The Country Fire Authority (CFA)is encouraging fire preparation and fire survival planning through community fireguard groups among residents in Latrobe Valley.Neighbours and friends are requested to share and discuss the fire survival plans and practical measures to adopt in case of a serious bushfire in the vicinity. The CFA educates the public on the importance of community fire guard because in the event of a bushfire only a group can effectively deal with the defending or escape plans properly.

“Community Fireguard is not a group discussion on fighting fires – it’s about planning what to do in the event of a bushfire. It is also a great way to get to know your neighbours and find out what their plans are”, says John Henshaw, CFA facilitator for community fireguard. The duty of facilitators is to encourage and educate the public on fire preparation and survival through joint meeting.

Share and Enjoy:
  • Print
  • Digg
  • del.icio.us
  • Facebook
  • Mixx
  • Google Bookmarks
  • FriendFeed
  • Propeller
  • StumbleUpon
  • Technorati
  • Twitter
  • Yahoo! Buzz

Like this post? Subscribe to my RSS feed and get loads more!