Fire Danger Ratings Fire Danger Ratings describe the potential level of danger should a bushfire start. They provide important information so that people can take action to protect themselves and others from the potentially dangerous impacts of bushfires.
Fire Danger Period The CFA restricts the use of fire in the community during the Fire Danger Period. The Fire Danger Period will commence in Nillumbik at 1am on Monday 9 January 2023 and will remain until Monday 1 May 2023 unless stated otherwise.Find out what this means in Nillumbik.
Preparing your property for fire Learn more about burning off, the rules for reducing vegetation around your home, and our fire hazard inspection program, including Fire Prevention Notices.
How Council prepares for fire We undertake an extensive bushfire prevention and preparation program throughout the year to mitigate the threat of bushfire to life, property and the environment.
During emergencies Put your emergency plan into action, and find out what Council does during an emergency.
Extreme heat and heatwaves Find out how to prepare for extreme heat and what to do if you are affected.