NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) Superintendent Steve Mepham said Walcha Shire residents will need to obtain a permit before conducting burns from Monday August 1.
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“While it is important to continue hazard reduction burns, we have all seen the devastation that bush fires can inflict on a community, so I strongly urge people to exercise extreme caution when carrying out these activities,” Supt Mepham said.
“Residents can ask their local Fire Control Centre for assistance in carrying out safe hazard reductions and for advice about whether they need a Bush Fire Hazard Reduction Certificate.
“With conditions becoming more conducive to the spread of fire, people need to be extremely careful when using fire,” Supt Mepham said. “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.”
Supt Mepham said now is also the time for residents to prepare their property for bush fire and to complete or update their Bush Fire Survival Plan.
To check the Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Ban declarations for your area visitwww.rfs.nsw.gov.au.