The 2019–20 bush fires in New South Wales have been one of the most extreme and widespread fires the state has experienced.
It is vital to be informed and plan for bush fire protection, so this month as we approach the fire season, we’d like to highlight the NSW Bush Fire Prone Land (BFPL) dataset.
BFPL is land that has been identified by the local council which are considered to be a higher bush fire risk. These maps are prepared by the local council and certified by the Commissioner of the NSW RFS.
When you access the BFPL dataset, you can check the data quality statement, read more about the guide for BFPL mapping, and display the data on the SEED web map.
The SEED map will load the dataset onto the map, with the legend details displaying to the left of the map.
Councils are required to map BFPL within their local government area, to ensure that people, property and the environment are more fully protected against the dangers that may arise from bushfires.
Watch this video to find out more and access the dataset to explore further.