A chemical explosion has sparked a large factory fire in Derrimut, in Melbourne's west. More than 30 fire trucks are at the scene.

Crews arrived at the scene about 11:20am, and are working to bring the blaze under control using specialist appliances and aerial equipment.

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This thread is ongoing as of time of posting - some FASCINATING situations unfolding.

Polar air from Antarctica is surging towards south-east Australia, bringing gusty winds, showers and low-level snow. While midwinter cold outbreaks are typical, the subsequent weather is nothing short of bizarre.

This is getting more and more relevant all the time.