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CFA issues a warning to farmers cutting crops https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/cfa-issues-a-warning-to-farmers-cutting-crops?redirect=%2Frss%3Fp_p_id%3Dcom_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_vXGNS5ttbYGI%26p_p_lifecycle%3D2%26p_p_state%3Dnormal%26p_p_mode%3Dview%26p_p_resource_id%3DgetRSS%26p_p_cacheability%3DcacheLevelPage&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter …pic.twitter.com/Fv5kEYxWX1

Fire Danger Ratings tell us how bad a fire would be if one were to start. With the weather warming up it's important for you to check ratings for your area daily by visiting http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/fireratings pic.twitter.com/6XPdGoIcfA

A campfire that hasn’t been extinguished properly can re-ignite and cause a lot of damage to the surrounding environment. Make sure if you’re packing up camp this long weekend to extinguish your campfire properly before your leaving your site! http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can pic.twitter.com/QhPb5qKhl7

Station Doggos Sandy and Bixby are showing their suppawt for both teams today! It would be pretty ruff if CFA has to turn up to your celebrations today so make sure you take care around the BBQ - we'd hate to see a GIANT fire ROAR out of control. pic.twitter.com/aUqeNQEAWt

Dandenong factory fire brought under control https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/dandenong-factory-fire-brought-under-control?redirect=%2Frss%3Fp_p_id%3Dcom_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_vXGNS5ttbYGI%26p_p_lifecycle%3D2%26p_p_state%3Dnormal%26p_p_mode%3Dview%26p_p_resource_id%3DgetRSS%26p_p_cacheability%3DcacheLevelPage&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter …pic.twitter.com/CuSAqTGJFz

The factory fire in Dandenong is now under control thanks to crews from CFA and @MFB_NEWS - the community should be aware there is still smoke in the area. More info https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/dandenong-factory-fire-brought-under-control …pic.twitter.com/NnBkMoUfu2

The most common cause of harvester fires is material collecting on hot engine components. CFA Deputy Chief Officer Gavin Freeman takes you through some simple tips to minimise the risk of a harvest-related fire starting on your property pic.twitter.com/gNBud7gB4G

Camping this long weekend? East Gippsland is now in the Fire Danger Period which means there are Fire Restrictions. Make sure you’ve brushed up on what you can and can’t do when spending time in the great outdoors during Fire Season. http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can pic.twitter.com/hVSoJRwYjS

With Victoria’s road toll worse than this time last year, our road rescue capability is vital to help those in need. TAC has boosted CFA & @vicsesnews ability to save lives with the purchase of new tools and training delivery. Please take care on the roads this long weekend.pic.twitter.com/AYqF8jvX5X

Spontaneous ignition is the leading cause of haystack fire in Victoria, and just one damp bale is enough to ignite a haystack. CFA Deputy Chief Officer Gavin Freeman takes you through some ways to prevent haystack fires starting on your property pic.twitter.com/bdpCTYOmG8

Lilydale house destroyed by fire https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/house-destroyed-in-fire-at-lilydale?redirect=%2Frss%3Fp_p_id%3Dcom_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_vXGNS5ttbYGI%26p_p_lifecycle%3D2%26p_p_state%3Dnormal%26p_p_mode%3Dview%26p_p_resource_id%3DgetRSS%26p_p_cacheability%3DcacheLevelPage&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter …pic.twitter.com/qvA6NjUAnR

Spate of fires prompt haystack warning https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/spate-of-fires-prompt-haystack-warning?redirect=%2Frss%3Fp_p_id%3Dcom_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_vXGNS5ttbYGI%26p_p_lifecycle%3D2%26p_p_state%3Dnormal%26p_p_mode%3Dview%26p_p_resource_id%3DgetRSS%26p_p_cacheability%3DcacheLevelPage&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter …pic.twitter.com/CwuMCKZ7hH

The Fire Danger Period will commence tomorrow, Monday the 23rd of September, at 0100 hours in the following municipalities. • East Gippsland Shire Council Make sure you know what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period by visiting http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can  @egscpic.twitter.com/Ym44wvDdjd

Have you prepared your property for the Fire Danger Period? Once it is declared, Fire Restrictions come into force and permits for lighting a fire in the open air will apply. Understand what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period by visiting http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can pic.twitter.com/Xe0IPxBGSX

If you're planning a burn-off this weekend make sure it is registered by calling 1800 668 511. Once the Fire Danger Period comes into force, burning-off will require a permit. Find out more about burning-off by visiting http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/burnoff pic.twitter.com/qfT590sR56

Seeing smoke in the air? It may be a planned burn! Our colleagues over at @FFMVic have developed a new site that makes it easier to find out when and where planned burns will take place, and you can be notified if a burn is planned near you http://ffm.gov.au/plannedburn pic.twitter.com/PrBcvDYImS

There's nothing like the smell of freshly mown grass, and with a few sunny days coming up it's the perfect time to tidy up before the Fire Danger Period! Keeping your grass cut to <10cm is just one way to prepare your property. Find out the others at http://cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare  pic.twitter.com/hw4dwpccEA

It was all smiles yesterday as our crews started to return home from Queensland Commander Dave Maxwell was part of the interagency team providing vital assistance to crews as they fight the state's bushfires. We think his family was pretty happy to have him home!pic.twitter.com/1vFQNUJDWL

Echuca Fire Brigade has honoured long-serving member Alan 'Pa' Eley by naming their Medium Pumper after him. Pa has been involved in the wider Victorian fire service since 1944, and continues to today. : Echuca Fire Brigadepic.twitter.com/c0BUEHvV4M

Planning a burn-off this weekend? Make sure you: Check local council restrictions Register your burn-off at 1800 668 511 Check the weather forecast on the day Have an adequate supply of water on hand to extinguish your burn http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can pic.twitter.com/PZyE9xQvXL