Bushfires threatening regional Vic towns

A series of emergency warnings have been issued as out-of-control bushfires approach communities in Victoria's west.

Warnings have been issued for Mitre, Nurcoung, Gymbowen, Winiam, Winiam East, Minimay and Booroopki, near the South Australian border in Victoria's west.

The fast-moving and out-of-control fires are set to hit the communities about 9pm.

Residents have been told to leave before conditions become too dangerous.