Forestry, Wildlife and Parks Division advisory on dry season and bush fires

A bush fire in the Giraudel area last week (April 17th)

The Forestry, Wildlife and Parks Division wishes to advise the General public that we are now into the dry season or “Careme”.

In this regard, the Division asks that the public refrain from setting unnecessary and uncontrolled bush fires.

Bush fires are extremely dangerous, not only to human life and the environment but to our wildlife, affecting their food and habitat.

It is also important to remember that bush fires destroy native plant species and create conditions for the introduction and rapid spread of invasive species.

It can cause great destruction to soil life and nutrients, resulting in changes in the soil texture and physical conditions.

Based on the current Covid-19 situation, bush fires are considered very harmful to persons with underlying conditions. Furthermore, bush fires pose a serious threat to properties, especially in residential areas.

The Forestry, Wildlife and Parks Division, therefore seek the support of everyone to avoid and reduce the incidents of bush fires.

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1 Comment

  1. annoyed neighbour
    April 28, 2020

    Well, people who live near here had one today and it was well out of control. It’s still burning all now. They should put a ban on it, not just a request not to do it. People don’t listen. They should put a fine. So much went up in flames, now all the air is stinking and it’s not looking like that’s going to change for at least a day as it’s all smouldering and who knows what is going to happen to that flame next!

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