fire danger period declared for yarra ranges

STOP PRESS STOP PRESS STOP PRESS Thursday 13th January: I have just been advised that the declaration of the CFA Fire Danger Period has been postposed indefinately due to the excessive rainfall experienced this week.

The CFA has advised that the CFA Fire Danger Period and fire restrictions will come into force from 1am on Monday 24 January, 2011.

After this date no open air burning is permitted. It's well and truly time to make sure your fire plan is in place, rehearsed and you and your family are aware of the plan.

If you're not sure if you are allowed to burn off in the open for fire fuel reduction purposes prior to fire restrictions on the 24th January click here.

If you'd like to know more about bushfire preparation click here.