Record burn-offs ahead of SA bushfire season

South Australian authorities will conduct a record number of burn-offs on private land ahead of the bushfire season to better protect the community.

In a bid to reduce the fuel loads, 65 burns have been planned and are expected to cover around 7300 hectares of private property, national parks and crown land.

It follows drier-than-average conditions for large parts of South Australia in 2018, with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting the dry spell to continue.

"Preparation is the most important thing when it comes to bushfire season and the State Government is focused on helping to reduce the threat this summer," Environment Minister David Speirs said.

"It is crucial all landholders are armed and ready with a bushfire survival plan."

Just yesterday, firefighters were called to a grassfire at Bridgewater, which is believed to have started after a private burn-off rekindled.

Crews managed to save a home that was under threat but a shed on the property was damaged.

The government is urging land owners and residents to do their bit to help reduce the risk.

"The warmer weather should serve as a reminder for everyone to start preparing for the fire danger season which is a few weeks away," Emergency Services Minister Corey Wingard said.

"Everyone has a responsibility to be ready by having a bushfire survival plan and reducing fire hazards around their properties.

"This includes simple tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming over-hanging trees or branches and clearing gutters of leaves and shrubs."