That reminds me... -Image by contaminazionivisive via Pixabay Bushfire Preparation This is the time of year all good Aussies should be preparing for bushfire season. This means clearing away scrub, loose branches, timber and rubbish from around your house - all flammable material really, and clearing out dry leaves in your gutters. It also means checking your Fire Plans and your Emergency Kit -the usual rule is to have enough food and water to last your household around three days in case supplies of power or water are disrupted, also any medical supplies, first aid equipment, masks, gloves, torches, batteries and a portable radio. I've already written about these, so click here for a refresher or if this is new to you. A Go bag in case you need to evacuate is also a good idea. You'll find instructions on the same page. Don't forget supplies for your pet , a pet carrier and a leash (Tip from Claude) and a spare set of house keys and car keys. If you needed more reason...
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