What is a total fire ban?
A total fire ban is a ban on any fire in the open air, other than a built-in gas barbeque, as well as a ban on using any equipment in the open air that emits naked flames or sparks. A total fire ban is declared when bushfires are likely to be difficult or impossible to control, usually in summer between the months of November and March. For more information on total fire bans see the Tasmania Fire Service website.
