading towards Mount WIlliam under control. Smoke could be seen billowing into the air from the region, impacting air quality across parts of the state.