Bushfire threatening Victorian steelworks brought under control

Almost 30 firetrucks have brought a bushfire under control which had been threatening to spread to a nearby steelworks at Tyabb, south of Melbourne.

CFA firefighters were called to reports of a tree fire in Denham Street at around 6.30am.

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The fire had since spread through the neighbouring recreational park, with crews battling to prevent the blaze from spreading.

Fire crews worked hard to protect the Western Port Bluescope Steel plant.

While flames are on the factory's property, it hasn't reached any of the buildings.

The fire is under control and not a threat to local communities.