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25.01.2022 You might not have heard our siren in a while.. We will start testing again TONIGHT! At 7pm on nights we train we will test the community alerting siren - it’ll only run for 30 seconds...... If you hear it going for 5 minutes - check the radio or tv or internet for more information!

25.01.2022 Total Fire Ban tomorrow Friday 10th January.Total Fire Ban tomorrow Friday 10th January.

24.01.2022 Our tanker 1 is busy at this time of year - tonight we are taking Santa down to the cricket club and tomorrow morning he is visiting the Ridong club at the Rec Reserve. Again, you may hear our sirens as we bring Santa to spread some joy.

22.01.2022 Morning all. A reminder to our community that we have a General Fire Fighter assessment day running out of our station today. You will see tankers from Yinnar and Churchill completing training drills around the area today. Cheers Di

21.01.2022 Christmas Eve Boolarra Santa Run 24th December. Santa will be cruising Boolarra on the big red truck again this year. We need to nip out of town first for a special visit and then will be travelling around town from about 6pm, aiming to be at the park in the middle of town by 7pm (for out of town families). Parents and carers: To be Covid safe, we have organised pre-packed lolly bags. Please make sure the kids stay back from the road until the tanker has fully stopped. Many thanks to the Boolarra Community Development Group for paying for the lollies this year.

20.01.2022 Merry Christmas to an excited bunch of kids at the Boolarra Preschool breakup. Santa is sure you have all been very, very good!

20.01.2022 Were out and about tonight training with our friends and neighbors Mirboo Nth. Refreshing our breathing apparatus and other skills. If you see smoke its just fake...... If you do see flames call 000...

20.01.2022 Please stay at home over Easter.

20.01.2022 Check out the progress of the fires across East Gippsland since November 2019, with this visual map. CFA Gippsland Forest Fire Management Victoria East Gippslan...d Shire Council East Gippsland Outdoors. Victoria, Australia. Love East Gippsland Bruthen Inn Hotel Bruthen Pizza & Takeaway Bruthen Fire Brigade Albion Hotel Tambo Valley Golf Club Ensay Winery Swifts Creek Bakery Swifts Creek IGA Omeo Caravan Park Hilltop Hotel Omeo Omeo Ski Hire Mossi-Tambo Fire Brigade Omeo CFA Tambo Valley Bowling Club Parks Victoria ABC Gippsland TRFM SES Tambo Valley Unit Eastvicmedia Buchan Caves Hotel Gippsland Times 9 News Gippsland WIN News Gippsland See more

19.01.2022 Cfa has released an online training package for people working in high bushfire risk areas.

19.01.2022 Strong winds for the next couple of days, folks. Please check any burns you have done recently and monitor them closely for signs of re-ignition.

18.01.2022 Summer is coming - Are you prepared?

18.01.2022 G’day folks, some of you in the darlimurla rd area will be without power for a little while as the brigade just attended a power pole fire... We were able to ensure it was completely out with the use of our newest equipment - a thermal imaging camera that we acquired through the district 27 pick list program that was funded through donations from the 2019/20 fire season. Hopefully the power will be back on soon as SP aus net are onsite fixing the pole.

18.01.2022 Fire restrictions in our area will end on the 16th of March. No burnoffs may be lit without a permit until that date. Once restrictions are lifted, please register any burnoffs by ringing 1800 668511.

17.01.2022 Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

17.01.2022 Dont forget to change the batteries in your smoke detectors when you change your clocks on the weekend.....

16.01.2022 Lest we forget.

16.01.2022 Working bee and radios at Boolarra Sth station.... excellent work team

14.01.2022 Did you hear it? 7pm Monday every second week when we are training we test the alerting siren - you may have seen the sign on the way into town... If you hear it any other time you should seek further information as there could be an incident close by.... Btw, if you see us out and about tonight, we are training..

13.01.2022 Just a reminder that fire restrictions come into force at 1am this Monday - 14th December. Make sure any burnoff are completely out please.

13.01.2022 Stand at dawn to honour those who gave their all for our future. Lest we forget.

13.01.2022 Stand at dawn, ANZAC Day 2020. We couldnt take part in the traditional wreath laying services that are usually held so a member from Boolarra raised our flag at the station. The Last Post was broadcast from Rick and Regina Teychennes verandah up on Piggery Road and was as clear as a bell at the station. I saw many people standing in their driveways to honour our ANZACs. Lest We Forget.

12.01.2022 With sadness, we acknowledge the loss of an FFM firefighter over the weekend working to protect the community. Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and workmates.

12.01.2022 Hi all. We were just called out to a report of columns of smoke near the rail trail along Duke Street. In this instance, it was a false alarm however it is important to remember, if you see something that you are concerned about, it is the right thing to call 000 and report it. We would much rather turn out to investigate - it is all a part of keeping our community safe. Whilst the little bit of rain we have had today was pleasant, the bush is dry and we are coming into the warmest part of summer. With the devastating fires across the country, many in our community may be feeling anxious and reliving experiences from the past. Please look out for each other, and seek additional support if you need to. Cheers Captain Di

11.01.2022 IMPORTANT message for residents of Latrobe City Council who have water tanks. Please note the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting there to be a high chance of ...a thunderstorm activity and rain in the west Gippsland during this afternoon and evening. Due to the bushfires in East Gippsland and Tasmania, if you rely on tank water for drinking, we suggest you be proactive and disconnect your downpipes before this rain comes. Ash, debris or smoke particles on your roof catchment can enter your tank during rain events. To help prevent further debris from entering your tank it is best to disconnect your downpipes. As Latrobe City is a non-bushfire affected municipality, we are not eligible for any water replacement programs for any residents affected with contaminated tank water. For more information please click here, https://bit.ly/2uHUP0C

11.01.2022 A reminder that the Fire Danger Period will end for our area tomorrow - Monday 16th March. If you live outside of the town limits, you can burn off . Remember to do so safely and register your burn on 1800 668 511. Check the weather forecast for the day and for the week ahead, especially any wind warnings. You are required to ensure that you are in attendance, with sufficient water, to monitor your burn. If you live in town, Latrobe City bylaws do NOT permit burning off. ... For more info visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au Cheers di

10.01.2022 A huge thank you to all who supported our BBQ at the Boolarra Folk Festival yesterday. We were flat out all day! Big thanks to all brigade members who worked so hard setting up, cooking and serving and cleaning up afterwards.

09.01.2022 Remember. Reflect. Respect.

09.01.2022 A very Merry Christmas to all the people of Boolarra. Thank you for your support to your brigade this year. Have a wonderful time with family and friends over the coming holiday season. Stay safe.

09.01.2022 Daylight saving starts tomorrow. Remember, working smoke detectors save lives. Change your clocks, check your batteries.

08.01.2022 Hi all A request from Linda Snell, Yinnar South Recovery Officer with Latrobe City, that we share the following link to a survey they are running to collect information about community preparedness for the coming fire season. Please take the time to complete it. Cheers Di (Captain)... Should I stay or should I go? Can you spare three minutes to complete our emergency preparedness survey? This will help us work together with your community to make sure in the next emergency event, everyone is prepared! The survey includes an option to have some help with making sure you and your property are well prepared. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/areyouprepared2020

07.01.2022 Santa run to the pony club break-up today. Another COVID safe visit. Thanks to Ann-Maree for the photos.

07.01.2022 On Monday evening, Boolarra Fire Brigade was called out to a barn fire in Piggery Road. Supported by CFA brigades from Yinnar, Yinnar South, Churchill, Morwell, Driffield, Mirboo North, Traralgon and FRV ST78 pumper, we worked together to contain and extinguish the fire and to protect other buildings on the property. #WeWorkAsOne

06.01.2022 Total Fire Ban for a number f regions across the state tomorrow, folks, including West and South Gippsland.

04.01.2022 We are deeply saddened to hear of this loss in NSW today. The firefighting work of the aerial crews is incredible. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of the three crew.

03.01.2022 Hi folks Following direction from the CFA, all non essential brigade activity has been cancelled for the foreseeable future in light of the current Corona Virus situation. Emergency response will be as usual but we have asked our members not to respond if they are unwell or have potentially been exposed to the virus. We will also need to follow social distancing measures as best we can at incidents.... Non essential activities include Brigade training and meetings, Sunday morning radios, junior brigade and community education events. We will have members completing regular appliance and radio checks so that we know our equipment is ready to go as needed, however this will be done by a small number of people. Look after each other in these challenging times. Be kind and patient, and take time to just be. Gardening is good. Captain Di

03.01.2022 Out and about training on Hirsts Road tonight. We have our beacons on as a precaution.

02.01.2022 Dont forget folks that today is a day of total fire ban. Ensure any campfires are out and COLD... We have a fair bit of smoke around today that has come from the east gippsland fires. ... Remember that if you see flames or a smoke column to please call 000 Enjoy the warm weather and check on your neighbors!

02.01.2022 Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of our emergency service members who tragically lost their lives on duty last night.

02.01.2022 Come down to the folk festival on Saturday and have a chat or grab a snag... hot food, cold drinks!!! Ask us about fire preparation or how to join the brigade... or just grab a snag... Enjoy the market and the music!

01.01.2022 While stuck at home during COVID, now is the time to prepare your property for summer. During September stay tuned for key preparation activities you can undert...ake before the bushfire season. For further information go to How to Prepare Your Property www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/how-to-prepare-your-property See more