Fire and Rescue NSW Station 075 Berowra in Berowra, New South Wales | Fire station

Fire and Rescue NSW Station 075 Berowra

Locality: Berowra, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9456 3536

Address: 9 Berowra Waters Road 2081 Berowra, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.fire.nsw.gov.au

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24.01.2022 The time to prepare for a bushfire is before there’s a threat in your area. The time to act is now. Also bear in mind that Berowra has limited evacuation routes and you may need extra time to leave, we are also located along the ridge tops which also affects fire behaviour. See the links below: https://www.myfireplan.com.au/

24.01.2022 Injured bush walker at Waratah Bay, skilled helicopter rescue by Toll Ambulance Rescue & ASNSW

24.01.2022 The mulch pile in Beaumont Road has nearly all been turned over and wet down Fire and Rescue NSW Station 050 Hornsby has been there today and yesterday.

23.01.2022 Good condition sand bags if anyone requires them.

22.01.2022 Berowra Waters Road is closed from Currawong Road to the ferry. A semi trailer is stuck on the last hairpin.

21.01.2022 Tiny death adder. Cute and placid but still dangerous when annoyed.

21.01.2022 Once was a nice car.... Was unattended and mysteriously caught fire...

21.01.2022 There are many trees and wires down in the area, please keep clear.

20.01.2022 Draughting drill at Mooney Mooney

20.01.2022 HISTORY OF NSW FIRE & RESCUE STATION 075 - BEROWRA The Berowra Fire Brigade station was opened on 11th October 1962 at its current location at number 9 Berowra ...Waters Road. It was reported that, the opening ceremony was very well attended and that the very modern and well-equipped premises would be an acquisition to the district. In 1962 Berowras population was around 2,800 living in around 1,200 houses, and the opening of the new fire station reduced their insurance premiums. The area covered by station 75 went up to Parklands Road, Mt Colah. The station was originally staffed by retained fire fighters who were paid a retainer to respond to the station when the bell in their house (or later a pager message) went off. They were also paid per call out. The first captain was Clarence Digger King who lived in Waratah Road. However, when the Berowra Brigade qualified to perform rescues Digger retired as his passion was to fight fires. In those early days Brigade members had to live within two kilometres of the fire station. The initial retained fire fighters at Berowra when the station opened in 1962 were; Clarence Digger King Captain Vince Collins Engine Keeper Alan Cunningham Volunteer Fireman Ernie Foster Volunteer Fireman RJ Wilder Volunteer Fireman Bert Jackson Volunteer Fireman PG James Volunteer Fireman Ken Mapp Volunteer Fireman PJ McGrath Volunteer Fireman EG Sanders Volunteer Fireman The original station building could house just one truck but after 20 years, in 1982, of service it was rebuilt to be able to take two modern trucks. The Berowra Brigade is known as Station 075 and is strategically very well located. Aside from protecting the Berowra District residential areas they also have easy access to the Pacific Highway, the M1 Freeway, the railway and even Berowra Creek. The brigade also assist the Rural Fire Service (RFS) with fighting bush fires. Long time Berowra Captain and Yallambee Road resident, Laurence Murray, was a 35 year retained firefighter veteran, joining the brigade in 1971 and serving until 2006. Over that period Laurie attended literally thousands of call outs with the most common job being motor vehicle accidents (MVA). He considers it very fortunate that in his entire time serving in the brigade neither himself nor the men he served with were ever seriously injured despite the many dangerous situations they had to face in the course of their duty. In the 1970s and 80s stolen cars being dumped and set alight in the Berowra area were very common. A hot spot location for this was the old part of the Pacific Highway on the eastern side of the railway between La Mancha Caravan Park and Beaumont Road, which was left unused after the cuttings opened a more direct route in 1969. Another common problem, around the time the Wahroonga to Berowra Freeway was being constructed, was vandals setting alight abandoned houses, particularly in Cowan Parade, Berowra or in Mt Kuring-gai. A weekend would often see multiple call outs for Berowras retained firemen as they responded to all manner of emergency on local roads, rail, rivers or bushland. Aside from fighting fires and attending MVAs the Berowra Brigade participated in a wide variety of activities, often working closely with many other agencies as they continue to do today. These could include responding to boating accidents, incidents of the railway and plane crashes, as well as things such as helping rescue injured bushwalkers. The most demanding and longest job the Brigade faced during Lauries time was in 1990. On the 6th May the brigade responded to a major train accident that occurred at 6.47pm in a remote location north of Cowan. An electric train was heading south when it slammed into back of a stationary steam train resulting in over 100 people being injured and, tragically, 6 deaths. Another serious accident the Berowra Brigade attended was on the 8th of June 2000. At 2.25pm, they were the first on the scene at Seaview Street, Mt Kuring-gai where an accident had occurred in Ku-ring-gai Chase NP during a hazard reduction burn operation which, tragically saw three NPWS officers killed and 4 seriously injured. Brigade members administered first aid to the badly injured victims until ambulances arrived. The brigade then worked continuously on site for the next six hours in difficult conditions. Later the Unit was formally recognized with a commendation relating to this event and their actions. One of the most difficult things for the Berowra Brigade to attend to is a suicide, particularly when it involves an intentional MVA or is on the railway. The last retained firemen at Berowra were Laurie Murray, Philip Challinor and Graeme Edwards, who all retired in 2006. Also in 2006 the Berowra Fire Station was further upgraded with a first floor added which included bedrooms and a recreation room to support the full-time firefighters, who put in 24 hour shifts. During this upgrade the fire station was temporarily relocated next door in the house at number 7 Berowra Waters Road. This was the former residence of original Berowra fireman Bert Jackson. The station was officially reopened on 12th December 2006 by the AFSM Commissioner, Greg Mullins, who himself was a former fireman station at Berowra earlier in his career. Today the station is staffed 24 hours a day 7 days a week by revolving 24 hour shifts of 6 professional fire fighters across each of the 4 platoons A, B, C & D. The station has two trucks being a Rescue Pump and a Heavy Rescue Pump with the main roles being fire, rescue (person or animal) and HAZMAT (hazardous material). The bulk of their call outs are Freeway incidents being MVAs, truck fires and spills. In their quieter periods, the Berowra firefighters are involved in a lot of snake captures in residential areas (later released in Berowra bushland), which is greatly appreciated by the Berowra community. We recognize and thank the members, both past and present, of the NSW Fire & Rescue Berowra Brigade, 075 station. Thank you for your service and for keeping us safe. A special thank you to former Berowra firefighter Laurie Murray & current Berowra firefighter Duncan Armour (both long time Berowra residents) for their help in putting this information together.

19.01.2022 Future firefighters at Kids in the Sky!

19.01.2022 Numerous trees down around the suburbs, watch out for downed power lines. The end of Hillcrest Road is currently blocked with Hornsby Fire & Rescue removing a large tree.

18.01.2022 Hello storm affected Berowra, if you still have our barrier tape (or SES, RFS) on your letter boxes can you please remove it before it starts becoming litter or we have another storm (hopefully not!) as it is used to determine which houses have been visited and assessed. Thanks

18.01.2022 A new heavy rescue for our station! Previously well kept by Fire and Rescue NSW Station 063 Blacktown

18.01.2022 Despite the impact of COVID-19, we remain prepared for anything at any time, so rest assured we’ll be available to respond in an emergency. Help us to ensure we're here to help you. #StopTheSpread #StayHomeForUs #AlwaysOpen #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire

18.01.2022 Despite the impact of COVID-19, we remain prepared for anything at any time, so rest assured well be available to respond in an emergency. Help us to ensure were here to help you. #StopTheSpread #StayHomeForUs #AlwaysOpen #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire

17.01.2022 The champion of tonight’s game of hide and seek! Was in a laundry & is now having a look around Kuring-Gai Chase National Park.

17.01.2022 Death adder removed from a Berowra house. There are still a fair few snakes around, feeding and looking for a winter hideout.

17.01.2022 Rescue 75, along with every other FRNSW appliance were responded to Pennant Hill and Cherrybrook after a huge storm lashed the area. Many trees and wire down and cars and dwellings damaged. If you are in the area look out for downed wires and trees that are still hanging up above. Please pay attention to the emergency services still in the area, the streets are closed due to dangerous situations. FRNSW, NSW RFS, SES, Police and Ambulance are still working in the area.

16.01.2022 Open day 2019, thanks for visiting!

14.01.2022 Wonderful Berowra! An echidna found its way into Berowra Dog Park. A number of caring locals protected it until 75 Pump & Rescue arrived with thick gloves to assist its journey back to the Bush.

14.01.2022 Theyre usually snake calls though... This diamond python has just had a feed and wasnt too happy.

13.01.2022 The power will take quite a while to be restored to some areas.

13.01.2022 Early warm weather has brought out the snakes, keep an eye out.

13.01.2022 The RFS have published a Major Fire Update - smoke advisory warning for the NSW fires. We have had a few calls to the station regarding the smoke in our area. This is coming from the Gospers Mountain Fire to our northwest . As per the RFS advice below please do not call triple-zero for reports of general smoke. Please call triple zero If you see an unattended fire or a clearly identifiable column of smoke in our local area.... https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-inf/major-fire-updates/mfu

13.01.2022 Our new appliance! Was previously Burwoods & was well kept by them.

12.01.2022 Yes there were a lot of sirens through Berowra tonight, Berowra FRNSW pump and rescue trucks have just returned from Berowra Waters after assisting with the treatment and extrication of a person after a significant fall. With NSW RFS - Berowra Waters Brigade, NSW Police Force and NSW Ambulance. Thanks to the local residents for their assistance.

11.01.2022 The time to prepare for a bushfire is before theres a threat in your area. The time to act is now. Also bear in mind that Berowra has limited evacuation routes and you may need extra time to leave, we are also located along the ridge tops which also affects fire behaviour. See the links below: https://www.myfireplan.com.au/

10.01.2022 FRNSW, NSW Rural Fire Service and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking a number of planned hazard reduction burns today around the Greater Sy...dney Region. These are important controlled burns which will reduce the risk to people and properties from bush fires. Taking advantage of optimal weather conditions, planned burns will be conducted in the following areas: - Huskisson and Narrawallee, Shoalhaven Region - Horsely, Wollongong - St Helens Park, Campbelltown - Barden Ridge, Sutherland Shire - Katoomba, The Blue Mountains - Glenorie, Maraylya and Lower Portland, The Hills Shire - Smiths Lake, Mid North Coast With the volume of hazard reduction burns being undertaken today, it is possible smoke will settle across the Greater Sydney Area, however, a southerly change and rain on Wednesday will begin to clear the smoke. NSW Health reminds people that children, older adults and people with heart and lung conditions are most susceptible to the effects of air pollution and excessive smoke. Residents in impacted areas are advised to take the following precautions: - Ensure windows and doors are closed to help prevent smoke entering their homes. - Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns. - Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage. - Remove washing from clotheslines. - Ensure pets have a protected area. - Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up, turn headlights on. - Sightseers must keep away from burns for their own safety. - People with asthma or lung conditions are advised to reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice. If you spot a fire that is unattended, please call Triple Zero (000). #PreparedForAnything #FRNSW

09.01.2022 From all of the firefighters and staff in Metropolitan East 2, we wish you all a Happy and Safe Easter. Please stay safe and stay home. Fire and Rescue NSW... Fire and Rescue NSW Station 024 Manly Fire and Rescue NSW Station 060 Avalon Fire and Rescue NSW Station 037 Gordon Fire and Rescue NSW Station 050 Hornsby Fire and Rescue NSW Station 075 Berowra Fire and Rescue NSW Station 058 Beecroft Fire and Rescue NSW Station 036 Crows Nest Fire and Rescue NSW Station 061 Lane Cove Fire and Rescue NSW Station 025 Mosman Fire and Rescue NSW Station 053 Neutral Bay Fire and Rescue NSW Station 040 Willoughby Fire and Rescue NSW Station 068 Narrabeen Fire and Rescue NSW Station 006 Mona Vale Fire and Rescue NSW Station 069 Dee Why Fire and Rescue NSW Station 051 Forestville See more

09.01.2022 A few pythons are being discovered with all the roof replacements underway. This one has just had a feed in preparation for winter.

09.01.2022 Lest we forget. #ANZAC

09.01.2022 Both east and west ferry ramps at Berowra Waters will be undergoing an upgrade soon. Work will commence on Monday June 1 and will cause the closure of the ferry service for six weeks. Information regarding the upgrade is available on 1800861855 or by emailing [email protected] https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au//berowra-waters-ferr/index.html

07.01.2022 Its not always snakes...

07.01.2022 Pump 75 attended another fire off King Street behind the guide hall this afternoon. Two youths were seen running off into the bush. They were lucky to have their eyes and fingers with multiple butane cylinders that were in the fire exploding. Hornsby Police have been informed again.

07.01.2022 There are enough problems with bushfires today without having to put out a fire behind the skate park! Are your kids at the skate park?

05.01.2022 Road Accident Rescue drill with one of the donated hail damaged cars, thanks from D platoon

05.01.2022 Road accident rescue drill, thanks Tanya for the donated car!

03.01.2022 While WIRES are the agency responsible for reptile removals, as they are volunteers theyre not always available. All shifts at FRNSW Berowra have snake handlers, as do a few other stations on the urban fringes. Other calls have priority but we can usually assist with the removal of reptiles.

01.01.2022 The champion of tonights game of hide and seek! Was in a laundry & is now having a look around Kuring-Gai Chase National Park.