04/03/2026
With a High Fire Danger rating forecast across the East Coast, Midlands, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, Central Plateau and Western Districts tomorrow (Thursday), there’s a few things we can all do to stay safe.
🤔 Think carefully and be cautious if lighting a campfire or using machinery.
🔥 Check recent fires on your property, including fire pits and other outdoor fires, are fully extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.
🤝 Prepare your property and have a bushfire plan: https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/
📲 If you do see any signs of fire re-igniting such as smoke and flames, call Triple Zero (000).
➡️ Stay up-to-date with changing conditions in your area: https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/fire-danger-rating/
📓 Fire Permits are required across the state, to obtain a permit submit an application online at www.fire.tas.gov.au or free call
1800 000 699.
➡️ Keep up to date with warnings and information on the TasALERT app or at TasALERT.com, or by listening to ABC Local Radio.
➡️ For more information on how to prepare for bushfires, visit https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/