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The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has declared that the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) will commence on the 1st October 2022 for areas across the Mid Murray Zone.
The Mid Murray Zone includes the Edward River Council, Murray River Council and part of the Murrumbidgee Council south of Coleambally
From the 1st of October 2022 any person wishing to light a fire in the Mid Murray Zone will require a permit.
Anybody wishing to light a fire on their property during the Bush Fire Danger Period will require a permit from their local Brigade or Fire Control Centre.
People burning with a fire permit must comply with standard permit conditions. These conditions include,
- Notifying your neighbours at least 24 hours prior to burning
- Notifying the RFS via the NOTIFY portal on the RFS Website - www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify 24 hours prior to burning
- Notifying your local Brigade Captain on each day you burn
- Installing fire breaks around the area to be burnt
- Firefighting equipment in working order on site
- A responsible person must be in attendance while the fire is alight
- Only grass and stubble to be burnt, no timber to be burnt
However, even with a permit you need to check whether a Total Fire Ban is in force before lighting any fires.
The NSW RFS encourages all residents to have a Bush Fire Survival Plan, so all members of their household know what to do on days of increased fire danger, and if their home is threatened by fire.
Residents should also continue with their hazard reduction activities.
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.
For more information contact the Mid Murray Zone office on 03 5898 4100 or visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au