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Bush fire Season – Preparing your home and property

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Bush fire Season – Preparing your home and property

Most houses are damaged or lost in bushfires due to ember attack – this is where burning embers carried by strong winds land in gaps or on material that easily burns, such as vegetation close to the home.

There are actions you can take immediately that will help protect you and your property from bushfire:

Click here – This video could save your life

Access a range of information to help you prepare for bushfire season:

Download a copy of the Bushfire Preparation Toolkit at the Fire Chat Website at www.firechat.wa.gov.au Visit your Local Government Website or refer to your local Fire Break & Hazard Reduction Notice
Source: Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup : Bush fire Season – Preparing your home and property
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