Advice regarding weather conditions and fire danger

Published on 20 December 2019

Fire danger ratings

The Rural Fire Service issues information about fire danger ratings and fire bans. You can view ratings for today and tomorrow on the RFS website. During a total fire ban, no fires can be lit in the open and no fire permits are issued. 

Impact of bushfire smoke on health

Smoke can cause a range of health problems, particularly for people with asthma or lung conditions. To minimise the impact of bushfire smoke, NSW Health recommends people stay indoors and avoid rigorous exercise if possible. For more information, visit the Bushfire Smoke page on the NSW Health website. To view the current and forecast air quality readings, visit the Air Quality Index page on the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment website. 

Parks closures

• For more information about NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service parks closures, please visit the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service website.

Emergency information

To report a fire emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. If you are deaf or have a hearing impairment, you can call 106.

Further information

For more information:

• Check the RFS Fires Near Me page for incidents
• Listen to local media, including ABC 702 AM
• Check social media such as NSW RFS Facebook and NSW RFS Twitter
• Call the Bush Fire Information Line - 1800 679 737
• If you are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech impairment, contact the RFS through the National Relay Service 
  • TTY users phone 1800 555 677 then ask for 1800 679 737
  • Speak and Listen users phone 1800 555 727 then ask for 1800 679 737
  • Internet relay users connect to the NRS then ask for 1800 679 737
  • To report a fire or emergency (TTY users only), access TTY 106.

You can also visit our Sun and Heat page for tips on how to prepare for heat.