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Bridport Fire Brigade, Tasmania

Locality: Bridport, Tasmania

Address: 69 Main Street 7262 Bridport, TAS, Australia

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25.01.2022 By fighting fire with fire during autumn we can help protect people, property and the environment from the risk of bushfire.

24.01.2022 We will remember them

24.01.2022 Be prepared if you are going to be burning off.

24.01.2022 Heaters and fire places need their space. Always keep anything flammable at least two metres away from your winter warmer to avoid them catching on fire. Be fire safe this winter.

23.01.2022 I have so much respect for the NSWRFS year in year out every day you are amazing!!

22.01.2022 Fuel Reduction Burn | Granite Point, Bridport The Parks and Wildlife Service have scheduled a planned fuel reduction burn at Granite Point, Bridport for 18 & 19 March 2020. Further details are available on the poster. If you have any queries regarding the planned burn, please call 03 6777 2179.

22.01.2022 It’s Tassie - prepare for anything! #tasfireservice

20.01.2022 Ahead of warming conditions forecast over the weekend and with an expected peak on Monday, the TFS is enacting a permit embargo for southern Tasmania from 2am t...omorrow. The developing hot, dry conditions with strengthening winds forecast across the south of the state will increase the potential fire risk for many areas particularly the Upper Derwent, Midlands, Coal Valley, and southern parts of the East Coast which continue to experience below average rainfall and curing of vegetation, particularly grassland. The permit embargo will remain in place until midnight Monday 11 January at this stage. No permits will be issued through this period. Existing permits, or permit fires conducted over the last week are to be checked and fully extinguished where possible. Registration of burning of vegetation under 1 cubic metre will also be discouraged and TFS urges the public to take additional care with fires in the open, or operation of equipment that may cause accidental ignition of vegetation during this period. There are also campfire restrictions in place. For further information on these areas check https://parks.tas.gov.au/explore-/know-before-you-go/alerts TFS is continuing to monitor the daily update reports from the Bureau of Meteorology and we ask people to stay aware and up to date of the situation as there may be other restrictions and notifications over the next two days as the forecast develops. To report a fire, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Check with your local council for additional burning restrictions. For information visit www.fire.tas.gov.au

19.01.2022 Planned fuel reduction burn this Sunday May 3

19.01.2022 **Update 8 October 2020, 9.17am: This warning is no longer current. For a list of current warnings, visit https://bit.ly/3gE8W9M** The Bureau of Meteorology has... issued a Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds for people in King Island, Furneaux Islands, Western, North East, East Coast, North West Coast, Central Plateau and parts of Upper Derwent Valley, South East, Central North and Midlands Forecast Districts. Damaging East to Northeasterly Winds, averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100 km/h, are possible across much of Tasmania during Thursday. The strongest winds are expected during the morning and afternoon, with winds expected to ease by Thursday evening. Soils are very wet across much of Tasmania, and strong east to northeasterly winds are not common, so trees and infrastructure may be more susceptible than usual. A deep low pressure centre develops near King Island on Thursday and directs and strong, moisture-rich northeasterly airstream over Tasmanian throughout the day. The low moves over the state and away to the southeast during Friday. NOTE: A separate Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall has also been issued. Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, St Helens, Swansea, Strahan and Queenstown. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. * Manage pets and livestock. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. For more information on this warning, visit https://bit.ly/3iw80Fi

18.01.2022 Always keep anything flammable at least two metres away from heaters or fireplaces to avoid them catching on fire.

18.01.2022 Here is a photo which shows it’s important to crawl down low and go go go if there was a fire in your home. The smoke layers are thicker and substantially hotter higher up. You have a much better chance of escaping a fire by crawling along the floor to an exit.

17.01.2022 Worth down loading.

15.01.2022 It’s National Volunteer Week the perfect opportunity to say thank you to those who volunteer their time for the good of their community. We are sending an ext...ra big thanks to our 5000+ TFS volunteers who work both on the frontline and behind the scenes to keep our communities safe. #NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2020

13.01.2022 We would like to thank the Bridport Hotel, and their customers, for their recent fundraiser for Bridport Fire BrigadeWe would like to thank the Bridport Hotel, and their customers, for their recent fundraiser for Bridport Fire Brigade

13.01.2022 This is worth a read coming in to the summer period!

12.01.2022 A reminder that as of today we have entered the fire permit period. If you wish to burn on your property, you can seek advice on how to get a free fire permit by calling TFS on 1800 000 699, or contact the permit officer in your local brigade.

11.01.2022 Working smoke alarms have alerted a family of six to a fire in their house in the early hours of this morning. Crews from Huonville, Grove and Franklin were cal...led to the family’s home at Agnes Street Ranelagh just before 4am to find a fire behind a wood heater which had been burning for some time in the wall cavity. The fire was caused by an incorrectly installed inbuilt wood heater, which over time had dried out the timber behind it causing it to eventually catch fire. The six occupants of the house, including two adults and four young children and teenagers, were woken by the smoke alarm, evacuated and alerted Tasmania Fire Service by calling Triple Zero. This is yet another example that working smoke alarms save lives by giving early warning when a fire starts in the home. A fire that starts in a wall cavity can burn undetected for some time. The family was woken by the smoke alarms after the fire eventually burnt through the internal wall and smoke entered the room. If they hadn’t been woken up the consequences could have been much worse, said Senior Station Officer Kier Wilson. Due to the early warning of the smoke alarm and the swift response from local crews, firefighters were able to contain the fire to the wall in the loungeroom, he said. The estimate of damage is $40,000. Tasmania Fire Service recommends smoke alarms are installed in every sleeping area, hallways and at the top of stairs, and that woodheaters are installed correctly.

11.01.2022 The weather at this time of the year is fickle. One day the weather can be perfect for burning and a couple of days later it's warmer and the wind picks up, ca...using those burns to escape. TFS has seen an increase in escaped burns on private property over the last couple of weeks. We encourage property owners to use favourable weather conditions to burn and reduce fuels to mitigate their bushfire risk, but this must be done safely . If you're planning to burn on your property you must be adequately prepared for the size of the burn and for the weather conditions you are burning in. You should also keep checking it in the days after it's been extinguished.

09.01.2022 If you're driving and see a stationary or slow moving emergency vehicle with lights flashing, you must slow to 40km/h when passing. Emergency service first res...ponders are there to help keep the community safe, do your part and slow down to keep them safe! For further info see: https://www.rsac.tas.gov.au/slow-down-for-emergency-vehicles

09.01.2022 Bridport Fire Brigade newly elected officers are from left, Fourth Officer Dylan Olden, Third Officer Peter Groves, Second Officer Nick Arnold and Brigade Captain Matthew Hartley. The elections, held every five years, were conducted by Acting District Officer Rick Mahnken, as the Returning Officer, on February 19. Rick thanked the outgoing officers for their dedication and service and the large attendance of Bridport Volunteer firefighters. Also attending was Group Officer Lloyd Haywood.

07.01.2022 Weather permitting the PWS will be undertaking planned burns across three burn units at Bridport commencing this Sunday 1 November 2020 and continuing through t...o and including Wednesday 4 November 2020. The total area of the burn will be approximately 23 hectares, and is likely to take three to four days to complete. Smoke may persist some days afterwards depending on wind conditions. During burning operations public access to this area will be restricted. Residents and visitors are advised that all access tracks to the Wild Flower Reserve and all walking tracks will be closed during and after the burn until it is safe for public access. The public is asked to remain well out of the burn site while the burn is taking place and for the following days until safety checks have been made along tracks and trails. Please comply with directions from staff or any signs if you are in the area. While the fire intensity will be low, it will generate flames, smoke and ash. People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn. Advice is available from the Department of Health and Human Services website or Asthma Australia. For further information contact the PWS Northern Region on phone 6777 2179. A map of planned burns is available on the Tasmania Fire Service website.

06.01.2022 Planning to burn on your property this weekend? Make sure you follow these steps to ensure your burn is safe: Contact your local council for information on ...burning in your area Seek advice from, and register your burn with TFS by calling 1800 000 699 to avoid an unwanted visit from your local brigade Notify your neighbours Ensure you have an adequate water supply nearby Never leave fire unattended Call TFS on Triple Zero if you lose control of your burn For more information about removing fire hazards from your property safely visit www.fire.tas.gov.au

06.01.2022 Have you enough entry room for our Tasmanian Fire Service vehicles?

05.01.2022 Here’s the map of the impacted areas:

05.01.2022 http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show

03.01.2022 We're on the hunt for cars again! Do you have an old clunker lying around that you need to get rid of? TFS firefighters use real cars for road crash rescue trai...ning exercises to ensure our scenarios are as close to real-life as possible. If you have an old unserviceable whole car that you are willing to donate to TFS please get in touch. We can arrange collection of your car and donations can be made by contacting your closest TFS regional office during business hours. South: (03) 6166 5500 North: (03) 6777 3666

03.01.2022 Mount Field - alpine area walks to close prior to planned burn Weather permitting the alpine area and walks beyond Lake Dobson at Mt Field National Park will be... closed to undertake a planned, fuel reduction burn in the Broad River Valley, for a period of two days. The proposed timeframe to undertake the burn is between 26 October and 5 November. The exact date will be dependent on prevailing weather conditions. Scheduled dates will be posted on the PWS website and on location at the Mount Field Visitor Centre and Lake Dobson carpark prior to the planned burn being undertaken. To ensure public safety, access to the area will be restricted prior and during burning operations. This is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing the bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities. Further information is available by contacting Mount Field Visitor Centre on 03 6288 1149.

02.01.2022 Today is national first responders day! We would like to pass on thanks everyone who has who has spent time on the ground as a first responder. Does not mater weather we are a volunteer or paid, TFS, SES, Ambulance or Police. You and your families go through so much to keep everyone safe from harm. THANK YOU ALL!!

02.01.2022 A Fuel Reduction Burn will be conducted, weather permitting: - from Sunday 1 November through to Wednesday 4 November - at Bridport Golf Club, Bridport Wildflow...er Block 1 and Bridport Wildflower Block 2 - of around 23 hectares - which will take 3-4 days to complete For further information about this burn, contact the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service on phone 6464 3008 or visit www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow ___________ Weather permitting, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn from Sunday 1 November through to Wednesday 4 November at Bridport Golf Club, Bridport Wildflower Block 1 and Bridport Wildflower Block 2, as part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing the bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities. People are asked to remain well out of the burn site while the burn is taking place and for the following days until safety checks have been made along tracks and trails. Please comply with directions from staff or any signs if you are in the area. While the fire intensity will be low, it will generate flames, smoke and ash. People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn. Additional health, asthma, and air quality information is available at: https://www.health.tas.gov.au/publiche.../air/bushfire_smoke https://asthma.org.au/about-asthma/triggers/bushfire-smoke https://epa.tas.gov.au//real-time-air-quality-data-for-tas See more

01.01.2022 Such a devastating fire season so far. Our condolences to all the families and friends of the lost hero’s