Ep183 - From the Archives: Fire Ban Seasons with the CFS

20/10/2025 47 min
Ep183 - From the Archives: Fire Ban Seasons with the CFS

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They're our hot weather heroes - fighting the flames and forewarning the community of dangerous conditions. While every state and territory have a rural fire service of their own, Ben and Lauren chat with Phil from the South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) and extinguish any confusion around Fire Ban Seasons.From considerations in campfire cooking, to seeking the right refuge – in this heated throwback episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Phil cools the coals and clarifies all regulations that are relevant to travellers and tourers during the Fire Danger periods.00:00 – Intro00:50 – Introducing Phil from the CFS01:43 – Gas Stove Regulations04:16 – Travelling During the High Season08:17 – Radios09:14 – Protection in Bushfire-Risk Zones13:08 – Bushfire Refuges18:04 – Travelling on Foot20:36 – Identifying a Fire22:59 – The Fire Ban Season: Unpacked28:03 – Braziers and Above-Ground Fires29:20 – Comfort Fires29:57 – Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Legislation32:15 – “Gas” Stove Terminology33:33 – Use of Gas Appliances35:30 – Generators37:45 – Induction Cooktops40:00 – Extinguishing a Fire45:08 – Find Out More or Get Involved!Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au