Extreme fire danger rating and total fire ban - Monday 23 December
A fire danger rating of extreme has been forecast for Mondayt 23 December.
The following areas will be closed today:
- Council bushland reserves.
- Bushwalking tracks (except for parts of the Solander Track – contact Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden Visitor Centre for details).
- Fire trails.
- Mountain bike tracks.
The Visitor Centre, Caley’s Pavilion, picnic areas and playgrounds at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden remain open, as do picnic areas, playgrounds and other facilities at St Ives Showground.
A total fire ban is also in effect. This means:
- No fires may be lit or maintained in the open.
- No hot works (eg welding, grinding etc) may be carried out in the open.
- The use of gas and electric barbecues is permitted, but only under strict conditions.
Visit RFS to learn more