How well do you know fire?
Do you know how far an ember can travel before starting a new fire? Or that the heat and ferocity of a bushfire could melt the trailer off a ute?
Victoria is one of the most fire prone areas in the world and bushfires and grassfires are a part of life.
The fire season is starting earlier and running later. All Victorians need to know how to plan for and respond to fire.
During this period of hot weather, make sure you monitor fire danger ratings.
If a Code Red or Extreme Fire Danger Rating is declared, do not travel to areas that have dense bush. Instead go to built up cities or towns for the day.
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If you see behaviour that could lead to a bushfire, it’s up to you to report it and keep our community safe. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or go to crimestoppersvic.com.au
In an emergency, or if you see smoke or flames, call 000 immediately.
Find out how you can plan and prepare during fire season: https://www.vic.gov.au/how-well-do-you-know-fire