Fire Danger Period

Each year the Country Fire Authority (CFA) declares a Fire Danger Period.

This is a period of time (up to six or seven months) during the warmest part of the year when the CFA restricts the use of fire in the community.

The Fire Danger Period in Nillumbik will commence at 1am on Monday 25 November 2024 and will remain in place until 1 May 2025 unless otherwise stated.

The declaration of the Fire Danager Period is determined by the CFA based on existing and predicted conditions that lead to increased fire risk to Nillumbik.

You can find further information on the CFA website.

When does the Fire Danger Period start?

This depends on the amount of rain, grassland curing rate and other local conditions. It is different for each municipality (council area).

The CFA has declared that Nillumbik's Fire Danger Period will commence on Monday 25 November 2024.

When does the Fire Danger Period end?

As above, this will depend on local conditions. The CFA will determine when the Fire Danger Period can end.

The Fire Danger Period will remain in place until 1 May 2025 unless otherwise stated.

What restrictions are in place during the Fire Danger Period?

Once the Fire Danger Period has been declared, fire restrictions come into force. This means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit or comply with certain requirements.

If you don't obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted.

Find out more about restrictions and what you can and can't do at the CFA website.

Can I burn off in Nillumbik during the Fire Danger Period?

No. Burning off is prohibited on all properties, regardless of size, during the declared Fire Danger Period. Only in exceptional circumstances permits may be granted.

Learn more about burning off in Nillumbik.

For translated materials, you can visit the CFA website:

Fire Danger Ratings

Fire Danger Ratings describe the potential level of danger should a bushfire start. They provide important information so that people can take action to protect themselves and others from the potentially dangerous impacts of bushfires.

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Fire Danger Period

When does the Fire Danger Period start?

When does the Fire Danger Period end?

What restrictions are in place during the Fire Danger Period?

Can I burn off in Nillumbik during the Fire Danger Period?

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