The Northern Areas Council area falls into the MID NORTH Fire Ban District.
The Fire Danger Season in the MID NORTH begun on the 1st November 2026 and is expected to conclude 30 April 2027.
These dates are declared after consideration of recommendations from the Mid North & Yorke Bushfire Management Committee and are subject to change. Fire restrictions under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 2005 apply during the dates of the Fire Danger Season. These restrictions apply to everyone, not just those living in high bushfire risk areas.
Preparing your Home
When preparing your home and property you need to be aware of many things, including:
- Building in bushfire prone areas;
- Home Fire Safety, including ember proofing your home, managing your garden to reduce fire hazards and fuel loads);
- Farm Fire Safety (if you live and/ or work on a farm);
- Native Vegetation Management;
- Pets and Livestock.
The CFS website is a great resource for you to obtain up to date information and advice on the topics listed above. Click HERE to access the information.
Fire Bans
To find out if a Total Fire Ban has been declared, click on the LINK for information relevant to the SA fire ban districts.
You can also contact the CFS Bushfire Information Hotline on 1300 362 361 if you require any further information regarding your district and Fire Ban.
Fire Restrictions during Fire Danger Season – What can I do?
During the Fire Danger Season there are strict controls on the lighting of fires and the use of certain tools in the open. The restrictions remain in place until the end of the Fire Danger Season.
To find out what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Season and on a Total Fire Ban day, click HERE