Bushfire Risk in Tourello, VIC: 2026 Assessment

Tourello, Victoria· Hepburn
Tourello has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to exacerbate this risk.Updated 1 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

Tourello has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to exacerbate this risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Tourello has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to exacerbate this risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tourello, VIC
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
3363
Highest high-risk exposure
8.6% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tourello, Victoria, has a tourello has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to surrounding bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to exacerbate this risk. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Victoria fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The area is designated as a bushfire-prone area.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Tourello, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Tourello including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Tourello sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 8.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 62.4% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Tourello.

Tourello (postcode 3363) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (8.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.4% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tourello — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire Prone Area
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2009
Major

The Black Saturday bushfires impacted the region, causing significant damage.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to mitigate flood risks.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Preparedness Planning

Immediate

Develop and implement bushfire preparedness plans.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Early Warning System

Near-term

Establish a heatwave early warning system to protect vulnerable populations.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education Programs

Long-term

Conduct community education programs on climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Hepburn Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tourello in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Tourello may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Tourello has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Tourello?

BAL ratings in Tourello depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Tourello?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Tourello may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Tourello?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the Victoria fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Tourello is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 8.6% of Tourello in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 62.4% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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