Snow machines have been brought out of hibernation to protect alpine resorts as Victoria's first state of disaster is extended for two days ahead of worsening fire conditions.A total fire ban has been declared for today in six of Victoria's nine fire districts, with the fire danger in the Northern Country rated as extremeFor the latest emergency information, visit theThe Alpine region, East Gippsland and the state's north-east are bracing for yet another day of extreme fire danger.
A separate emergency warning was issued for Combienbar, in East Gippsland, for a grassfire threatening homes and the Combienbar Hall.
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