How well do you know fire?
Find out how you can plan and prepare for the fire season. Get started today with our Online Fire Planner.
Fires are a part of life in Victoria
Victoria is one of the most fire prone areas in the world. All Victorians need to know how to plan for, and respond to fire. How you respond will change depending on your situation. By taking the time to prepare, you can reduce your risk and help keep you and your loved ones safe.
Stay informed
One of the most important things you can do during fire season is to stay informed. Vic Emergency has up to date information and warnings across the state.
Download the VicEmergency app and visit the website.
Create a fire plan
If you live near areas that have significant bush, forest, long grass, or coastal scrub, then you need to have a fire plan.
Get started with our Online Fire Planner
Getting started is easy and you can create a basic plan in as little as 10 minutes.
For more information on preparing for bushfire and grassfires, visit the CFA website.
Plan. Act. Survive.
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Plan and prepare for fire
Having a fire plan and preparing your property now could save your life. Get started today with our Online Fire Planner.
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Am I at risk of fire?
Information about the risk of bushfire and grassfire in different areas of Victoria and how to find out the risk of fire for where you are.
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Be emotionally prepared for fire
It is normal to feel stressed and worried during this time of year, and this may be worse for people who have been affected by bushfires in the past.
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We work as one for emergencies
Victoria’s emergency services work together to provide critical emergency information to the community.
How well do you know fire? - translated information
The ‘How well do you know fire?’ campaign helps to educate Victorians about how to plan and prepare for the fire season. Translated information is available in a range of languages.
Updated 15 November 2023
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