Do you live in a bushfire risk area or plan on travelling around regional Australia?

Australia's Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) has been improved and simplified to make it easier for you to make decisions to stay safe on days of high fire danger.

The move to a simpler system is backed by improvements in science, which will mean we can better predict areas of greater risk on days of fire danger.

The system is also being implemented across Australia, meaning wherever you are, you’ll be able to understand the level of threat and what you need to do to keep you and your family safe.

It’s important to take the time to understand the new system and update your 5 Minute Bushfire Plan to include the rating that will be your trigger to help you decide that it is time to leave bushfire risk areas.

To find out more, visit the SA Country Fire Service website.