CFA District 22 commander Pete Dedman said people who lived out of town in areas where they were allowed to burn-off, should notify the CFA of their intentions first.
This means that if someone reports smoke in that area, firefighters will know if it is a fire they need to attend, or a burn-off.
Mr Dedman said landholders should call the burn-off line on 1800 668 511 to register their burn – providing details including the day and time they plan to do the burn-off, the address, the size of the fire and what is being burnt.
He also said that under the Summary Offences Act, those who were allowed to burn off needed to either be at the burn-off the whole time, or have a 3m-wide break around it.
They should also let adjoining landholders know of their plans.
He also urged people to be selective of the days they chose to do burn-offs, and to be mindful of any wind.
“The grass is just starting to dry out,” he said.
Mr Dedman also noted that not everyone was allowed to burn off, and people needed to check their council bylaws first.
More information about registering burn-offs can be found at cfa.vic.gov.au/contact/register-your-burn-off
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