ABC reporter Jacqui Peake

is at Apollo Bay

where those who fled their homes are taking refuge for the night at the evacuation centre.

"People are waiting to see how their homes have fared," she said.





"They've fled for the night. Very few people have stayed on to defend their properties.





"Those who have left are really worried with what they can expect, when they're allowed back home.





"We don't know how long that might be, before people can start going home."