The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will finish at 1.00am on Monday, 22 March in the following municipalities in CFA's District 13:
- City of Knox
- City of Manningham (CFA area)
- City of Maroondah (CFA area)
- Yarra Ranges Council (CFA area)
According to the latest Australian Seasonal Outlook, above average summer rainfall has led to a reduced bushfire risk for autumn.
These conditions have led to a reduced fire activity in both grasslands and forests this summer.
Much of Victoria will continue to experience milder conditions and lower bushfire potential over the coming months.
CFA District 13 Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer Colin Brown said the grass is too green in some areas within the District for fire to be sustained.
"Meanwhile other areas may see low intensity fire sustained with low flame heights and controlled with minimal effort," he said.
A/ACFO Brown emphasised that while the FDP is coming to an end in some areas, it is still important to remain vigilant.
"We're urging everyone to stay safe, whether you're living in or travelling to high bushfire risk areas," he said.
"Please monitor the conditions on hot, dry and windy days, as we may still see some days of elevated fire risk."
While the Fire Danger Period will come to an end, it is still important that residents check the local conditions are safe for any burn-off they were considering undertaking.
"You must register your burn-offs, check weather conditions and follow local council laws and regulations," A/ACFO Brown said.
"Registering your burn-off ensures that if somebody reports smoke, the incident will be cross-checked with the burn-off register, which will then prevent CFA crews wasting resources and showing up at your door."
Landowners can now register their burn-off online at www.firepermits.vic.gov.au.
