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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald

Fire danger period begins this week as 'potentially dangerous' season ahead

The bushfire danger period will begin on September 1 in the Hunter as emergency services warn of a hot, dry season ahead.

Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter will begin the bushfire danger period a month ahead of the rest of the region. During the danger period, permits are required for burning activities.

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