15/06/2026
Preparing Your Bush Fire Survival Plan Starts With One Question
In the Blue Mountains, we live with a simple but serious truth: many of our towns have one road in and one road out. On a bad fire day, that road can become congested, blocked, or unsafe faster than people expect.
So before fire weather arrives, take a moment to ask yourself:
Which way will you go if you need to leave?
Not “we’ll see on the day”.
Not “we’ll wait and watch”.
A clear, thought‑through decision.
Your route out is a key part of your Bush Fire Survival Plan — and it shapes when you leave, what you take, and how you’ll stay informed.
A few things to think about
• Your safest route — where does it lead, and how long will it take
• Traffic and delays — especially with only one way out
• When you’ll leave — early is always safer than late
• Who you’re responsible for — kids, elderly parents, neighbours, pets
A plan made now is far safer than a decision made under pressure.
