Are you bushfire ready?
As we find ourselves in the middle of bushfire season it’s crucial for tenants to be well-prepared and informed about bushfire safety measures. Here’s a comprehensive guide on being bushfire ready informed by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
3. Prepare your Property: • Keep your property well-maintained by mowing regularly, removing weeds, racking up leaf litter and removing shrubs under trees. • If you notice your gutters are full of leaf litter, or there are overhanging branches causing a fire hazard, call our maintenance hotline on 1800 203 383. • If using a barbeque this Summer, make sure it is kept away from flammable materials and you do not leave it unattended.
1. Stay Informed: • Regularly check local news, radio broadcasts, and the DFES website for bushfire updates and alerts. • Familiarise yourself with the Fire Danger Ratings to gauge the level of risk on any given day. • Be aware of Total Fire Bans which are declared on days when fires are most likely to threaten lives and homes – during Total Fire Bans it is illegal to light an open-air fire.
4. Know where to go for more information: • DFES provides valuable guidelines to help residents stay safe during bushfire seasons. Know how to access their website, phone lines, social media channels, and mobile apps to stay updated and access valuable information during bushfire events.
2. Develop a Bushfire Plan: • Create a bushfire plan for your household, including evacuation routes, meeting points, and emergency contacts. The DFES website provides a guide on how to do this. • Discuss and practice the plan with your family members or housemates.
DFES Website: www.dfes.wa.gov.au/ Alerts and Warnings: emergency.wa.gov.au/ Emergency Information: 13 3337
Remember, early preparation is key to ensuring the well-being of yourself, your loved ones, and your property in the face of potential bushfire threats.
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