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Broadford Fire Brigade

Locality: Broadford, Victoria

Address: 47-51 Hamilton Street 3658 Broadford, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and parts ...of Central, East Gippsland and Northern Country Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:21 pm Thursday, 17 December 2020. SEVERE STORMS ACROSS CENTRAL AND EASTERN VIC Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: A broad low pressure trough and high atmospheric moisture leading to favourable storm environment over much of Victoria today. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Warning area is likely to expand eastwards during the day, and contract from central districts during the evening. Severe thunderstorms may continue overnight in eastern Victoria. Locations which may be affected include Shepparton, Seymour, Melbourne, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Traralgon, Sale, Moe and Bairnsdale. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live. * Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline. The next warning is due to be issued by 5:25 pm. If severe thunderstorms develop in the Melbourne Area, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area.

25.01.2022 Today we say a big Happy Father's Day to all our dads & grandad's out there, those that have served and continue to serve in our ranks. Those dad's and grandad's who support us daily in the work we undertake. We especially give thanks to those dad's and grandad's that have passed and continue to be in our hearts and minds. A happy Fathers Day to you all!

25.01.2022 *WARNING- THESE IMAGES OF A FAST MOVING BUSHFIRE MAY BE DISTURBING TO SOME PEOPLE* It's easy to underestimate how dangerous wildfires can be. And, how rapidly a situation can change. Do you have an escape plan? What is your key to leaving?

24.01.2022 It's that time of year again folks....

24.01.2022 Mitchell Shire Council Mitchell Shire Council Fire Information Murrindindi Shire Council

24.01.2022 Something to think about from our neighbors at Kilmore.

24.01.2022 MOBILE PHONES WHILE DRIVING KILL New mobile phone detection cameras on Victoria’s roads are snapping one in every 50 drivers. Two cameras being trialled caught ...4000 motorists doing the wrong thing in just four weeks. This technology is already catching thousands of distracted drivers,'' Police Minister Lisa Neville said. The results were especially worrying because roads are less congested, which should reduce the temptation for drivers to reach for their phones. Victoria Police Assistant Commissioner Libby Murphy said it showed mobile phone use was an ingrained behaviour in Victorian drivers. The cameras likely to be made permanent after a three month trial are detecting distracted drivers at twice the rate they did when introduced in NSW. Research shows the cameras could prevent almost 100 fatal and serious injury crashes a year.

23.01.2022 Were those little drafts annoying you during winter? Well guess what? Embers loooove those spaces! Time to fix up the drafts! Whether it’s roof tiles, doors or windows. Don’t forget the garage door!

22.01.2022 Tomorrow is R U OK?Day, a reminder to start a conversation that could change a life today, tomorrow and any day it's needed. Learn what to say after R U OK? so ...you can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. Visit www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay #RUOK See more

22.01.2022 Are you trying to get on top of your fire season preparations? Burning off permits for windrows (piles), stumps, logs and vegetation larger than 75mm in diamete...r are needed from 1 October. We've prepared a handy checklist to help you burn off safely. All open-air burning requires notification to VicFire (1800 668 511) Fires are not to be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, smog alert days or during the CFA declared Fire Danger Period In many areas, including residential, you can only burn off on Wednesdays and Saturdays but you need to let the VicFire line know to avoid unnecessary brigade call outs Make sure you have a clear area around your burn and plenty of water available Find out more about burning off in Mitchell Shire: https://bit.ly/34b8Ulf

22.01.2022 ## PLANNED BURN NOTIFICATION ## Pyalong Fire Brigade Tooborac, Victoria, Australia, Hilldene Fire Brigade Heathcote Fire Brigade

22.01.2022 Firefighters try to always be vigilant as to their state of hydration during incidents. So too, if you need to actively protect your home during a grass or bushfire you also need to be aware of your state of hydration. The below chart may help give you an idea as to your state of hydration and remember, the late stages of dehydration being dizziness, nausea, headache, cramps etc. all require immediate attention. It is recommended that when undertaking physical activity in extreme weather conditions (greater than 30C, accompanied by extremely low or high levels of humidity) that you drink up to 1200 ml of water per hour with a 600 ml electrolyte replacement drink per hour.

22.01.2022 Fantastic idea to promote charity in Australia with the release of this coin. If you find one in your change please donate it to a worthwhile charity of your choosing. Locally we have coin collection tins in supporting businesses and we of course would also love and appreciate you donating your coins to us on occasion.

22.01.2022 As volunteers we appreciate the support that businesses provide. This year the ARTC (Australian Rail Track Corp) kindly funded our purchase of torches for our members. Thanks ARTC.

21.01.2022 Leaving campfires unattended or abandoned is totally irresponsible.

20.01.2022 Merry Christmas from all of us to all of you!

19.01.2022 When preparing your bushfire survival plan, you also need to plan and prepare for the safety of your pets. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/pets-and-bushfires

19.01.2022 Thinking about burning off? Only a few weeks til a council permit is required.

17.01.2022 With some warm weather upon us it's a timely reminder that summer is just around the corner and you should be well underway with your fire prevention works. You should understand local council rules apply for any burning off. Never too late to put a fire plan together though!

17.01.2022 Tomorrow November 28 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country fire districts.

15.01.2022 Today Broadford volunteers responded to a grass fire out at the water treatment plant. Our thanks is extended to Strath Reedy and Kilmore brigade volunteers for their assistance. Bird into an electrical transformer was unfortunate cause.

14.01.2022 If Captain Koala can do it, so can you! Plan and prepare!

13.01.2022 AusNet Services: Sorry, the critical power outage in BROADFORD has been delayed until 05:00 PM 02/10 www.myelec.info/2358-c

13.01.2022 In the early hours of this morning Broadford volunteers responded to smoke alarms operating at a residential address in Broadford. Fortunately it was only a faulty alarm triggering the call. Good reminder to everyone to ensure they have replaced the battery in their smoke alarms, cleaned and tested them on a regular basis. Our thanks to Kilmore volunteers for also responding.

12.01.2022 Some Broadford residents will be affected by today's scheduled power outage between 8.30am and 4pm. Ausnet sent out notices to affected residents in last couple of weeks.

12.01.2022 Declared period for Mitchell Shire

11.01.2022 CFA has enhanced its volunteering with CFA portal. For those thinking of joining please take a look. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteer-careers/volunteers

10.01.2022 It's a while ago now but nonetheless the message is still pertinent. If we only bothered to take off 5.

10.01.2022 It's almost that time of year when we drag out the barbie for another season..... https://youtu.be/8gahb6Lnksg

10.01.2022 Summer and the fire season are coming... How well prepared do you think you are?

10.01.2022 Broadford volunteers responded this afternoon to a reported truck fire on the Hume Highway. Fortunately the incident was an oil leak onto the truck engine block which was producing smoke. Our thanks to neighbouring brigades for their assistance, Strath Reedy and Tallarook .

08.01.2022 Leaves are great on trees! But, not in your gutter...

07.01.2022 Bad Elf missing!

05.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Central, South West and parts of East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland ...Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:01 pm Sunday, 6 September 2020. DAMAGING NORTHERLY WINDS DEVELOPING ON MONDAY Weather Situation: Strong northerly winds will increase on Monday morning, ahead of a cold front expected to move across Victoria on Tuesday. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are possible over elevated areas (above 500 metres) in western and central parts from dawn, extending to remaining western and central parts of the warning area during Monday morning. DAMAGING WINDS with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are possible over eastern ranges from early afternoon. Strong winds are expected to last until Tuesday morning, when they will start to ease from the west. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

05.01.2022 Worth the watch. Planning ahead can be done easily with the family. All it would take is a simple conversation over dinner.

04.01.2022 Love this silo art in Colbinabbin

04.01.2022 How do you get help in an emergency?

03.01.2022 Broadford volunteers wish all our residents a very merry Christmas and a safe new year!

01.01.2022 Road Safety Week is an opportunity to highlight the devastating impact motor vehicle collisions have on our loved ones and our first responders. CFA responded t...o a total of 4,350 motor vehicle collisions last year and during the warmer months we saw an increase on the monthly average. We know Victorians are making plans to get back on the road this weekend and over summer. We are asking you to make sure every journey you make is a safe one.

01.01.2022 One picture is worth one thousand words! What are you going to do about it?!?