General News
26 March, 2024
Bush Fire Danger Period to end
The Bush Fire Danger Period ends at midnight this coming Sunday
The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) ends at midnight Sunday, March 31, 2024 in 36 Local Government Areas (LGAs) including Warrumbungle and Gilgandra Local Government Areas.
Fire agencies and land managers in these areas where the BFDP has ended will now turn their attention towards conducting hazard reduction works, which includes planned burning across many areas of the state where and when possible.
Inspector White said all members of the public must still abide by the law when conducting their own hazard reduction burns as well.
“From Monday 1 April 2024, fire permits will no longer be required for the Warrumbungle and Gilgandra Local Government Areas and all other areas outside the BFDP,” Inspector White said.
“Even though a fire permit is no longer required, residents must still notify their neighbours and the local fire authority 24 hours before burning.
“Before lighting up, people should also have sufficient equipment on hand to control and contain the fire to their property and call Triple Zero (000) immediately should the fire escape their property.
“There is always the potential for fires to threaten life, property and the environment, if they are not managed correctly.”
Inspector White said the local community should not become complacent to the danger of bush and grass fires, even during autumn and winter months.
“Local fire danger ratings will continue to be issued daily, giving the community an indication of their fire risk year-round,” Inspector White said.
“I urge all residents to take the threat of bush fire seriously and to prepare their families and home now.
“Your local fire station or Fire Control Centre can provide advice on how to safely undertake hazard reduction work and how to best prepare yourself, your property and your family for the next bush fire season.
“The first thing you should do though is update your bush fire survival plan and discuss it with your household.”
