Emergencies & Fire Ban Days
Fire Bans
On days of extreme weather conditions Fire Bans may be declared for various areas in the State. To determine whether a fire ban has been imposed, phone the CFS hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit the CFS website.
Total Fire Ban Days
All fires are prohibited on a Total Fire Ban day unless a Schedule 10 permit has been issued. However these permits will only be issued in special circumstances. Note: Electric welders, mechanical cutting tools and gas equipment require a permit before they can be used in the open on a day of total fire ban.
Cooking or heating Appliances
The operation of gas fire or electric elements in the open is subject to the following conditions;
- Use within 15m of a domestic or commercial premises
- The space immediately around or above the gas fire or electric element must be cleared of all flammable material for a distance of four metres.
- A person who is able to control the gas fire or electric element must be present at all times while it is lighted or charged.
- An appropriate agent adequate to extinguish any fire must be at hand.