 Here in Victoria, we have more moisture than average in the soil across the state and with the weather phenomenon on La Niña, likely to bring above average rainfall across Victoria this summer. This soil moisture will persist in many areas, which is good news as it means average fire potential across the state. Significant grass growth means grass fires are likely to be one of the biggest risks in Victoria this season. If your property is next to grassland and a fire starts near your home, walk two streets back and keep clear of responding fire trucks. Victorian forests may well remain damp enough to experience average below average fire activity, but even in a normal fire season this can be dangerous, so there is no room for complacency. We urge anyone enjoying our forest parks and reserves to be extremely careful when using fires in the landscape. If you're lighting a campfire this summer, make sure you never leave unattended and that you put it out properly with water before you leave, as these can cause devastating bush fires.