 Is it safe to burn off during the fire season? CFA declares fire danger periods by municipalities across Victoria during periods of increased fire risk. Total fire ban days are also declared by CFA on days when fires are likely to spread rapidly and can be difficult to control. During fire danger periods, burning off is prohibited unless you have a written permit. On total fire ban days, burning off is banned and permits suspended for the duration of the total fire ban. Any existing burn-offs, including those that were allowed under an exemption or permit for the fire danger period, are prohibited and must be completely extinguished before the total fire ban begins. Illegal burning off carries large fines and can include up to 24 months imprisonment. To learn more about burn-offs and permits during fire danger periods and total fire ban days, please visit cfa.vic.gov.au for slash burn-off.