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Australian Fire Danger Rating System

Fire danger ratings describe the potential level of danger should a bushfire start. They provide people with information so that they can take action to protect themselves and others from the potentially dangerous impacts of bushfires.

AFDRS sign Photo credit: NSW Rural Service

The Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) represents the most significant update of the nation's fire danger ratings since the 1960’s, marking a generational change in how fire danger is calculated and communicated. The AFDRS is a collaboration between state, territory, and federal governments. It improves public safety and reduces the impacts of bushfires through:

  • Simplified rating levels.
  • National consistency.
  • Action-oriented guidance.
  • Community-centric design.
  • Providing decision-making tools for government and industry.
  • Integration of the latest science and technology.

This page hosts information about the Australian Fire Danger Rating System Program. General information about Fire Danger Ratings for the public can be found at: www.afdrs.com.au.

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Training

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Photo credit: NSW Rural Fire Service