Check if today is a  Total Fire Ban day on the CFA Website.

All barbecues which use solid fuel such as wood, charcoal or briquettes are banned. This includes closed oven or kettle-type appliances.

Gas and electric barbecues provided in public reserves/campsites may be used providing:

• the barbecue is electric or gas fired (note all Port Phillip barbeques in parks are ELECTRIC)
• the barbecue is fixed permanent structure
• the area for 3 metres around and above the barbeque is completely cleared of flammable material
• an adult is in attendance at all times
• a hose connected to a reticulated water supply or vessel containing at least 10 litres of water is on hand.

Portable gas and electric barbecues may be used provided:

• the barbecue is located within 20 metres of a permanent dwelling (mobile homes, caravans or tents are not classified as permanent dwellings)
• the area for 3 metres around and above the barbeque is completely cleared of flammable material
• an adult is in attendance at all times
• a hose connected to a reticulated water supply or vessel containing at least 10 litres of water is on hand.

For more information about Total Fire Ban days, see the CFA website.