 Are you burning off safely? It's important that everyone prepares their property ahead of the fire season. Before burning off, you should check your council local laws for any restrictions. During the fire danger period, burning off is prohibited, unless a specific permit is obtained. Burning off during total fire band days is banned. It's important to always register your burn off on 1-800-668-511. Registering your burn off means any reports of smoke or fire can be checked and will reduce the chance that a fire brigade will be unnecessarily dispatched to your address. On the day of your burn off, check the weather forecast, have adequate water supply, monitor your burn and always extinguish your fire. To learn more about burning off and preparing your property, visit cfa.vic.gov.au forward slash burn off.