FIRE restrictions for Greater Shepparton, Moira and Strathbogie local government areas commenced on Monday, November 2.
During this time potentially dangerous activities that could cause a fire are restricted, including burning off vegetation, lighting campfires outside, and using equipment like a welder in close proximity to flammable materials.
If people are using fire to clean up around their properties, they should register these at the Fire Permits Website, www.firepermits.vic.gov.au, or by calling ESTA on 1800 668 511.
The Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for Victoria released on November 25 identified potential for increased grassfire conditions for the 2021/22 fire season.
Much of Victoria has experienced average to above average rainfall during winter and spring, and this has led to above normal pasture growth across paddocks and roadsides for much of the state, which is likely to increase the grass fire risk throughout the summer period.
Grassland and drier forests including woodlands and heathlands have been assessed as normal, however shorter-duration fires are still likely to occur on hot, dry and windy days.
The Fire Danger Period typically remains in place until the fire danger lessens, which could be as late as May. The Fire Danger Period is NOT the same thing as a Total Fire Ban.
