The Prohibited Burning Time is now in effect across the Shire of Chittering.

Published on Monday, 2 December 2024 at 5:00:00 AM

The Prohibited Burning Time commenced on 1 December 2024. The following will be strictly prohibited:

All forms of burning or uncontrolled flame in the 'open air' are strictly prohibited ('open air' means any open place, yard, field or construction area which is not enclosed by a building or structure)
No lighting of camp fires, solid fuel BBQs, and wood fired pizza ovens or any uncontrolled flame in the open air in the Shire of Chittering

The likelihood of Harvest & Vehicle Movement Bans and Total Fire Bans increases during this period.

To keep up to date on when these bans are announced, here are some resources:

Current incidents and emergencies - www.emergency.wa.gov.au
Current Total Fire Bans - www.emergency.wa.gov.au/#totalfirebans
Sign up for SMS Warnings - https://www.chittering.wa.gov.au/services/emergency-services/smswarning.asp

Avoid activities in hot weather that could cause a spark, be prepared, always have a water source available.

Take care, prevent bushfires.

Fire Danger