Are there still bushfires in NSW?

By 4 March 2020 all fires in New South Wales had been extinguished completely (to the point where there were no fires in the state for the first time since July 2019), and the Victoria fires had all been contained. The last fire of the season occurred in Lake Clifton, Western Australia, in early May.

What is causing the smoke in Sydney today?

Smoke over Sydney this morning is from the large 3,000 hectare hazard reduction burn in the Blue Mountains. The smoke is expected to lift later today. Firefighters have made good progress with this burn, and will continue to monitor the burnt area over the coming days.

Are bushfires still in Australia?

From September 2019 until March 2020, when the final fire was extinguished, Australia had one of the worst bush fire seasons in its recorded history. 2019 had been the hottest record year for Australia, with the bushfire season starting in June 2019.

Can I have a fire in my backyard NSW?

NSW residents do not need approval for a backyard fire pit or barbeque. Fire pits and barbeques must only use dry seasoned wood, liquid petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas or preparatory barbecue fuel (including a small quantity of fire starter). Anything else that causes excessive smoke is not allowed.

What is the air quality in Sydney today?

Sydney Air Pollution: Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI)

Will the Australian bushfires happen again?

An inquiry into the recent massive bushfire disaster in Australia has found the country should expect “worse” in the years to come. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said on Tuesday: “The next fire season is already upon us.” …

How many firefighters were injured in the NSW Bushfires?

Five NSW firefighters were injured and dozens of properties have been damaged or destroyed by bushfires which had been exacerbated by heatwave conditions. NSW Rural Fire Service commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons described Saturday as “awful” for firefighters, with up to 20 homes lost to the immense Gospers Mountain fire northwest of Sydney alone.

Is there an emergency warning for bushfires near Perth?

An emergency warning has been issued for an out-of-control bushfire east of Perth. Firefighters in NSW will be given special training to try and help save wildlife caught up in bushfires. The battle to prepare for this year’s bushfire season is well underway with a critical program being used to keep firefighters safe.

What are the causes of bushfires in Australia?

The latest news and updates on bushfires burning across Australia, featuring 9News reporters on the ground monitoring the situation as firefighters tackle the blazes. The most common causes of bushfires in Australia include lighting strikes, trees falling on powerlines, arsonists, unintentional kindling…

Is there a bushfire in Forbes NSW?

The New South Wales Central West town of Forbes was warned to prepare for evacuation orders on Tuesday morning. An emergency warning has been issued for an out-of-control bushfire east of Perth. Firefighters in NSW will be given special training to try and help save wildlife caught up in bushfires.