A 'Bushfire Place of Last Resort' also known as a 'Neighbourhood Safer Place' (NSP) is a place of last resort when all other bushfire plans have failed. Your safety or survival at one of these locations is not guaranteed.
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It does not replace a well thought out and practised plan. Going to a Bushfire Place of Last Resort should be your last resort when your plans have failed.
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It may be that your home or one of your neighbours' offers better protection than an NSP.
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Travelling to an NSP when there is a bushfire can be extremely dangerous, there is no guarantee that you will be safe doing so.
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Sheltering at an NSP may not prevent death or injury from fire, embers or radiant heat.
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You should only use an NSP when your primary bushfire plan has failed or cannot be implemented.
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There is no guarantee that CFA or other emergency services will be present during a bushfire.
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No special facilities will be provided for people with special needs, including those requiring medical attention.
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NSPs have limited capacity and may be uncomfortable.
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You may be on your own, emergency service agencies may not be able to assist you at an NSP.
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Food, drinks and provision for animals will not be provided.
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency.