Writing a Bushfire Survival Plan Tarpeena

You and your family's safety and survival during a bushfire will depend on how prepared you are, and the decisions you make.

There are 7 keys to surviving a bushfire that we recommend you review as part of developing your Bushfire Survival Plan:

1. Writing and practicing your Bushfire Survival Plans
   Your plan is central to your survival
2. Understanding bushfire behaviour
   It is important to understand the characteristics and behaviour of bushfires. They are influenced by vegetation, topography and climate.
3. Recognising days of high fire danger
   Bushfires can be more dangerous on certain days. Learn to recognise the characteristics and terminology of these days.
4. Preparing your home and property
   Even if your Plan is to leave early, a well-prepared home is more likely to survive a bushfire.
5. Creating emergency kits
   Kits keep all the things you will need together and accessible. Create:
   • Relocation Kit - things to take with you
   • Survival Kit - what you need to help survive the day
   • Recovery Kit - what you need for the 24-48 hours after a fire.
6. Acting on days of high fire danger
   Put your preparation and plans into action on high fire danger days.
7. Consider your physical and emotional preparation
   It's important to be realistic about what you can and can't do. Ensure you and your family understand fully what a bushfire can mean in terms of fear, stress and threat to personal life.