Eight #NSWRFS members have been recognised for their dedication to the community as part of the Australia Day Honours List. We asked some of the recipients, who together they have more than 310 years of service, what it means to receive an Australian Fire Service Medal.
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A Total Fire Ban is now in place in the Lower Central West Plains covering the Bland, Forbes, Lachlan, Narromine, Parkes, Temora, Weddin and Dubbo LGAs. With High fire danger ratings forecast for other areas. Be ready to act. For more information visit: rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati
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A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Thursday 26th January for Lower Central West Plains. Know your fire risk and what you and your family will do if fire threatens.
Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000). #NSWRFS
For Total Fire Ban rules rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati
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WATCH&ACT: Bundarbo Rd Fire, Gobarralong (Cootamundra Gundagai LGA) Firefighters are working to contain a #grassfire burning near Bundarbo Road, Gobarralong approx 16km SE of Jugiong. The fire moving in easterly direction on the southern side of the Murrumbidgee River. #NSWRFS
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Last year, a severe flash flood impacted the small town of Eugowra, destroying homes, businesses and even the local #NSWRFS station. Last week, $1 million worth of funding was announced to rebuild the station on higher ground, so the brigade can continue to serve their community.
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The Wearnes Rd Fire at Bundarra in the Gwydir LGA has now been brought under control. Thanks to the efforts of firefighters from #NSWRFS, NPWS and Forestry Corp the fire which burnt through 2220 hectares is now contained. Crews remain on scene mopping up & extinguishing hotspots.
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Firefighters continue to work on the Wearnes Rd Fire, Bundarra (Gwydir LGA) The fire is burning approx 45km south west of Inverell. Great work done over recent days by both local and out of area firefighters. Weather is favourable for the firefighters over coming days. #NSWRFS
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These beautiful birds haven’t been seen in our skies over recent fire seasons, however over the past few days they have taken to the air again.
The Large Air Tankers have been working on a number of fires today near Inverell and this afternoon near Crowther #NSWRFS
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WATCH&ACT: Berremangra Rd Fire (Hilltops LGA) - Prepare Now. A #grassfire is burning near the Hume Hwy at Berremangra approx 13km east of #Jugiong. The fire is burning in a N and NW direction. Firefighters are on scene and waterbombing aircraft are being sent to assist. #NSWRFS
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Today, Emergency Services Minister and NSW RFS Commissioner travelled to Eugowra to announce the town’s Rural Fire Brigade station, which was destroyed by severe flash floods in November 2022, will be replaced with a new $1 million facility. #NSWRFS
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We’ve seen an increase in fire activity in NW NSW where #NSWRFS firefighters assisted by aircraft continue work to contain fires including Wearnes Rd Fire, Bundarra. Report unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).
🎥: Upper Maules Creek Rd Fire burning north towards Mt Kaputar NP
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#NSWRFS supported by aircraft continue work on the Wearnes Rd Fire, burning 45km SW of Inverell. The fire has burnt 1800ha and is burning on farmland but not threatening homes. Overnight smoke is expected to drift south across Manilla and Tamworth.
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Earlier this afternoon 36 #NSWRFS firefighters assisted by waterbombing aircraft contained a fire in Cooks Gap. With more than 250 grass fires in the past week it’s important to know your risk & prepare now. More at rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepa
🎥 Winchester Cr Fire, Mid Western LGA
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WATCH AND ACT
Winchester Cr Fire (Mid Western LGA)
Prepare Now - Cooks Gap
#NSWRFS crews work to contain a grass fire burning in westerly direction, west of Ulan Rd and north of Winchester Cres in Cooks Gap. People in the Cooks Gap area should prepare now. rfs.nsw.gov.au
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ADVICE - Wearnes Rd Fire (Gwydir LGA)
#NSWRFS firefighters & waterbombing aircraft work to contain a grass fire burning in a SW direction, south of Cracknells Rd & west of Wearnes Rd, west of Bundarra. Bundarra - monitor conditions & stay up to date. rfs.nsw.gov.au
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In the last week firefighters responded to almost 250 grass fires in NSW. Hot weather continues to dry out grass making it increasingly fire prone. Prepare now. Know your risk & what you’ll do when fire threatens. #nswrfs rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepa
📸 Hazelwood Fire, Forbes LGA
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WATCH & ACT
Hazelwood Fire, Ootha (Forbes LGA)
Prepare Now - Derriwong
A fire is burning in a SW direction approx 27km east of Condobolin, south of Shelley’s Rd & north of Oothra Rd. There’s no immediate danger. People Derriwong - prepare now. #nswrfs rfs.nsw.gov.au
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A Total Fire Ban is now in place in the Lower Central West Plains. High fire danger ratings are forecast for central NSW for the majority of this week. Be ready to act. #NSWRFS
Information on fire danger ratings and total fire bans at: rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati
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A Total Fire Ban is in place from midnight tonight for Lower Central West Plains. Know your fire risk and what you and your family will do if fire threatens.
Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).
More information about Total Fire Bans at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati
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With a 28 year career, Deputy Group Captain Ritchey Sealy has fought countless fires, although none have left an impact on him like the Black Summer Fires. Ritchey is an artist and received overwhelming support when he began to paint these artworks.
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Grass fires are unpredictable, they start easily and spread rapidly. Recent rain has caused extensive grass growth. With the warm weather, the grass is drying out and becoming fire prone. Prepare your property now, for more info visit the #NSWRFS website: rfs.nsw.gov.au/grass
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FACT: Grass fires move fast. Act quickly and report them to Triple Zero (000). Grass fires spread quickly and you don’t want to be caught in their path. They have the real potential to destroy homes, crops and livelihoods. For more information visit: rfs.nsw.gov.au/grass
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