Fire Ready

Know your risk and create a plan

When fires do occur, they present a major risk and threat to life and property within the Southern Grampians Shire Council. Information on understanding fire risk in your environment can be found at the CFA Website - Am I at Risk?

It's important to prepare and practice your own home emergency plans, have a go - bag ready, and know where you will get reliable information during the event of a fire. Plan what choices you will make if a fire breaks out near your home. Know your triggers when to leave, where you will go and how to safely get there. Your plans should include your pets, horses and other livestock. Being prepared is a critical step in being ready. The CFA has some key tips to help you plan for a bushfire event as well as many helpful publications to help you prepare, including the Fire Ready Kit. 

The VicEmergency website has a wealth of resources to help you understand your fire risk and know what to do before and during a fire. 

Fire Danger Ratings

Fire Danger Ratings tell you how dangerous a fire could be if one started. This Fire Danger Rating system is in use across Australia so whether you are at home or travelling the system is consistent across the nation.

For more information please visit the CFA website

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