Bushfire Bunkers and Cyclone Shelters

Why do we do it this way then??

Wombat's generally survive by retreating from a bushfire to the safety of their burrows
.
Take the hint and follow what the wombat's do.
Why have "Wombat's Burrow" bushfire bunker??

A Wombat's Burrow bushfire bunker is the safest place for people to avoid exposure to the intense
radiant heat of a bushfire.

Radiant heat from a bushfire is extreme and deadly, but peak intensities usually pass given locations
within about 15 minutes.

Many wombats survive bushfires by avoiding the killer radiant heat by retreating in time to the safety
of their burrows.

Driving a vehicle away from a raging bushfire is not a safe course of action unless done well before the
fire reaches your vicinity.


The only really safe way to survive the bushfire front is in a

"Wombat's Burrow" bushfire bunker.

What are some of the "Wombat's Burrow" bushfire bunker features?

  • Mainly below ground level to avoid radiant heat exposure

  • Above ground section and accesses easily found

  • Four above ground level shuttered Pyrex viewing ports

  • See what fire conditions are before leaving the safety of the retreat

  • Adequate air volume with additional ventilation is achieved by a battery powered blower and smoke scrubber

  • The above ground roof may serve auxiliary functions and avoids obstructions by parked vehicles

  • Doors at both ends for increased entering and exit safety

  • Seating for occupant comfort

  • LED Lighting by battery power

  • Safety equipment and clothing storage for people when leaving the protection of the bunker

Design Options available for a "Wombat's Burrow" bushfire bunker

  • Entry Stairs either straight down or angled at 90 deg

  • Wheel chair access ramps if required

  • Entry ramp well covers

  • Auxiliary radiant heat shields for walls or roof

  • Paving around the retreat and to your house with safety lighting on paths and stairs

How to Contact us:

Mobile - Grant(Victoria)0415 218 418: Graham 0407 230 391  


OR by email to :sales@wombatsburrow.com.au


Site Inspections for quotation and engineers recommendation


All documentation for council approvals


Interstate Distributors enquiries welcome





Other Useful Links:



Country Fire Authority, Victoria


Country Fire Authority, South Australia


List of Scientific Publications