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25.01.2022 Important update for our community on brigade training for this fire season

25.01.2022 Please note The Fire Danger Ratings for the Mallee and Wimmera have increased from Severe to Extreme for tomorrow’s Total Fire Ban. Remember- No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 27 Dec 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 27 Dec 2020.

25.01.2022 Targeted at Brigade Management Team members, this workshop is a two-hour version of the existing full day program and is intended to provide an introduction to Leading Change. This workshop explores ways to understand the phases of change and the kinds of behaviours, challenges and rewards that can come along on the journey to a new way of thinking or doing something.

25.01.2022 A short update for our District 20 Members with the return of Stage 3 restrictions.

24.01.2022 You should never wait to receive an official warning before you leave. Fires can start quickly and threaten homes and lives within minutes. Warnings are issued when a fire has started and you need to take action.... Make sure you understand the three levels of warnings and what they mean. You may have noticed some changes to the icons on the VicEmergency website. Victoria has adopted the Australian Warning System - a new national approach to information and warnings during emergencies and natural disasters like fire, flood, severe weather, extreme heat and cyclones. Keep an eye out for the new icons on the VicEmergency app! https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrict/about-warnings

24.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Today, Saturday 05/12/2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee and Wimmera. No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Sat, 5 Dec 2020 and 23:59 on Sat, 5 Dec 2020.... Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over summer - visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

24.01.2022 If you are planning on burning off to clean up your property, prior to the Fire Danger Period, make sure you check your local council bylaws, and register your burn off on 1800668511. By registering your burn off, it means our brigades won’t be called unnecessarily #registeryourburnoff #burnoffnotificationline #savesunecessarycallouts #cfadistrict20

24.01.2022 Private burn-offs The best way to defend homes is to prepare before the fire danger period begins, including cleaning up gardens, gutters and removing flammable waste from yards. As well as registering burn-offs, there are some basic rules to follow such as checking the weather conditions, monitoring the wind, and following local council laws and regulation.... Property owners have legal obligations when burning off. Failing to comply with local council by-laws and state legislation can lead to a fine. For more information about burning off, go to cfa.vic.gov.au/burnoff Burn-offs can be registered by calling ESTA on 1800 668 511 or emailing [email protected]. If you light a fire without a permit during the Fire Danger Period, you could be charged with breaking the law. Penalties may include a fine up to $19,342 and/or up to 12 months imprisonment.

24.01.2022 CFA is taking part in the Victorian Farmers Federation Grains Group Annual Pre-harvest Roadshow Webinar. If you are a grain farmer in District 20, join the webinar to hear briefings on critical grain industry issues to ensure your harvest ready. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ixm0tTSFSISF4pAmQj59FA... #harvestsafety #d20farmers #CFADistrict20

23.01.2022 While celebrating Grand Final this weekend, make sure to stay fire safe around those BBQ's! If you haven't already, check the following to ensure there is no unexpected surprises: -Check your gas bottle for wear and tear on hoses and for any leaks. -Ensure your BBQ is away from any flammable items such as cardboard or dry grass.... -Clean out your grease tray beneath the BBQ - Make sure you don't burn your snags! Have a great weekend being COVID and fire safe and let the best team win! #Grandfinal #BBQsafety #CovidSafe #GeelongVRichmond #Staysafe #Checkyourgasbottles #Every1comeshome

23.01.2022 The District 20 Hose Testing trailer in use last Tuesday night at Kerang Fire Brigade. If any brigade wishes to book in to use the trailer to test their own hoses, please contact your BASO .

21.01.2022 Loddon and Campaspe Fire Danger Period has been signed off and will come into effect on the 23/11/2020 at 0100hrs. For more information about what you can or can't do throughout the declared Fire Danger Period go to https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can #Firedangerperiod #CampaspeandLoddon #CFADistrict20 #Staysafe

21.01.2022 District 20 office closure Friday, 23rd August 2020 A friendly reminder that the CFA District 20 offices in both Kerang & Echuca will be closed for the Grand Final Eve public holiday tomorrow and will reopen from 8.30am Monday 26th, October. We hope you all have a fantastic weekend!... The D20 Team

21.01.2022 !!Haystack fires!! Have a look at the video below with Luke Waterson providing some information about haystack fires and how to ensure they are safe. #Haystacks #Besafe #cfadistrict20

21.01.2022 Before burning off, follow these steps to register your burn and avoid an unnecessary visit from your local brigade

20.01.2022 Want to know what you Can and Can’t do during the Fire Danger Period and on a Total Fire Ban day? Click the link to find out more >> www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

20.01.2022 Campaspe & Loddon Fire Danger Period Recommendation District 20 Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Bryan Suckling, has made his recommendation to the Chief Officer that the Fire Danger Period should commence in the Loddon and Campaspe Shires on Monday 23rd November 2020, at 0100 hrs. We will advise once this recommendation has been confirmed. #loddon #campaspe #firedangerperiod #prepareyourproperties #staysafe #every1comeshome

19.01.2022 Do Know Your Total Fire Ban District Victoria is divided into nine Fire Districts which are based on council boundaries. Make sure you always know what fire district you are in whether at home or travelling.... https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings/find-your-fire-district #cfa #district20 #knowyourfiredistrict #every1comeshome

19.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN REMINDER Today, Saturday 28/11/30 is a day of total fire ban in District 20 across the Mallee and Northern Country, meaning NO fire can be lit between 00.01 and 23.59

19.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN TODAY Today, Sunday 27 Dec 2020, has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central fire districts. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air until 11:59PM.... Check what you can and can't do www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

18.01.2022 Reminder - TOTAL FIRE BAN TODAY - Sunday 15 November 2020 Today, Sun, 15 Nov 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 15 Nov 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 15 Nov 2020.

18.01.2022 With the Fire Danger Period fast approaching, take this opportunity to clean up around your yard and home and dispose of the greenways for free

18.01.2022 Working smoke alarms save lives When changing your clocks tonight, make sure to test your smoke alarms. Here’s to longer days and fun outside! ... #staysafe #daylightsavings #checkyoursmokealarms #cfadistrict20

18.01.2022 Reminder to Brigades that the changes to the radio call signs come into effect today 1/9/2020.

18.01.2022 Information & Briefing Sessions CFA District 20 will be facilitating a number of online information sessions and tutorials over the coming months, in order to support our operational preparedness for the upcoming summer with consideration to current COVID-19 public health restrictions. The health and safety of our people is our number one priority, particularly concerning the prevention of COVID-19 infection and the inherent risks of operational firefighting. Therefore... it is critical that we offer this virtual opportunity via the application of MS Teams, as an alternative to the way we have previously undertaken our pre-summer activities. We fully appreciate that this experience will be different and for some more challenging; however the necessity to ensure our objectives are achieved in terms of enhancing the awareness and understanding of supporting operational doctrine and procedures; along with the application of critical decision making processes; is essential to ensure safe and effective firefighting operations. As such, we will offer as much support as possible to enable our members to actively engage in these opportunities; with a particular focus on the access and use of MS Teams as our preferred delivery platform. We have just emaild out the following flyer outlining the schedule of events, along with some ‘cheat sheets’ to help get you started with MS Teams. As always, our district staff are there to assist should you have any issues with this please contact a member of your catchment team in the first instance. We expect that this approach will be quite new to a lot of people, as such we have dedicated the first session to using and navigating MS Teams along with a general introduction to some of the staff within the District 20 team. While we expect that those who perform the roles of crew leader and above will have a particular interest in these sessions; we are deliberately offering this to our broader membership as enhanced knowledge and understanding gained throughout, will seek to better develop our capability and resilience in dealing with emergency incidents. A tremendous amount of work has gone into preparing this program; and we are really excited to be able to offer this opportunity to our members during these challenging times. Similar formats have been utilised in other District across CFA with great success; and we too look forward to this being an effective tool that we can seek to build upon and better support our member engagement into the future. In doing so, we also seek your thoughts and feedback on the sessions and program overall this can be done via the feedback forms that are made available throughout. Thankyou for your ongoing support and commitment; and we look forward to offering this opportunity to you all.

18.01.2022 Reminder The Fire Danger Period commences today in the Gannawarra Shire

17.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Sun, 27 Dec 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 27 Dec 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 27 Dec 2020.

17.01.2022 In our travels recently throughout the District, we've noticed a lot of hay currently being cut. With hay season upon us and hay cutting already commenced in some areas, it is timely to ensure when cutting your crop for hay, the correct moisture content is reached before baling to reduce future risk of haystack fires. The VFF have developed some handy tips for pre-baling as well as safety measures for post baling storage. #Checkyourmoisturecontent #Balesforfeednotfire #CFADis...trict20 For more information visit: www.vff.org.au/

16.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Saturday 05/12/2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee and Wimmera. No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Sat, 5 Dec 2020 and 23:59 on Sat, 5 Dec 2020.... Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over summer - visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

15.01.2022 VESEP 2020-21 Grant Applications are now open! Applications close to District- 16th November. Information has been sent to Groups and Brigades via email. Further detailed information can be found via Members Online: http://cfaonline.cfa.vic.gov.au/mycfa/Show

15.01.2022 Don’t leave piles of green waste near your home. Reducing the vegetation around your home is one of the most important things you can do to keep your home safe in a bushfire. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/how-to-prepare-your-property

15.01.2022 This week is Fire Action Week which, in conjunction with the recent declaration of the Fire Danger Period for the Gannawarra area, is a good time to start preparing for the season ahead. Over the coming days we will cover off many ways to ensure you are both prepared for yourself and your property. !! Emergency Kits !!... What have you packed in your Emergency Kit? Your Emergency Kit should contain essential items - like important documents, water, a mobile phone and charger, medicines and a change of clothes. Please visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au for more information #Staysafe #EmergencyKit #Befireready #dontleaveittoolate

15.01.2022 During times of restrictions in Victoria, it has been important that Members be able to identify themselves if asked, when responding to an incident and returning home. If you do not currently have a Member ID card, or yours has expired, we suggest you apply for one using the below information. Please contact your Captain or BASO if you have any questions.

14.01.2022 PLEASE NOTE CFA has revoked the Total Fire Ban from 1500 hours (3pm) in both the Mallee and Wimmera Total Fire Ban Districts. Today was declared a day of Total Fire Ban (TFB) for the Mallee and Wimmera districts based on the forecast of hot and dry conditions and strong winds. ... The conditions today are milder than predicted and the severe fire danger rating will not be reached. CFA is aware of the impact TFBs have on farming communities and associated agricultural practices and are constantly monitoring fire and weather conditions. Find out what you can and can't do on with fire restrictions here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

14.01.2022 Tomorrow, Saturday 28/11/20 will see elevated Fire Danger Ratings! Do you know what the Fire Danger Ratings mean and what you should do Check out the information below, or visit >> https://cdn.cfa.vic.gov.au//b253d413-aa46-600c-e529-e4f9e1... And Keep up to date with daily Fire Danger Ratings at >> https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warn/total-fire-bans-and-ratings

14.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Saturday 28/11/20 Tomorrow, Saturday 28/11/2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country. No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Sat, 28 Nov 2020 and 23:59 on Sat, 28 Nov 2020.... Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over summer - visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

13.01.2022 R U OK Day 2020 This year has been one of change, challenges and adjusting to a new normal, and it’s important for us to stay connected and support those around us. Here is some information on what to do after you ask someone ' Are You OK?' Remember, everyday is a good day to check in on someone around you, and it is also important to look after yourself daily too.... Take care everyone.

13.01.2022 Introducing the District 20 Hose Testing Trailer Watch as Commander Mick Masters takes us through this useful and valuable resource, which is available for use by all brigades in our district. The hose testing trailer was made possible through a recent successful grant application.... For any brigade wishing to utilize the trailer to complete their hose testing, please contact your Catchment Team to arrange an available date.

13.01.2022 HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast tomorrow for parts of Victoria. DHHS have indicated high levels of pollen, combining with severe thunderstorm forecasts in Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and South West districts. If you have asthma or hay fever, plan ahead and have your asthma medication on hand.... Stay up-to-date and visit VicEmergency: http://go.vic.gov.au/x8Kfj6' #Staysafe #Thunderstorms #Thunderstormasthmawarning #DHHS

13.01.2022 Gannawarra Fire Danger Period Recommendation District 20 Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Peter Taylor has made his recommendation to the Chief Officer that the Fire Danger Period should commence in the Gannawarra Shire on Monday 19th October 2020, at 0100 hrs. We will advise once this recommendation has been confirmed.... #gannawarra #firedangerperiod #prepareyourproperties #staysafe #every1comeshome

12.01.2022 On Sunday 29th November, District 20 conducted a bomber reloaders skills maintenance day with Instructor Eain McCrae who provided excellent knowledge to the returning bomber reloaders as well as a couple of new faces to join the crew. Whenever using aircraft in training it’s important to get the best bang for our buck. This year, we utilised the existing aircraft available supporting the bomber reloading refresher to incorporate an Aircraft Communication Effectiveness course ...for identified Crew Leaders and emerging brigade members. This course was facilitated by ACFO John (KAT) Katikouznos from CFA HQ who is a subject matter expert and his knowledge sharing ensured everyone left the course with more knowledge on aircraft communication, drop effectiveness and assessment. All up there was 20 people attend from all over the District. A great day was had by all and congratulations to everyone, including the people behind the scenes that made it all happen. The COVID Safe overlay meant there were more challenges to facilitate the course however like always D20 personnel rose to the occasion and succeeded. Well done to all. #aircraftsafety #aircraftcommunications #watchforthedrop #CFADistrict20

12.01.2022 There are only 2 Crew Leader Briefing sessions left! Note- This weeks registrations close tomorrow morning at 8:00 am.

11.01.2022 With tomorrow’s elevated Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire ban, do you want to keep up to date with any emergency warnings and information in your area? Download the VicEmergency App, the official app for emergency warnings and information.... This app is just one tool to assist you to access emergency warnings and information, however you should never rely on just one information channel. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/vicemergency-app

11.01.2022 Please see the latest update regarding the Pre-Season training requirements for Operational Members

11.01.2022 The Staff at District 20 would like to wish all our members and their families, a safe and happy Christmas filled with love, laughter and too much food! Please note, our offices in Kerang and Echuca will be closed from lunch tomorrow, Thursday 24th and all public holidays over the Christmas and new Year period.

11.01.2022 With today’s hot weather, here’s a few other reminders!! Never leave kids and animals in cars Check on elderly or vulnerable family, friends and neighbors Keep well hydrated ... Try and avoid the heat as much as possible, seek shade and cool when you can to avoid heat stress/stroke if you need to be outside, cover up and remember to ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ Make sure animals have plenty of water and shade See more

10.01.2022 Fire Danger Period Reminder Campaspe and Loddon Shire’s Fire Danger Period commenced this morning, meaning the whole of District 20 is in FDP. Want to know what you Can and Can’t do during the Fire Danger Period and on a Total Fire Ban day? Click the link to find out more >> www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

09.01.2022 Victorians can now apply for permits online using the Fire Permits Victoria website Applications for permits can now be made online at https://firepermits.vic.gov.au. Once lodged, these will be reviewed in accordance with legislation. ... So, If you’re planning your next burnoff, outdoor catering event or celebration using fireworks, Fire Permits Victoria should be your first stop to check, apply and notify firepermits.vic.gov.au

09.01.2022 Happy Sad Man is a charming and uplifting documentary that provides a truthful look at men’s mental health with insight into the lives of five very different Australian men. Touching, funny and tender, this must-see documentary is set to shine a light on and change the dialogue around masculinity and mental health. Click here to register https://www.members.cfa.vic.gov.au/mycfa/Show)

08.01.2022 Registration link has been sent out for this weeks session. If you have not received this email, please contact Lisa on [email protected]. This is the last of our general sessions, before we commence our Crew Leader Pre Season Briefings during October. We will also be discussing the continuation of these general sessions in our Q&A time this week.

08.01.2022 Have you registered for this weeks online Information & Briefing Session? This week we are discussing Dynamic Risk Assessments, and Readiness Activities. This is open to ALL District 20 Members. If you haven't received a link to register, please either contact your BASO, or Lisa Brettschneider on 0439327837 / [email protected]

08.01.2022 Understanding Warnings and Emergency Information You should never wait to receive an official warning before you leave. Fires can start quickly and threaten homes and lives within minutes. Understand the levels of warnings and don’t expect warnings to be issues in any particular order. The first warning you could get could be an Emergency Warning.... https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrict/about-warnings

07.01.2022 Fantastic news out of Leitchville yesterday when Minister Mark Gepp announced the much needed upgrade of the Leitchville Fire Station. Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Bryan Suckling said ‘We're very excited about the Leitchville station funding. Their new station will service the brigade and community for many years, providing a much-improved facility and space to support all brigade functions. It's always pleasing to receive funding for our hard-working brigades, particularly where their building is no longer fit for purpose.’ Congratulations to the Brigade and we look forward to seeing the end result!

07.01.2022 As the fire season nears closer and closer, it is timely that you commence property preparation before the risks increase and the Fire Danger Period is declared in your areas. Please see the below media release which provides some handy tips for preparing your property as well as the need for registering your burn offs. #Mediarelease #CFAdistrict20 #prepareactsurvive #propertypreperation

07.01.2022 With rain forecast towards the end of the week, it is a timely reminder for our farmers on the combustion cycle within hay bales and stacks. For more information go to https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/hay-and-fire-safety #Haystacksafety #balesforfeednotfire #Haybalecombustioncycle #Every1comeshome

07.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN - Tomorrow, Sun, 15 Nov 2020 Tomorrow, Sun, 15 Nov 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 15 Nov 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 15 Nov 2020.

06.01.2022 This New Year's Eve, don't let your celebrations put your community at risk. With many official displays now cancelled, we urge you to avoid the dangers of illegal fireworks. Don't ruin the party by letting your fireworks become a grassfire!!... #notoillegalfireworks #celebratesafe #grassfiresafety #every1comeshome

06.01.2022 Invites for the first Crew leader Pre-Season Briefing sessions have been sent out Please register your interest on the email sent to those applicable to attend. There will be 4 sessions available, on Thursday nights during October. You are only required to attend one, however you are welcome to join more if you wish. ... We hope to see you all online.

06.01.2022 Residents in Budgerum and surrounding areas may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the Barapa Land & Water cultural burn today. The 18 ha Budgerum Streamside Reserve burn is 30 km south west of Kerang aims to reduce leaf litter and promote the growth of native plants and grasses in the landscape to maintain healthy Country. The burn was nominated and will be led by Barapa Land & Water with support from Forest Fire Management Victoria.... We understand that smoke from planned burns may cause concern and encourage those who are sensitive to smoke to remain indoors and keep windows closed until the smoke passes. Under the current public health advice, our planned burning program can continue for now. If that advice changes, we will make any adjustments necessary in consultation with Victorian Department of Health & Human Services, Environment Protection Authority Victoria, CFA (Country Fire Authority) and Vic Emergency. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue operations across the state. To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you go to www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226.

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05.01.2022 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 undertake before the bushfire season. For further information go to How to Prepare Your Property via the link below. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/pla/how-to-prepare-your-property

05.01.2022 Gannawarra Fire Danger Period has been signed off and will come into effect on the 19/10/2020 at 0100hrs. For more information about what you can or can't do throughout the declared Fire Danger Period go to https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

05.01.2022 !! Fire Action Week !! Have you checked your local forecast fire danger ratings? It is a great habit to get into over the summer months to regularly check the fire danger ratings for both where you live but also anywhere you may be travelling near or to.... To find fire danger ratings for your area you can visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/war/total-fire-bans-and-ratings/ on you PC or turn on the Fire Danger Ratings/Total Fire Bans layer on the Vic Emergency App. Keep safe, up to date, and ready this summer season! #Firedangerratings #Vicemergencyapp #keepinformed #staysafe #CFADistrict20

04.01.2022 Reminder ! All skills maintenance training during Stage 3 restrictions has been postponed until further notice. There is however, lots of short, online courses available to members through LMS

03.01.2022 Echuca residents please take note of this burn off currently taking place in Moama. Smoke is visible in the area.

03.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARATION Tuesday 01/12/2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee and Wimmera. No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Tue, 1 Dec 2020 and 23:59 on Tue, 1 Dec 2020.... Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over summer - visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

02.01.2022 !! Fire Action Week !! Did you know that the Vic Emergency App has different map overlays to show you different weather related risks such as a thunderstorm tracker, rain radar, wind speed and directions as well as heat health alerts! When you open up your watch area, on the top right hand corner you will see a grey area where you will find the filter function. You can turn any of the above off or on depending on the risk at hand as well as, what would give you the necessary ...information to assist you in your decision on whether to stay or leave. If you haven't already, you can download the app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. For more information go to https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/about-this-si/introduction #Vicemergencyapp #beprepared #filterfunction #Fireactionweek #CFADistrict20

02.01.2022 For Loddon and Campaspe residents, there is still time to complete any burn off's required to prepare your property before Fire Danger Period commences in your areas. If you do undertake any burning, please phone the Burn Off Notifcation Line on 1800 668 511 to prevent an unnecessary visit from your local Brigade. For Gannawarra residents, NO burning is to be undertaken without a permit.... For more information on permits go to: https://www.gannawarra.vic.gov.au/Property/Lighting-Fires or visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warni/fire-danger-period-permits

02.01.2022 Echuca residents may see smoke in the area over the coming days, due to the RFS conducting planned burns. Remember when reporting a fire, please make sure you can see visible flames, not just smoke

01.01.2022 As the weather is starting to warm up, now is the perfect time to start clearing up around your property ahead of this year's Fire Danger Period Clean out your gutters Mow and slash your lawns and grass, and maintain these regularly Trim any dead bushes and trees... Make sure wood piles are stacked away from your house Remove all garden waste from your yard Rake up dead leaves and debris Don’t leave it until it’s to late. For further information visit >> https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/pla/how-to-prepare-your-property

01.01.2022 District 20 recently completed their 4th Captains Peer Mentor Program with 6 successful partnerships. The program participants came together last night for a final celebration dinner. They were fortunate enough to share their special evening with CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan and DCO Gavin Thompson. Overall the program was deemed a great success by all involved but with much less tangible outcomes than previous programs due to the COVID19 restrictions. A/ACFO Bryan S...uckling spoke about the importance of programs like these to support Captains to fill their tackleboxes with knowledge, skills and strong networks. Kris Wilms, State Program Coordinator, congratulated District 20 on yet another successful program and thanked all the participants for their integrity, strength and commitment to supporting each other as Captains and senior members of the district. As mentor Brendan Blake so eloquently said, There’s a ‘have a go’ attitude that permeates this organisation and keeps us strong. Congratulations to all our mentees and thank you to our wonderful team of mentors. #captainspeermentor #cfa #district20 #every1comeshome