Travelling in the country during the bushfire season can put you at risk. Recognize the warning signs, and learn what to do to keep safe.
Fire Danger Ratings:
Every day during the Fire Danger Season, Fire Danger Ratings are issued for each District. These ratings are not predictors of how likely a bushfire is to occur, but how dangerous it could be if it did occur.
To find your District, Rating, or if it's a fire ban by calling the Bushfire Info Hotline 1300362361, or through the CFS phone app, or on the CFS website www.cfs.sa.gov.au
Camping & Bushwalking
Leaving a bushfire prone area early, before a fire starts is always the safest option for your survival.
If camping, ask where the nearest Bushfire Safe Place is, and what is the Bushfire Survival Plan.
Be careful using generators and make sure you understand the restrictions on fires and barbeques.
Be responsible with your camp fire. Check fire ban rating. Clear 3m area surrounding camp fire.
Avoid bushwalking on fire danger days, but if you are caught in a bushfire, don't try to out run the flames. Head for a natural fire break, e.g. rocky outcrop. Keep away from high ground in the path of the fire. Cover yourself or shelter behind a solid object (e.g. large rock) for protection of radiant heat.
Cars are a dangerous place to be during a bushfire, as they offer little protection from radiant heat and driving conditions are often difficult and stressful.
Bushfires often jump roads so find an alternative route if you are confronted by a bushfire. If you become trapped, try to find clear ground away from any dense vegetation and stay in your vehicle with closed windows, closed vents and engine off. Shelter on floor under woolen blankets for protection. Stay in vehicle until fire has passed.
Prevent your car from starting fires by parking away from, and not driving through long grass, and cleaning dried grasses from under your car when driving off road.
Fire Danger Ratings:
Every day during the Fire Danger Season, Fire Danger Ratings are issued for each District. These ratings are not predictors of how likely a bushfire is to occur, but how dangerous it could be if it did occur.
To find your District, Rating, or if it's a fire ban by calling the Bushfire Info Hotline 1300362361, or through the CFS phone app, or on the CFS website www.cfs.sa.gov.au
Camping & Bushwalking
Leaving a bushfire prone area early, before a fire starts is always the safest option for your survival.
If camping, ask where the nearest Bushfire Safe Place is, and what is the Bushfire Survival Plan.
Be careful using generators and make sure you understand the restrictions on fires and barbeques.
Be responsible with your camp fire. Check fire ban rating. Clear 3m area surrounding camp fire.
Avoid bushwalking on fire danger days, but if you are caught in a bushfire, don't try to out run the flames. Head for a natural fire break, e.g. rocky outcrop. Keep away from high ground in the path of the fire. Cover yourself or shelter behind a solid object (e.g. large rock) for protection of radiant heat.
Cars are a dangerous place to be during a bushfire, as they offer little protection from radiant heat and driving conditions are often difficult and stressful.
Bushfires often jump roads so find an alternative route if you are confronted by a bushfire. If you become trapped, try to find clear ground away from any dense vegetation and stay in your vehicle with closed windows, closed vents and engine off. Shelter on floor under woolen blankets for protection. Stay in vehicle until fire has passed.
Prevent your car from starting fires by parking away from, and not driving through long grass, and cleaning dried grasses from under your car when driving off road.
