#BushfireSafetyWeek step three: PREPARE YOUR HOME Have you - TopicsExpress



          

#BushfireSafetyWeek step three: PREPARE YOUR HOME Have you taken steps to ensure your property could withstand a bushfire? Is your home fire safe? Remember, survival during a bushfire is highly dependent on how well prepared you are before an event. Consider taking the below actions and watch the video available in the link below to prepare yourself and your property for a potential bushfire emergency. #GetReadyQld - Clear space and undergrowth from around buildings, particularly long grass. - Ensure your property has cleared access for fire trucks. - Remove fire hazards, including accelerants like rubbish or garden waste. - Fill in gaps around windows and door frames. - Keep flammable materials and fuels way from your house. - Clean your gutters. - Consider if you need to slash or burn growth on your property. Contact your local Fire Warden if you plan on lighting a fire. -Consider if you need to construct fire breaks to provide a protective buffer for properties that back on to bushland.
Posted on: Wed, 11 Jun 2014 20:49:12 +0000

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