How many fires are there in NSW?
11,264 bush
Between July 2019 and 13 February 2020, the NSW Rural Fire Service reported that 11,264 bush or grass fires burnt 5.4 million hectares (13 million acres), destroyed 2,439 homes, and approximately 24 megalitres (5.3 million imperial gallons; 6.3 million US gallons) of fire retardant was used.
Which towns are affected by Australian bushfires?
Impact to towns of the 2019–20 Australian bushfire season
| Town/locality | Local government area | State |
|---|---|---|
| Clarence | City of Lithgow | New South Wales |
| Clouds Creek | Clarence Valley Council | New South Wales |
| Cobar Park | City of Lithgow | New South Wales |
| Cobargo | Bega Valley Shire Council | New South Wales |
What caused the bushfires in Australia 2021?
New South Wales On 10 October 2020, a bushfire began in the Royal National Park near Waterfall on Kangaroo Ridge, south of Sydney. The New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSWRFS) believes this started due to a spot fire from a hazard reduction burn on the other side of the Princes Highway.
Will it be hot this summer 2021 Australia?
2021 has been another warm year for Australia with most regions recording maximum temperatures above the long-term average. The warm trend will continue into the SWS with maximum temperatures from October 2021 to April 2022 likely to remain above average for most of Australia.
Which areas of Sydney are at risk of fire?
Greater Sydney Region Fire Area: 4
- The Hills.
- Blacktown.
- Blue Mountains.
- Burwood.
- Camden.
- Campbelltown.
- Canada Bay.
- Fairfield.
Is my house in bush fire zone NSW?
To confirm whether the lot is bush fire prone, you can check on the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate which can be obtained from the relevant Council. The Tool does not provide an assessment of the bush fire risk you may face on your property. Enter your address including house number, street and suburb or town.
How did the fire in Margaret River start?
The cause of the fire is still unknown. The bushfire started near the intersection of Caves Road and Calgardup Road in Boranup, almost 300km south of Perth. Watch and act and advice warnings were in place for other parts of the Augusta-Margaret River shire.
Is Margaret River fire under control?
MARGARET RIVER FIRE CONTAINED The fire has now been contained but remains at an emergency warning level and residents in Treeton and Osmington, about 20km north east of Margaret River have been warned they are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is still a threat to lives and homes.