Frequently asked questions.

Q: Are the fire restrictions on in my area today?
A: Consult your local council or the CFA website where there is a map showing the municipalities in which the Fire Danger Period has been declared.

Q:What Fire Ban District am I in?
A: Click on the total fire ban status map on the CFA web site home page.

Q: Is there a Total Fire Ban today?
A: Click on the total fire ban status map on the CFA web site home page.

Q: Can I burn off today?
A: If it is during the Fire Danger Period, no unless you have a permit. If it is a day of Total Fire Ban, again no. At all other times consult your local council for any permit requirements.

Q: Can I light an incinerator today?
A: The CFA website gives complete information about what you can do during the Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

Q: Can I use my chainsaw or lawn mower today?
A: If it is as day of Total Fire Ban it is not advised. The CFA website gives complete information about what you can do during the Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

Q: Can I use my welder or grinder in the outdoors today?
A: Not on a day of Total Fire Ban. The CFA website gives complete information about what you can do during the Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

Q: Can I light a camp fire today?
A: Not on a day of Total Fire Ban. The CFA website gives complete information about what you can do during the Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

Q: Can I have a barbeque today?
A: There are restrictions on use of barbeques during the summer Fire Danger Period. The CFA website gives complete information about what you can do during the Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

Q: What Fire Weather District am I in?
A: Click on the fire danger ratings map on the CFA web site home page.

Q: What is the fire danger rating today?
A: Use the Bureau of Meterology Fire Weather Page. Select the station nearest your home.

Q: Is there a Local Fireguard Group where I live?
A: The CFA website has a page of information about community programs.

Q: Is there a Fire-Ready meeting that I can attend?
A: The CFA website has a page of information about community programs.

Q: Will the fire brigade do a burn-off on my property?
A: Burning off is not carried out during the summer fire danger period.

Q: Can I remove the vegetation on the roadside?
A: See the Roadside Management page on the CFA website. There are links to local council websites from that page.