•  Clear gutters of leaves, twigs, bark and other debris which could catch fire. Remove overhanging branches.
•  Clear all dry timber, vegetation, litter and rubbish from around the dwelling. Clear undergrowth from around fences.
•  Clear the fire break around all buildings, usually a minimum of 10m. If possible and practical, clear a 2m firebreak between your boundary and the surrounding bush.
•  Water the garden regularly. Keep grass around the house mown and well watered.
•  Do not store flammable liquids around or under the house.
•  Fit wire (not fibreglass) screens to windows, doors, and vents. Seal all cracks and eaves. Close in open eaves and the space under the house.
•  Have hoses, buckets, plugs for down pipes and other fire fighting equipment ready. Connect a hose that will reach all corners of the house.
•  Have a list of things that you could take if you were evacuated.
•  Develop an emergency fire plan with your family.
•  Report all fires to 000

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