The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will commence at 1am on Monday 17 November 2025 for the following municipalities in CFA’s north-east region:
Residents in these areas are encouraged to ensure their properties and families are well prepared ahead of the FDP. This includes cleaning up grass, leaves and other flammable materials. Everyone should also have a fire plan for high-risk fire weather days.
Assistant Chief Fire Officer for CFA District 12, Stephen Keating, said any private burn-offs must be fully extinguished prior to 17 November.
“We’ve already seen several burn-offs get away in recent weeks, so it’s really important that people conduct their burns safely and make sure the fire is fully out before they walk away,” Stephen said.
“This year we will see fine fuels drying off at a faster rate due to dryer soils. The heavier fuels are also more likely to be involved in fire due to the prolonged rainfall deficit.
“If you have a large burn off pile or bigger stumps or logs, it is too late for you to burn them off.
“All burn offs are the responsibility of the landowner to ensure that they are out and can’t flare up later.”
For more information on preparing your property and understanding local fire restrictions, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au.
Those conducting burn-offs must notify authorities online at the Fire Permits Victoria website (www.firepermits.vic.gov.au) or by calling 1800 668 511. Registering your burn-off helps emergency call takers prioritise people who need urgent assistance.
Once the Fire Danger Period begins, no burning off is permitted without a Permit to Burn, which can be applied for through Fire Permits Victoria.
Fire Danger Period information:
- A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. Apply at firepermits.vic.gov.au.
- Lighting fires in the open without a permit can attract penalties of more than $21,800 and/or 12 months imprisonment.
- Farmers can find legal guidelines and practical advice at cfa.vic.gov.au/farms.
- For a full list of restrictions, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.