Prohibited Burning Period Begins

Shire of Collie’s prohibited burning period for 2022-2023 will begin on Thursday the 15th of December 2022.
ALL FIRES including camp and cooking fires, bonfires, and fires in buckets or drums are now prohibited. The lighting of any fires during this time could attract penalties of up $250,000, or 14 years imprisonment. If you see any fire burning ring 000 to report immediately.
For full details view the Shire of Collie Firebreak Booklet and Fire Prevention Supplementary Information at https://www.collie.wa.gov.au/services/emergency-services/
Please note, the prohibited burning period for 2022-2023 is 15 December 2022 to 14 March 2023 but can be subject to change.
Take the time to talk to your family about your own Fire Plan and what you would do if you were impacted by a bush fire. Refer to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services website for further information and guides. www.dfes.wa.gov.au