With the mercury predicted to reach 40 degrees in Singleton today residents are urged to adhere to a Total Fire Ban (TBN).
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Total fire bans are now in force for five areas across the state, including the Greater Hunter.
This area takes in Singleton, Cessnock, Dungog, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Port Stephens and the Upper Hunter.
Lighting a fire on a day of TBN attracts an on the spot fine of $2200. If the matter goes to court, you could be subject to a fine of up to $5500 and/or 12 months in jail.
In a TBN no fire may be lit in the open and all fire permits are suspended.
This includes incinerators and barbecues (BBQ) which burn solid fuel, e.g. wood, charcoal or heat beads. No general purpose welding, grinding, soldering or gas cutting can be done in the open.
The advice from Singleton Fire and Rescue NSW - Stay Safe, Stay Cool and Stay Hydrated.
