Bushfire season closes, but care still needed
Published Date: 22 Mar 2016
Summary
The Bushfire Danger Period for the 2015-16 season is about to come to an end.
From Friday, April 1, fire permits will no longer be required for the Dubbo, Narromine and Wellington local government areas.
NSW Rural Fire Service Orana team manager Superintendent Lyndon Wieland said despite the cooler weather in Dubbo, fires could still occur.
NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) Orana team manager Superintendent Lyndon Wieland said everyone was required to stay within the boundaries of the law when using fire.
"Although the Bush Fire Danger Period has ended residents must still notify their neighbours and the NSW RFS, giving 24 hours notice prior to burning," Superintendent Wieland said.
"Landowners have a legal responsibility that should they light a fire on their property without providing appropriate notifications (neighbours and the NSW RFS) and taking appropriate precautions to safely manage the fire in preventing its escape, that serious legal consequences may apply."
Superintendent Wieland said despite the cooler weather, fires could still occur suddenly, and residents should remain vigilant.
"Dubbo, Narromine and Wellington landowners and managers are encouraged to take advantage of these conditions by undertaking hazard reduction activities to further reduce the risk of bushfires on their land," Superintendent Wieland said.
"Your local rural fire station or fire control centre can provide advice on how to safely undertake hazard reduction work, and how best to prepare yourself, your family and your property for the next bushfire season."
