Bushfire And Storm Season Ends In ACT
Today, 31 March 2025, marks the official end of the 2024-25 bushfire and storm season in the ACT.
Throughout the season ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA) and ACT Parks & Conservation Service (ACTPCS) staff and volunteers responded to 42 grass fires and 1,030 requests for storm or flood assistance across the territory.
This year, the ACT provided support across our nation. Over 250 staff and volunteers deployed interstate to help others during their times of need. Some of the notable emergencies that ESA and ACTPCS personnel assisted with include:
Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Dr Marisa Paterson, says it was gratifying to see members of the ACT working across Australia this bushfire and storm season.
“Over the past few months, staff and volunteers from the ESA have stepped up without hesitation to support not just our local community, but people across Australia during challenging and uncertain times. After one of the ESA’s largest deployment seasons to date, I am proud to see how well our services have been represented nationwide.
“I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to every member who has given up their time to assist during storms, floods, bushfires, and other emergency events. Their unwavering commitment and hard work demonstrate that we truly have the best people safeguarding our community.”
Quotes attributable to ACT Rural Fire Service (ACTRFS) Chief Officer, Rohan Scott
“As the bushfire season ends in the ACT fire permits are no longer required, and the daily fire danger rating will not be displayed as the risk of bushfire is now lowered.
“However, it is important that we don’t become complacent. Bush and grass fires can occur at anytime, anywhere. Although the ACTRFS is taking steps to ensure we are prepared, this can only be done with the help of our community. I encourage our community to visit the ESA website for advice on staying prepared.
“With more volunteers due to join our service soon, our capability is only growing, allowing us to better serve the needs of the growing ACT community during emergencies.”
Quotes attributable to ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES) Interim Chief Officer, Steve Forbes
“This season has been a big one for our ACTSES volunteers. When not assisting with storm and flood responses here in the ACT, they have been busy across borders helping with the response and aftermath of high-risk weather events across the country.
“It’s always great to help out our own community, but these interstate deployments have given our members opportunities to refine their skills and learn from interstate colleagues. I know that many of our volunteers will be taking these skills and applying them here in the ACT.
“Although storm season is coming to an end, I would like to remind the community that a storm or flood can happen anytime of year. That is why it is important that all year round residents are taking steps to maintain their home to ensure it is ready for a storm. We are prepared when Canberra prepares together.”
https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/marisa-paterson-mla-media-releases/2025/bushfire-and-storm-season-ends-in-the-act