Bushfires NT (BFNT) and the Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service (NTFRS) have declared a Fire Danger Period for areas within the following weather forecast districts: Tanami North, Tanami South, Arnhem West and Arnhem East.
Furthermore, the existing Fire Danger Period that was originally in place from 17 July 2025 to 4 October 2025 for the following districts: Carpentaria West, Daly South, Katherine Fire Protection Zone, Gregory North-West and Gregory South-East has been extended.
All above mentioned districts will now remain under a declared Fire Danger Period until 31 October 2025.
In addition, Carpentaria East, Barkly North and Barkly South Fire Weather Forecast Districts remain under a declared Fire Danger Period from Friday 01 August 2025 to Friday 31 October 2025.
Authorities urge all Territorians to stay prepared to protect lives, property, and the
environment by:
Reviewing your bushfire survival plan and ensuring all household members
understand it.Ensuring firebreaks are maintained at least 4 metres wide.Familiarising yourselves with the Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) and Australian Warning System (AWS).Staying informed via SecureNT, ABC Radio, and official BFNT and NTFRS social
media.Report fires to 000 immediately - don't rely on someone else to do it.
There are also changes to permit requirements within the prescribed area:
No new burn permits will be issued in Emergency Response Areas (ERAs) during the Fire Danger Period.Permits are required in Fire Management Zones (FMZs) during this period.Fire Protection Zone (FPZ) residents must have permits year-round.
