It will also begin on the same day in Moira Shire and the Greater City of Shepparton.
CFA District 22 assistant chief fire officer Tony Owen said now was the time for residents to be aware of the conditions around them.
“While we’ve had a lot of recent rain, it has been fluctuating and soil conditions in the north-east are still dry and a lot higher than previous years,” he said.
“There is a great deal of fuel out there and we’re predicting a summer of grassfires.
“We’re asking people to keep an eye out on the VicEmergency App and CFA website, to be aware of the fire danger ratings and to know what their plan is should a fire event arise.
“If you can take the time this week to finalise preparing your properties, we strongly suggest you do so, whether that is reducing vegetation around your property or clearing your gutters.”
Across the rest of the state, a warmer-than-average spring with an uncertain rainfall outlook is expected.
No burning off is permitted during the fire danger period without a Permit to Burn, which can be applied for through the Fire Permits Victoria website.
Fire danger period information
• A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. You can apply for a permit at firepermits.vic.gov.au. It can also be issued by the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer or the CFA District Office.
• Lighting fires in the open without a permit can bring a penalty of more than $21,800 and/or 12 months’ imprisonment. For a full list of conditions, visit cfa.vic.gov.au/can
• Farmers can find legal guidelines and practical advice at cfa.vic.gov.au/farms
• More information about FDPs is available at cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod
• To find out what you can and can’t do during the FDP, visit cfa.vic.gov.au/can or call VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.
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