NSW RFS: Rural Fire Service declares start of Bushfire Danger Period

The statutory Bush Fire Danger Period will commence on Friday 1 October 2021 for the Goulburn Mulwaree, Upper Lachlan Shire and Yass Valley Local Government areas. The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) is urging Southern Tablelands residents to prepare now for the fire season.

NSW RFS Superintendent Peter Alley is urging all residents to complete a Bush Fire Survival Plan and ensure all members of the household know what to do on days of increased fire danger or if their home is threated by fire.

“Residents should prepare their property by removing flammable materials from around their home and assets, clearing leaves from gutters, keeping lawns mown and checking hoses and pumps are operable,” Superintendent Alley said.

“After the recent rain that has fallen across the Southern Tablelands, we have increased grass growth which will be problematic over coming weeks and months.”

“Never leave a fire unattended and if a fire does escape, it is essential to call Triple Zero (000) immediately so that emergency services can respond accordingly and minimise the damage,” Superintendent Alley said.

Fire Permit holders are required to notify the Rural Fire Service and their adjoining neighbours 24 hours before lighting up. You can notify of your intention to burn by visiting www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or by calling your local Fire Control Centre on 02 6226 3100.

On days where the Fire Danger Rating is Very High or above, Fire Permits will be suspended for 24 and permit holders will be advised accordingly. On days of Total Fire Ban, no fires are to be lit in the open.

To check the Fire Danger Rating for your area, seek advice on bush fire preparedness or for any further information visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au or call (02) 6226 3100 during business hours.

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