Grass fires are a major concern for the Mid Coast area heading into the 2021-22 bushfire season, said NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Mid Coast district officer, Kirsty Channon.
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The additional grass growth across the Mid Coast region this year means added risk for this season's official bushfire danger period, which commenced on Wednesday, September 1.
The Mid Coast RFS brigades have been "keeping on their toes" with the warm and windy weather that the area has been experiencing, Kirsty said.
The brigades were called to a number of grass fires over the weekend, which Kirsty said is a "timely reminder" to the community to get prepared.
On Monday September 20, all fire permits were suspended in the Mid Coast district.
If in doubt, don't light them.
- Mid Coast RFS district manager, Kirsty Channon
Some areas in the Mid Coast are at a lower risk due to previous burns, however Kirsty warned the community the risk is still there and preparation is key.
"You should review your bushfire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary," Mid Coast RFS said.
Mid Coast RFS brigades held their 'Get ready' campaign over the weekend of September 11 and 12.
Information and videos relating to the campaign and how you can get bushfire ready can be found on Mid Coast district RFS social media and on the NSW RFS website.
For current information on fires in the area visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au or download the Fires Near Me app for smartphones.
If you see a fire and no fire trucks in attendance call triple zero (000) immediately.
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