Remaining municipalities in south-east to enter Fire Danger Period

• Bass Coast Shire Council 

• Cardinia Shire Council 

• City of Casey 

• Frankston City 

• French Island 

• Greater Dandenong City Council 

• Kingston City Council 

• Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 

Residents in these areas are encouraged to use this time to prepare their properties ahead of the Fire Danger Period (FDP). This includes cleaning up dry grass, leaves, and other flammable materials, as well as completing safe private burn-offs while they are still permitted.   

Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer for District 8, Sean Kerr, stressed the importance of taking early action as conditions continue to dry across the region.  

“Now is the time for residents to act by clearing around their homes and ensuring any private burn-offs are completed safely before restrictions come into effect,” he said.  

“Even though grasslands might still look green in some areas, we are seeing historical levels of soil dryness underneath that.  

“After much consultation, there was strong support for introducing the fire danger period now to keep our communities as safe as possible,” he added. 

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. 

By registering your burn-off online, you allow emergency call takers to allocate more of their time taking calls from people who need emergency assistance immediately. 

No burning off is permitted during the FDP without a Permit to Burn, which can be applied for through the Fire Permits Victoria website. 

Fire Danger Period information: 

A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. You can apply for a permit at firepermits.vic.gov.au.