RV FEATURE

Unattended campfires , or campfires that haven ' t been extinguished properly , can turn into bushfires . According to Victoria ’ s Country Fire Authority , a campfire can reignite if left to smoulder under soil .

Before leaving your campsite , douse your fire in water and check that the ashes are cool to touch . If the ashes are cool to touch , it ’ s safe for you to leave . If the ashes are still warm , pour more water on the campfire until the ashes are cool .

Remember , not all campsites , national parks , etc ., allow campfires . Before lighting a fire , confirm that fires are allowed , and that it ’ s not a Total Fire Ban Day . If you ’ re not sure that fires are allowed , play it safe and don ’ t have one .

Never leave a campfire unattended . A responsible adult should stay within 50m of the fire at all times , always within line of sight , and have enough water on hand to extinguish the fire properly .

It should go without saying , but only ever use a purpose-built fireplace . If one is not available , the CFA recommends digging a trench at least 300mm deep .

Your campfire should not exceed one square metre , and an area of 3m above and around your fire must be clear of flammable material . Further , branches and logs placed on the fire must not be longer than 1m .

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