The CFA has announced the fire danger period across the Geelong region will end earlier than expected, after a significant change in fire conditions in recent weeks.
Fire restrictions will be lifted across the Geelong, Surf Coast and Golden Plains local government areas from Monday.
CFA Deputy Chief Officer of South-West Adrian Gutsche said the cooler and wetter conditions recently has prompted the early finish to the fire danger period.
“We encourage people to exercise caution once restrictions are lifted,” Mr Gutsche said.
“All burning off must be conducted in compliance with municipal local laws.
“There was real potential in the region for fires prior to this due to the late onset of summer, several high fire danger days and considerable drying of all available fuels.
“Communities have really played their part by being vigilant and understanding the risk to ensure there were no damaging fires that could have put us at risk.
“We’re urging everyone to stay safe, whether you’re living in or travelling to high bushfire risk areas.
“Please monitor the conditions on hot, dry and windy days, as we may still see some days of elevated fire risk.”
The end of the fire danger period will be an opportunity for some landowners to burn-off again, however planned burns will need to still be registered with Fire Permits Victoria.
