Understanding why fires start and how they burn helps us prepare for and manage bushfires. We conduct ongoing research into fire behaviour and best practice fire management.
National parks and reserves in NSW have specific fire management strategies to help the National Parks and Wildlife Service manage hazard reduction activities and bushfires.
Planned hazard reduction burns and major bushfire events can be dangerous for park visitors and neighbours. Know the risks, check for fire alerts and be prepared.
Fire can have a positive and negative effect on our plants and animals. We manage fire in national parks to minimise the ecological impact on our wildlife and native vegetation.
