CFA members hope the messages conveyed on a new screen at Bonegilla will stop rubbish burns during fire season and reduce the number of call-outs they attend.
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After six weeks raising funds, the new $12,500 LED screen has been installed to inform the community of fire risks.
Captain Brian Church said it was a vital addition to the building.
“Before we just had signs on trees to let people know about fire restrictions,” he said.
“But people were still burning off their piles of rubbish thinking it was OK because it was before summer.
“Fire restrictions are important and we don’t want people burning because it’s a dangerous time of year.”
Mr Church said the screen was installed in time for what he expected would be a treacherous season.
“It’s going to be very dry, probably worse than last year,” he said.
Mr Church said he believed the screen would also benefit those who visited the nearby holiday park over Christmas.
“It’s just about getting information out to the community,” he said.
Recently a fire was started in Bonegilla from a spark while a slasher was being used and Mr Church said the screen would display emergency messages.
“We can let people know to take care using their slashers or when there is a change in the wind,” he said.
“We will also have reminders in winter for people to replace their smoke alarms.”
Mr Church said the number of call outs would be reduced this season because people would become more aware.
Firefighters said they would be better equipped this season, with a new pump and defibrillator.
The fire station is also due to receive a new truck midway through next year.
