Adjusting to more frequent and severe fires

360info has collated data from Northern Territory which shows how much of each suburb is marked as a Fire Protection Zone.

360info has collated data from Western Australia which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

360info has collated data from the Australian Capital Territory which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

360info has collated data from Queensland which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

360info has collated data from Tasmania which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

360info has collated data from South Australia which shows how much of each suburb is marked as a Bushfire Protection Area.

See how the fire season has changed in your part of Australia.

Summer holidays in Australia are not what they used to be due to climate change and the increasing threat of bushfires.

It’s a myth that you’re safe from bushfires in the suburbs. If you’re near any type of wild vegetation such as bush or grasslands, your property may be at risk.

Researchers spent five years developing a fire-retardant paint which has become the first to pass a tough Australian standard test that simulates a bushfire.

Bushfires hit hardest in the most disadvantaged areas – where residents can least afford to ‘bushfire-proof’ their homes

Australia’s bushfire season is upon us. 360info has collated data from every state and territory which shows the fire risk to every suburb in every region.

Houses should be able to withstand wildfires thus allowing firefighters to spend their time fighting the blaze rather than evacuating residents.

Bushfires may be worsening, but we aren’t powerless to reduce their impacts. Everything from our homes to our words can play a role.

Securing homes in the face of bushfires is a known challenge. Far less appreciated is the effect of bushfire smoke and why we must keep it out of residences.

360info has collated data from New South Wales which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

360info has collated data from Victoria which shows which suburbs are most prone to bushfire.

Both historical and scientific records show an increase in the number of fires since the mid-1800s.

Our sports heroes often use ice vests, slushies and misting fans to keep their cool during the heat of battle. Firefighters should have access to the same gear.

Fires are changing so does that mean the way we refer to them should too? It could soon be a hot topic.

Fire prevention is key to protecting peatland swamps and surrounding communities should be at the frontline in such efforts.

Bushfires can take their toll on the physical and mental health of older Australians, but there are things communities can do to help.

Both historical and scientific records show an increase in the number of fires since the mid-1800s.

Domestic violence can increase amid bushfires. With fires only set to intensify under climate change, authorities must prepare.

See how the fire season has changed in your part of Australia.