Register your burn off
All burn offs should be registered with VicFire on 1800 668 511.
Unregistered burn offs can cause brigades to be called out unnecessarily.
You can also download the Burn off Notification Form - doc 132k and email: burnoffs@esta.vic.gov.au or fax: 1300 674 428.
Before burning off
- Check and follow local regulations or laws set down by CFA or your local council
- Notify neighbours at least two hours before starting the burn
- Notify VicFire on 1800 668 511
- Check the weather forecast for the day of the burn and a few days afterwards
- Check the fuel moisture conditions
- Establish a fire break of no less then three metres cleared of all flammable material
- Made sure there are enough people to monitor, contain and extinguish the burn safely and effectively.
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