EC UFPA

EC UFPA The ECUFPA was established, as a joint effort by all Fire Protection Associations, in the Eastern Cape.

07/08/2026

FIRE WISE 2026-the time is now.
Being fire wise helps us and our communities to prevent unnecessary wildfires. The prohibition period has started. Follow FPA rules and regulations, your local FPA will assist.
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As a land owner it is your responsibility to be informed about the prohibition period and other laws regarding fire brea...
30/07/2026

As a land owner it is your responsibility to be informed about the prohibition period and other laws regarding fire breaks and wildfire.
Ask your local FPA for assistance.

The 2026 Annual Fire Prohibition period, for the Winter Fire Season, will be from : 1 August 2026 to 31 October 2026.A f...
24/07/2026

The 2026 Annual Fire Prohibition period, for the Winter Fire Season, will be from : 1 August 2026 to 31 October 2026.

A full copy of the notice, can be downloaded at:
https://tinyurl.com/2026-EC-Fire-Prohib

Safety measures at a fire are vital. Let's prevent unnecessary fire dangers this fire season. 🌐www.ecufpa.co.za
23/07/2026

Safety measures at a fire are vital.
Let's prevent unnecessary fire dangers this fire season.
🌐www.ecufpa.co.za

Does your FPA have a Veldfire Management Strategy?According to Section 5(1) of the NVFFA, this is a requirement.
16/07/2026

Does your FPA have a Veldfire Management Strategy?
According to Section 5(1) of the NVFFA, this is a requirement.

Beware of changing weather patterns in your area. These may bring an extended fire season or more frequent wildfires...
09/07/2026

Beware of changing weather patterns in your area.
These may bring an extended fire season or more frequent wildfires.
Be aware and be prepared.

Awareness of fire risks helps minimise accidents and promotes a safe environment where people can think clearly and resp...
02/07/2026

Awareness of fire risks helps minimise accidents and promotes a safe environment where people can think clearly and respond effectively in an emergency.

Be fire-wise and spread fire awareness.
ECUFPA
043 6832659

25/06/2026

Today we share a checklist for controlled burns with you.
1)Have you check the FDI for the day?
2)Do you have a valid burn permit
3)Have you notifed neighbours and stakeholders?
4)Is you equipment adequate, in working order and are safety measures in place?
*Fire prohibition from 1 August 2026.
For any assistance contact your local FPA.

When encountering a wildfire over a road-Reduce speed immediately.-Keep a safe distance.-Avoid driving through thick smo...
18/06/2026

When encountering a wildfire over a road
-Reduce speed immediately.
-Keep a safe distance.
-Avoid driving through thick smoke.
-Report the fire immediately.
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(Extracted from the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐒𝐨𝐧𝐚π₯ π•πžπ₯𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 π…π¨π«πžπ¬π­ π…π’π«πž, π€πœπ­ 𝟏𝟎𝟏 𝐨𝐟 πŸπŸ—πŸ—πŸ–, as amended)
25(2) Any person who, in the open air-
(d) lights, uses or maintains a fire in a road reserveβ€”
(i) other than in a fireplace which has been designated by a competent authority; or
(ii) for a purpose other than the burning of a firebreak in terms of sections 12 to 16; or
(e) smokes where smoking is by notice prohibited, is guilty of a second category offence”

It is fire break time. A few reminders*Ensure they are wide enough and long enough to reasonably prevent the spread of w...
11/06/2026

It is fire break time.
A few reminders
*Ensure they are wide enough and long enough to reasonably prevent the spread of wildfire.
*Work together with your neighbours and community.
*Apply to your local FPA for a burn permit.

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