Fire Readiness
The Mallee — including the Wimmera-Mallee and North Central fire districts — is high fire-risk country over summer. This page explains the Fire Danger Rating system and links straight to the live sources for today's rating, total fire ban status and property preparation guides.
This is a static page and can't show today's live rating — always check the CFA or VicEmergency directly for the current Fire Danger Rating and whether a Total Fire Ban is declared for the Mallee district.
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Know your Fire Danger Rating
The Fire Danger Rating tells you how dangerous a fire would be if one started — it's a forecast, not a description of an actual fire. It drives whether a Total Fire Ban is declared.
Fire danger is low. No restrictions in place from this rating alone.
Most fires can be controlled. Plan and prepare.
Fires can be controlled. Be ready to act.
Some fires will be uncontrollable and move quickly. Leaving early is the safest option.
For your survival, leaving early is the only safe option. Homes are not designed to withstand fires in these conditions.