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As we lead up to summer it's time to start getting ready for what seems to be a regular occurrence that is getting worse each year - bush fires. The internet is a great place to access the information you need to help your prepare for the worst and what to do if you have the misfortune of having your property threatened by fire.
Recently the CSIRO recorded an interview with Justin Leonard in which he detailed ways you can prepare your home and surroundings for fire. This short PodCast suggests many simple ways you can better protect your home. If you like this interview, you can subscribe to the full CSIROpod for regular insights into a range of interesting topics.
The NSW RFS Bush Fire Wise guide is a quick to read list of some obvious and not-so-obvious ways to protect your home before, during and after a fire. This is a "must read" for anyone who lives near bush land.
Please start thinking about how you can prepare for fires this summer. If you have any queries or concerns, drop by the Kurrajong fire shed any Monday night where there are always plenty of members who will volunteer their advice.