UP to 12 properties are feared destroyed in a massive bushfire in Victoria's west but authorities are not confirming any numbers until they can go in and assess the damage.
The CFA has issued two emergency warnings about the 1300 hectare fire that has descended on the 700-strong community of Dereel, west of Melbourne, sending many residents fleeing for safety.
Four firefighters have been injured after their firetruck slammed into a tree in thick smoke.
People who fled their homes ahead of the fire have told of the destruction but fire authorities have been unable to confirm the extent of the damage.
A State Control Centre spokeswoman told AAP that there have been reports of 12 properties affected by the blaze but have been unable to confirm it while the fire still rages.
"We haven't been able to get in and assess the damage, so if they are homes or sheds, we just don't know yet," she said.
It's feared that a wind change on Wednesday night could send the blaze towards the community of Mount Mercer.
CFA chief officer Euan Ferguson said the injured firefighters were expected to be released from hospital on Wednesday night.
The volunteer members were hurt when their firetruck crashed into a tree in thick smoke and then became surrounded by fire.
"The firefighters enacted full crew protection and took shelter in their vehicle following correct procedures as per their training," Mr Ferguson said.
He said the crew should be commended for their actions and quick thinking under such difficult circumstances.
An emergency warning has also been issued for a separate bushfire at Hallston, east of Melbourne.
The CFA says the fast-moving, out-of-control fire is likely to threaten the communities of Hallston, Dickies Hill Junction, Allambee South and Berrys Creek.
The fire is burning across 312 hectares and creating spot fires a kilometre ahead of the front, the CFA says.
Earlier on Wednesday, crews at Officer battled a fire which was looming near a major electricity connection between the city and power generators in the Latrobe Valley.
Australian Energy Market Operator spokesman Joe Adamo said the fire did not pose a threat to Melbourne's electricity supply.
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