Campfire risks bring fire management warning

THERE have been 66 bushfires in the Mallee since July, 51 caused by campfire negligence. The figure has led to Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) urging campers to be responsible over the summer holidays. In launching FFMVic’s annual campfire safety campaign, regional manager Paul Bates said the message this summer was simple — never leave […]

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