The NSW Rural Fire Service has implemented a total fire ban across the state from Wednesday until Saturday.
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The forecast weather conditions are expected to increase the bushfire risk around NSW.
"There are currently more than 100 fires burning across NSW and more hot, dry and windy conditions expected, there is an increased risk to the community this week", NSW RFS Deputy Commissioner Rob Rogers said.
"The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts are indicating widespread areas of severe and higher fire danger over coming days.
"Due to this increased fire risk a state wide total fire ban will be in place from midnight tonight until midnight Saturday night to reduce the potential of any further fires in the landscape.
"Under these conditions the risk of fire is significant and we ask people to ensure that both their family and their property are prepared."
Deputy Commissioner Rogers has urged people to prepare their properties.
The RFS recommend;
- Trimming overhanging trees and shrubs
- Mowing lawn and removing cut grass
- Removing material that can burn from around your home
- Clearing and removing all debris and leaves from the gutters surrounding your home
- Preparing a hose or hoses that can reach all around your house
"It's important to not only make but discuss your bushfire survival plan so you will know what you and your loved ones will do in the event a fire threatens," Deputy Commissioner Rogers said.
"Drink plenty of water, keep cool, take care of others and have a plan."
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The RFS publishes a guide to assist people at www.myfireplan.com.au.
People who spot unattended fires should report them to triple zero (000).
The total fire ban begins at midnight on Wednesday and continues until midnight on Saturday.
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