Fire sparks evacuation in southwest Vic

FIREFIGHTERS waterbombing a fast-moving grassfire burning around the Cashmore area in Victoria's southwest have succeeded in reducing the threat.

An emergency warning has been downgraded to a watch and act alert for the fire in the Cashmore area, which was expected to impact the areas of Portland West and Trewalla, the CFA said.

"The fire is still going however fire activity has reduced a bit because of suppression activities and the weather situation," a CFA spokeswoman said.

"Waterbombing has had significant success in protecting assets and against spot fires."

The spokeswoman said 130 firefighters and seven aircraft are still fighting the blaze.

Firefighters are also still working to protect 30 homes on Dougherties Road in Portland West.

Residents have been urged to follow their bushfire survival plans.

Fire Services Commissioner Craig Lapsley said strong winds on Tuesday and Wednesday were the most important focus for fire authorities.

"The weather conditions will see very strong winds not only during the day but also during evening and night hours," Mr Lapsley said.

"The key factor is we have seen winds come back again that we haven't experienced for over a week or so."

A total fire ban is in force in the southwest and Wimmera fire districts for Tuesday.

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