THE NSW Rural Fire Service is urging residents of the Carrathool and Hay local government areas to prepare for the upcoming fire season, with October 1 being the official start of the statutory bushfire danger period.
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RFS district manager Superintendent Kevin Adams said residents were urged to complete a bushfire survival plan and ensure all members of the household would know what to do on days of increased fire danger and if their home is being threatened by fire.
"Residents should prepare their property by removing flammable materials from their yards, clearing gutters of leaves, checking hoses and, where appropriate, conduct hazard reduction activities," Supt Adams said.
"While it is important to continue hazard reduction, we have all seen the devastation that bush fires can bring to a community, so I strongly urge people to exercise caution when carrying out these activities," he said.
"With summer conditions becoming more conductive to the spread of fire, people need to be extremely careful when using fire.
"If a fire escapes, it is essential to call 000 immediately so that emergency services can respond accordingly and minimise the damage."
Residents can ask their local Fire Control Centre for assistance in carrying out safe hazard reduction burns and for advice about whether they need a bushfire hazard reduction certificate.
To check fire danger ratings for your area, visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.
