A total fire ban has been declared for all of NSW.
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The ban which begins at midnight on Friday, will continue through Saturday.
Temperatures around Griffith and the MIA are expected to reach 44 degrees on both days.
A total fire ban means no fires are permitted out in the open and all fire permits are suspended until the end of the ban.
Gas and electric barbecues can still be used provided there is a responsible adult supervising and a garden hose connected to a sustainable water source is nearby.
The fire danger rating for the NSW RFS MIA district is moderate on Friday.
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The RFS publishes a guide to assist people prepare their bushfire plan 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 11.59pm on Saturday.
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