AFTER a drier-than-average autumn and winter, Victoria is facing an increased fire risk leading into summer, with substantial amounts of dead and dry plant material in forests making it easier for fires to ignite and spread.
There is a great deal of fuel out there and a summer of grassfires is predicted across District 22 which includes the Shire of Moira, Shire of Strathbogie and City of Greater Shepparton.
CFA is asking people to keep an eye out on the VicEmergency App and CFA website, to be aware of the fire danger ratings and to know what their plan is should a fire event arise.
The Fire Danger Period (FDP) for District 22 commenced on Monday, November 11, 2024. This means that the use of fire in the open air is now restricted and no burning off is permitted. However, there are a number of things people can still do to maintain their properties over the warmer months, such as keeping gutters clear of leaf litter, keeping grass cut to less than 10cm cutting back overhanging branches from buildings, removing flammable items from decks and verandahs, and keeping woodpiles away from the house.
For more information on what you can and can’t do during the FDP and on days of Total Fire Ban, planning and preparing for fire, and warnings and restrictions for your area visit cfa.vic.gov.au and download the VicEmergency App to your phone.
