Fire Danger Period commences

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) has officially commenced in the Mildura Rural City Council are.

The FDP commenced at 1:00am yesterday, Monday, 26 October 2026.

No burning off is permitted during the FDP without a Permit to Burn, which can be applied for through the Fire Permits Victoria website.  

Fire Danger Period information:  

• A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. You can apply for a permit at firepermits.vic.gov.au.  
• Lighting fires in the open without a permit can bring a penalty of more than $24,000 and/or 12 months imprisonment. For a full list of conditions, visit cfa.vic.gov.au/can  
• Farmers can find legal guidelines and practical advice at cfa.vic.gov.au/farms  
• More information about FDPs is available online at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod  
• To find out what you can and can’t do during FDP, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can or by calling VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.  

Fire restrictions to begin in Swan Hill 

In the Swan Hill Rural City Council, the Fire Danger Period (FDP) will commence at 1:00am on Monday, 2 November 2026.

Residents in the Swan Hill area are encouraged to use this time to prepare their properties ahead of the Fire Danger Period.  

For more information on preparing your property and understanding local fire restrictions, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au 

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