The New South Wales Rural Fire Service is warning Hunter residents to be cautious and be prepared ahead of this weekend.
The state's heat wave is set to see the mercury reach between the high 30 - low 40°C mark, with Hunter properties at risk.
RFS Community Safety Officer, Bert Pipan said keeping properties and gutters clear of leaves, debris, and implementing a Bushfire Survival Plan are crucial items to tick off the list.
"While we had large bushfires in October, there's still a lot of bush land around the lower Hunter which hasn't been burnt.
"We still ask residents to be vigilant and understand that there is a possibility of fire and to make sure they have a bush fire survival plan."
All fire permits are suspended ahead of the high fire danger warning, which could reach severe levels by Saturday.
"Our brigades are always at the ready, we're only halfway through summer... volunteers are ready to call on at any time, which is wonderful."
