Bushfires, trees and houses

A bushfire can be one of the most terrifying of all natural phenomena - particularly when it is threatening houses, and especially your home.

Many people worry that ornamental trees and shrubs in their garden increase the danger to their house during a bushfire.

They are also concerned about native bushland close to houses.

Flammable trees, shrubs, and dead plant material near a house can be dangerous, and burning embers can start spot fires ahead of a wildfire, but properly planned and managed gardens may actually reduce the danger from bushfires.

This Primefact covers the following topics:

• Check with the local brigade
• Planning for a new house
• Trees to avoid