Deputy Premier and Minister for Emergency Services Peter Ryan today urged Victorians to be vigilant against fire this winter when the likelihood of house fires can increase by up to 20 per cent.
The family of a five-year-old burns victim has pleaded with Victorians to make their homes fire safe this winter, the most common time of year for house fires.
Tomorrow night’s chat with the Chief may be the biggest yet, with members keen to discuss Personal Protective Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment.
MFB and CFA are concerned about a spate of fires in the last 24 hours and have issued a warning to people to make sure they are ready for the cold weather.