THE Fire Danger Period officially ended on the Mornington Peninsula at 1am on Tuesday 7 April. As fire restrictions begin to lift, CFA is urging residents to remain alert as the current and continued conditions can still lead to fast-moving grassfires even in cooler weather. CFA state agency commander Garry Cook said the easing of restrictions was due to a number of favourable factors. “Nights are becoming increasingly cool, and we are seeing dew in the mornings that further reduces the risk of fire,” said Cook. “We have also seen some welcomed rainfall and some noticeable new growth, pointing to…
Sunday, April 12
