Fire prevention and restrictions Fire danger season Our area falls within the Mount Lofty Ranges fire ban district, which has a declared Fire Danger Season of 1 December to 30 April. Prepare your home and property Preparing and maintaining your property is a year-round responsibility. However, higher importance should be placed on maintenance in the lead up to and during the Fire Danger Season. Your bushfire survival plan A bushfire survival plan should outline the actions you will need to undertake should a bushfire threaten the area. Barbecues and fire risks During the Fire Danger Season, there are restrictions placed on the use of barbecues due to increased fire risks. Backyard burning restrictions Backyard burning during the Fire Danger Season (1 December - 30 April) is not permitted. During this period of time, there are several restrictions to reduce the risk of fire.
