By Aaron Cordy
THE 2023-24 Fire Danger Period (FDP) opened for the Wellington and East Gippsland Shires Monday, October 9. A timely reminder of the potential dangers ahead for the Goulburn Valley in the coming months.
CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said the FDP declaration is earlier this year which is an indication of what we can expect for the summer ahead.
“While crews are ready to respond and support communities this bushfire season, fire safety is a shared responsibility and we ask Victorians to prepare and know their local risks,” he said.
Fire Danger Period information:
- A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. You can apply for a permit at firepermits.vic.gov.au
- Lighting fires in the open without a permit can bring a penalty of more than $21,800 and/or 12 months imprisonment. For a full list of conditions, visit cfa.vic.gov.au/can Farmers can find legal guidelines and practical advice at cfa.vic.gov.au/farms. More information about FDPs is available online at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod.
- To find out what you can and can’t do during FDP, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can or by calling VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.
