WITH temperatures expected to soar across New South Wales over the coming days, mixed with strong winds, fire permits across much of the New England districts have been suspended due to high fire danger ratings.

Permit holders are reminded to check recent burns regularly to ensure they remain safe.

In the New England region, all fire permits within the Inverell Local Government Areas will be suspended from midnight tonight for 24 hours to reduce the risk of fires starting and spreading under heightened fire conditions.

Fire Permits are currently also suspended for the Armidale Regional Council, Uralla Shire Council and Walcha Council LGA areas, effective from 11pm, October 5 to 9pm tonight, when conditions are expected to ease.

Current fire permit holders are unable to light new fires or stoke up existing fires during the suspension period.

NSW RFS asks land-holders to ensure any planned burns or activities requiring a permit are postponed, to help keep communities safe during these conditions.

In Moree, temperatures are expected to reach the mid-30s early this week, including a top of 35 degrees today, and 36 degrees on Thursday.

There is a chance of rain and storms in some areas during the week, which will help ease the threat of scrub and bushfires.

If unable to safely extinguish an unattended fire, call 000 immediately to ensure a timely response from emergency services.

A total fire ban means no fires out in the open and helps limit the potential of fires developing.

During a Total Fire Ban, people cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire.

General purpose hot works, such as welding, grinding or gas cutting or any activity that produces a spark or flame, are not to be done in the open.

The NSW RFS strongly recommends reconsidering activities such as such using a tractor or slashing, to help reduce the chance of a fire starting.

Under certain conditions, the NSW RFS may issue a Harvest Safety Alert.