Bushfires are scary and stressful. Understanding what to expect and having a plan about what you will do can help you cope if you get caught.
Bushfire behaviour: Once a fire is burning, its behaviour is determined by three main factors: fuel, weather and topography.
High fire danger days: Understand what to do on a high fire danger day, which is a day with a fire danger rating of Extreme or Catastrophic.
During a bushfire checklist: Learn about what to expect at each stage of a bushfire, and what you can do to stay safe.
Stay informed using multiple sources:
- Subscribe to bushfire warnings
- Check Facebook @CountryFireService and Twitter @CFSalerts
- Listen for emergency warnings and have a battery powered radio in case power or your mobile service goes out
- Call the Information Hotline 1800 362 361 (TTY 133 677)
- Talk to friends, family and neighbours
- Download the AlertSA app