Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade in Clarence Town, New South Wales | Community organisation

Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Clarence Town, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4015 0000

Address: 25 Grey Street 2321 Clarence Town, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Our Community First Responders, CFR, started 4 years ago. In that time, we have helped many people in our small community, responding to 000 calls to give medical aid as fast as possible. We need more members - Would you like to join our crew? You will become a member of the RFS and receive full training by NSW Ambulance. We have monthly training sessions and joint training days with the whole Brigade. Are you able to commit to being on call? Give us a call on 0417 651 577 or message us to find out more information

25.01.2022 The bushfire danger period in our area is now in place, this means you will now need a permit to burn. Heavy fines apply for the unsafe use of fire or if your fire escapes. For more information head over to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/safeburning you should also refer to councils open burning policy https://www.dungog.nsw.gov.au//open-burning-dungog-shire-c If you require further information or a permit in our area contact 02 4996 4454 or for surrounding areas contact Lower Hunter ...Fire Control Centre on 02 4015 0000 #NSWRFS #SafeBurning

25.01.2022 Its been a busy weekend for our volunteers, attending numerous calls in the area. Last night we responded all of our appliances to a motor vehicle accident, our Community First Responder's provided medical care until the arrival of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service and NSW Ambulance paramedics. This morning we braved the heat to continue to improve our skills in relay pumping. If you would like to join our team of dedicated volunteers send us a PM.

24.01.2022 Last summer's bush fires taught us some terrifying lessons about the importance of being prepared and having a plan. Learn from the experience of others this bush fire season.

23.01.2022 Today marks a year since we lost 2 of our colleagues, which sadly was only the start of the losses to our fire fighting family. It’s been a tough year for everyone, first the fires, then floods and of course Covid. Days like this are tough and support is available.... Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 For NSW RFS members, you can contact the Critical Incident Support Services Team or the Member Assistance Program for free support.

23.01.2022 A new way to notify your intention to burn is now available via www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify You must still follow councils clean air policy and notify your neighbours 24hrs prior.

23.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN TODAY Crews are onsite and about to commence a hazard reduction between Cemetery Road and Morris Lane Clarence Town. Please slow down and drive with caution in the area.

23.01.2022 Hello All Have you thought of joining the local volunteer fire brigade, its very rewarding and fun team environment, commitment is as much or as little time as you can put in, we supply all training and from the age of 16 you can join, for more information the station will be open this Saturday 19th September from 9am to 1pm

22.01.2022 Hello All Just a reminder that the station is open tomorrow from 9am to 1pm for Get ready weekend and or any inquiries that you may have

22.01.2022 You know the alert levels of Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning. The way these are displayed on our website and Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app is c...hanging. Soon you’ll see these new icons. It’s part of the new Australian Warning System, to help you receive consistent information in emergencies no matter where you live, work or travel. While the icons may look different, what they mean doesn't change - you should check for information about what to do to protect you and your family. Keep an eye out for the new icons later this week. Check https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au//gen/australian-warnings-system for info.

22.01.2022 Hello All As most people are aware, we had an exceptional fire season with the Clarence Town Brigade being extremely busy providing some 3000 people hours in response to over 45 fires outside the Clarence Town area, all over NSW. We are blessed to have such responsible residents that we didn’t have one fire in our local community. The closest fire was at Martins Creek which spotted over to the western side of Glen Oak that was seen and quickly extinguished. Now that we are en...joying the cooler weather we would like to say a big thank you to the local community for your support. When people just say THANKS it makes it seem all worthwhile. Also big thanks for all the locals who donated to the Brigade throughout the season. There are too many to name and while we were fighting fires we couldn’t keep up. We received approximately $8000 in donations and many other items. The money will be used to make the job of our members a little easier and comfortable, such as management/scheduling software, specialised and training equipment and Brigade clothing. On behalf of Clarence Town Rural fire brigade, THANK YOU.

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21.01.2022 This afternoon crews responded to a laundry fire along with Fire and Rescue NSW - Dungog 282 Station. Avoid a dryer fire, follow these three simple rules when using your dryer: Clean your lint filter before or after each use.... Ensure there is adequate airflow around your dryer. Don’t leave the dryer operating when you’re not home. See more

21.01.2022 With an increase in the use of hand sanitiser, we’d like to remind everyone that its contents are flammable. If you’re planning a BBQ this weekend, please ensur...e that you completely dry your hands after using hand sanitiser before coming into contact with a naked flame. #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable See more

20.01.2022 Fact: Only 6.9% of NSW was impacted by bush fire in the 2019/20 fire season. This means there is a significant bush fire risk for the coming 2020/21 fire season.... It only takes 5 minutes to improve or make a plan that will give your property, your family and yourself the best chance of survival. Get ready now at www.myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend See more

20.01.2022 Our paramedics and other frontline staff will follow new NSW Health guidelines and wear a surgical mask within 1.5m of patients. Just today, more than 100,000 surgical masks were delivered to NSW Ambulance and will be distributed statewide. #NSWAmbulance #STAYSAFE

20.01.2022 Santa is on schedule and will be visiting the streets of Clarence Town from around 4PM today. In his magical way he may appear in 2 places at once, so listen out for the siren and you will know he is on his way. He will visit Erringhi St and O’loughlin St estates, Glen William Rd to Fords Rd, The Meadows, Limeburners Creek Rd to Boatfalls Dr, Boatfalls estate, Waterview Rd, East Seaham Rd to the dirt, Riverdowns Estate, Brentwood Estate and Fotheringay and the streets in Clarence Town itself. From all of us at Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade we wish you all a safe and Merry Christmas.

20.01.2022 Hello All The station will be open this Saturday 19th September from 9am to 1pm to answer all your questions about the up and coming fire season on how to Prepare, Act and Survive, see you all there.

19.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow Tuesday the 1st will be Very High and all fire permits will be suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

19.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow Monday the 22nd will be Very High and all fire permits will be suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

17.01.2022 Great work by one of our locals yesterday!

16.01.2022 As we say goodbye to 2020, we would like to thank the community for their continued support and of course our volunteers for the commitment to making a difference where we can. With the challenges of a tough fire season followed by Covid-19 our volunteers have continued to commit tireless hours to the brigade. We have attended well over 200 incidents within our community including 165 calls with our Community First Responder team. Whatever your're up to tonight, stay safe and have a Happy New Year!

16.01.2022 The fire danger in our area today Sunday the 29th is Severe and a total fire ban is in place until midnight. In a Total Fire Ban no fire may be lit in the open and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions leaving early is the safest option for your survival. Well prepared homes that are actively defended can provide safety but only stay if you are physically and mentally prepared to defend in these conditions.

13.01.2022 On this day last year NSW recorded 17 concurrent Emergency Warnings. Communities in the Blue Mountains, Clarence Valley, Richmond Valley, Walcha, Armidale, Namb...ucca, Kempsey, Tenterfield, and the Mid Coast were all being impacted by fire. At 6pm 94 fires were burning across the state. While the losses on that day were significant they could have been far worse were it not for the extraordinary efforts of firefighters and community members. See more

13.01.2022 The Bushfire & Natural Hazards CRC, commissioned by the NSW RFS, is undertaking research into people’s experiences of the 2019-20 bush fires in NSW. They are in...terested in hearing a range of stories and views from people who were directly and indirectly affected by the fires, including residents and tourists from all parts of NSW. Interviews will take place via telephone or video conferencing. The results of the study will be used to inform strategies to improve community bush fire safety in NSW. More information around participation is available on the NSW RFS website at https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au//research-into-the-2019-2020-bu

12.01.2022 Take it easy on the roads this morning and remember if its flooded forget it!

11.01.2022 FLOOD WATCH INCLUDING HUNTER, PATERSON AND WILLIAMS CATCHMENTS Issued at 10:45 am EDT on Sunday 20 December 2020 Flood Watch Number: 2... FLOODING LIKELY FOR THE GWYDIR, PEEL, NAMOI, HUNTER, PATERSON AND WILLIAMS RIVER CATCHMENTS FROM MONDAY A slow-moving low pressure trough will deepen later Sunday or Monday. This trough will bring tropical moisture from North West Australia in a rainband that is expected to linger over northeast NSW. Heavy rainfall is likely with this slow moving weather system. Minor flood warnings are current for the Orara and Bellinger Rivers. The weather system is expected to cause riverine flooding for the catchments listed from Monday. Flood classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service. Catchments likely to be affected include: Goulburn and Upper Hunter Rivers minor flooding Wollombi Brook and Lower Hunter River minor flooding Paterson and Williams Rivers minor flooding Gwydir River minor flooding Peel River minor to moderate flooding Namoi River minor to moderate flooding Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchments: Nambucca River, Hastings River, Upper Macintyre River. For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/ For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood Flood Safety Advice: This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop. Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service. Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed. For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/wat/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au

10.01.2022 This long weekend, when you change your clocks, check your smoke alarm! Many smoke alarms installed before or in the couple of years since 2010 are now startin...g to reach the end of their life span and will need to be replaced if they are out of date. Don’t risk it, test it. Working smoke alarms help save lives. #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

10.01.2022 HELP TRIPLE ZERO (000) FIND YOU Being able to give your precise location in an emergency can save vital time and lives. Make sure you are prepared this summer by downloading the free #emergencyplus app with @what3words built in (as well as street address and GPS Coordinates) so you can #HelpTripleZeroFindYou.... Available on the App Store: https://fal.cn/3binl Android App available on the Google Play Store: https://fal.cn/3binm

09.01.2022 We have seen plenty of flash flooding here this afternoon, please continue to take care through the night.

07.01.2022 70 calls for assistance have been received by NSWSES Volunteers in the Hunter as a result of the Severe Thunderstorms that have impacted this evening. SES Volu...nteers will respond to these calls as quickly as possible. If you find yourself needing assistance, please call 132500 and speak to one of our operators. In a life threatening emergency call 000. After a storm has passed and you're checking for damage, be cautious of hazards around your property such as power lines or branches overhead. If powerlines are down, stay at least 8 metres away and contact your provider.

07.01.2022 Due to welcome rain today’s hazard reduction at Cemertery Rd has been postponed.

06.01.2022 It’s time to prepare your Emergency Survival Kit for bush fire season. Tell us what you’ll pack in your kit? And check out what's on this #getreadyweekend in your area at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/getready #nswrfs

06.01.2022 NOTICE OF PROPOSED HAZARD REDUCTION WORKS We wish to advise you that hazard reduction works are proposed in the vicinity of your property. This will consist of prescribed burning of vegetation to reduce the bush fire fuel and assist in reducing the intensity and adverse impact of bush fires in extreme weather conditions. The prescribed burning will be undertaken at Cemetery Rd Clarence Town... The burn will be undertaken by the Rural Fire Service and subject to weather conditions, is scheduled for Monday the 5th of October 2020 As the prescribed burn will generate smoke, hot embers and heat, it is important that you consider the following: Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes; Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns; Cover trampolines and remove netting to prevent ember burns; Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage; Remove washing from clotheslines; Ensure pets have a protected area; If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on; and If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice Should any further information be required, please contact the Lower Hunter Rural Fire Service office at East Maitland on 4015 0000 between 9am and 5:00pm weekdays. You can also obtain additional information on prescribed burning and property preparedness by accessing the NSW Rural Fire Service website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au. If weather conditions become unfavourable on the scheduled burn day, the hazard reduction burn will be postponed until conditions become suitable. Thank you for your cooperation

05.01.2022 Congratulations Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons very well deserved!

05.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow Sunday the 29th will be Severe and a total fire ban will be in place from midnight. In a Total Fire Ban no fire may be lit in the open and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions leaving early is the safest option for your survival. Well prepared homes that are actively defended can provide safety but only stay if you are physically and mentally prepared to defend in these conditions.

05.01.2022 CHANGE TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AT BRIG O'JOHNSTON BRIDGE // update via Transport for NSW. Please be advised that changed traffic conditions are now in place on Brig ...O’Johnston Bridge at Clarence Town, due to a vehicle impacting the bridge. As assessment of the damage was carried out today by Transport for NSW, and new load limits now apply. The bridge is now load limited to vehicles weighing 16 tonnes and under. Heavy vehicles (over 16 tonnes) will need to use an alternate detour route (see image below). This detour will add up to 50 kilometres to journeys, meaning heavy vehicle drivers should plan their journey and allow up to an additional 50 minutes’ travel time. A reduced speed limit will be in place for the safety of workers and motorists, so please ensure you drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control. At this stage, Transport for NSW advises that repairs to the bridge should be completed in two weeks (weather permitting). For the latest traffic updates, please download the Live Traffic NSW App, visit www.livetraffic.com, or call 132 701.

05.01.2022 Due to warm, dry and windy conditions the first total fire ban will be in place for the 2020/21 fire season. Very high fire danger is forecast for north east NS...W on Fri 25 September, with a total fire ban to be in force for the Far North Coast. Check and review your bush fire survival plan. See more

04.01.2022 Know what to do when you hear a siren or see the flashing blue or red lights of an approaching emergency vehicle? When you hear a siren or see the flashing blu...e or red lights of an approaching emergency vehicle: * Give way to the emergency vehicle if you are stopped do not move until it is safe to proceed, even if the traffic light is green. If you are moving, you must slow down and stop if necessary to avoid a collision with the emergency vehicle. * Move out of the way as soon as you can safely do so * Move over as much as you can to the left-hand side of the road or, if possible, move onto the road shoulder or breakdown lane. On multi-lane roads, try to move into the left lane to let the emergency vehicle pass * Drivers on both sides of the road should be prepared to move out of the path of emergency vehicles * Emergency vehicles with sirens sounding or lights flashing responding to urgent situations are not required to follow the rules, as long as it is safe for them to do so. Drivers should always be extra cautious when they see flashing lights or hear sirens. https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au//approaching-emerg

02.01.2022 The fire season and Covid-19 didn’t stop our 4 newest CFR members from finishing their training. With restrictions easing our members managed to get back together on Monday night to conduct our monthly maintenance of skills training. Although Alex, Emma, Di and Joel have been responding to calls for help in our community for a few months now, we managed to have a belated certificate presentation for them. Congratulations team!

02.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow Saturday the 27th will be Very High and all fire permits will be suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

01.01.2022 Santa has been in touch and confirmed that he will be visiting us on Christmas Eve from around 4pm He will visit Erringhi St and O’loughlin St estates, Glen William Rd to Fords Rd, The Meadows, Limeburners Creek Rd to Boatfalls Dr, Boatfalls estate, Waterview Rd, East Seaham Rd to the dirt, Riverdowns Estate, East Seaham Rd to the dirt, Brentwood Estate and Fotheringay and the streets in Clarence Town itself.