Arcadia rural fire brigade – Rain. Reminder. Recognition.
In past couple of weeks, we have welcomed some much-needed rain. Whilst it is in stark contrast to the dry conditions we’ve been experiencing for some time, we’d like to remind you all to keep up with your safe fire practices. Towards the end of September crews from Arcadia, Galston, Dural, and Westleigh were called […]
Galston Rural Fire Brigade News
Can we fit? During a bush fire our Category 1 (Cat 1) tankers are often used for property protection and to navigate more difficult terrain. They also hold considerably more water than the smaller category tankers. For this reason, it is important to consider whether a Cat 1 tanker can access your property in case […]
MIDDLE DURAL BRIGADE NEWS
What wonderful rain deluged Middle Dural in October! Most of us received more than 100mL of good soaking rain, which may push back the threat of major bushfires by a month, maybe more. And haven’t we got an amazing crop of weeds already?! However, even with the rain, NSW law states that it’s still illegal […]
Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade News
New Firefighters Our latest qualified firefighters Manny and Tye joined the ranks of qualified firefighters after passing their Bush Fire Fighter assessment on Sunday 21st October. We have also commenced delivering a Brigade based Bush Firefighter course that will have 9 trainees from Glenorie joined by trainees from Middle Dural Brigade aiming to become the […]
WICKED FIRE SEASON
Bushfire fighting services have joined with Aussie Pumps in warning farmers and home owners of an early bushfire season this summer! Fires have already occurred in many areas of New South Wales. Australian Pumps ‘Fire Ready’ program for 2018 is up and running to help people get prepared for what looks like a very dangerous […]
Galston Rural Fire Brigade News
Gorge tree removal Recently our firies attended to a tree down in the Gorge on the Galston side near the one-way bridge. Police were already on the scene upon arrival. Our chainsaw operator made quick work of the obstruction, clearing the road for waiting motorists. Successful recruitment day Thank you to everyone who came out […]
Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade News
Total Fire Bans A number of Total Fire Ban’s have already been declared since the start of the fire season and with the drought conditions continuing across much of the Sydney Basin and NSW we should expect more this fire season. It is very important to know what your responsibilities are on a Total Fire […]
We’ve jumped right into Spring, full steam ahead!
Early afternoon during August, a bush fire started at Coba Point, which in the windy conditions, quickly escalated the fire. A crew from Arcadia attended the fire, where they and other brigades, worked throughout the night carrying out property protection. They had faced trying conditions, it was cold, the wind was relentless, and the terrain […]
Middle Dural Rural Fire Brigade News
After a very busy August, September was quieter, probably because the fire season was declared a month early. We completed some pile burns for local residents and assisted with a hazard reduction in Kenthurst. In this weather, even a small pile burns with enormous ferocity, as you can see. Our new member has started his […]
Galston Rural Fire Brigade News
Volunteer fire fighting has been part of the Australian community for 160 years. Whilst the methods, equipment and technology behind fighting fires has changed over the years, the one thing that hasn’t changed is the sense of ‘family’ you get by being part of a local fire brigade. The Galston Rural Fire Brigade is currently […]
