Predicted higher temperatures and dry conditions this spring comes with an increased risk of fire for South Australian communities.
The Emergency Management Committee of State Cabinet this month met with Emergency Services agencies and the Bureau of Meteorology, with the Country Fire Service, to hear advice regarding the upcoming season.
The meeting was told of a likely continuation of below average rainfall for SA and a high chance of well above average temperatures across the state.
The CFS has flagged the far west, South East and mid west as areas of concern for fire in South Australia, with all landscapes expected to cure faster than usual during spring.
With lower than average fire activity in South Australia over the past few years, the government is determined to ensure landowners and residents have not become complacent and are prepared for the upcoming bushfire season.
The CFS will launch its annual ‘Be Bushfire Ready’ campaign at the end of this month, educating and supporting communities to stay safe – while targeting a rise in complacency after recent fire danger seasons.
The campaign will continue to target those living, working and travelling through bushfire risk areas, with digital, broadcast, print and social media used to reach a wide audience.
Greater awareness of Fire Danger Ratings and using the CFS website and Alert SA app to stay informed will also form a key part of the campaign.
Fire danger season dates for each region across SA will be determined over the coming weeks.
