Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade in Closeburn, Queensland, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Closeburn, Queensland, Australia

Address: 8 Andrew Rd 4520 Closeburn, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.closeburn.org.au

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25.01.2022 Hazard reduction burns Backburning Burning out What on earth is the difference???? HAZARD REDUCTION BURNS are carried out proactively prior to bushfire season to protect people and assets. They are often called planned or prescribed burns. Hazard reduction burns are planned well in advance, require a permit and are only conducted during favourable weather conditions to reduce fuel (vegetation) loads. BACKBURNING is a technique used when a fire is started intentionally alon...g the inner edge of a fire control line during fire operations to consume fuel (vegetation) in the path of a bushfire. BURNING OUT happens when a fire is intentionally lit to consume sections of unburnt fuel inside a fire control perimeter to remove fuel, widen the control line and stop the progression of fire. The list goes on firebreak, mosaic pattern, strip lighting, spot lighting, head fire, heel fire, flank fire. This fire business can be seriously technical.

25.01.2022 Have you been to Grilld Local Matters Grilld Eatons Hill yet?. Weve been selected to participate in Grilld Local Matters at Grilld Eatons Hill this August! Local Matters is the Grilld community donation program that sees each Grilld restaurant donate back into the community every month. ... HOW YOU CAN HELP? Wed love your support in receiving the donation! Simply head to Grilld Eatons Hill during August for a burger and pop your Local Matters token in our jar. The group with the most tokens at the end of the month receives the largest donation. Its a simple (and delicious) way to show your support!

25.01.2022 Severe Fire Danger to West & North-West. Very High Fire Danger for the South East Coast region today.

24.01.2022 Did you know more than one third of families dont have a home fire escape plan? One of the reasons is they dont know how to start, so this is where we come in to help! Take a look at the kid-friendly animation that steps you through the process of creating a home fire escape plan! The full version and all the info you need is on our website www.qfes.qld.gov.au/fireescape

24.01.2022 Very dangerous storms are a significant risk for #SEQld today. Supercell thunderstorms could cause giant hail (>5cm), destructive winds (>125 km/hr) and heavy to intense rainfall. Severe storms are most likely in the afternoon and evening. #bnestorm #QldStorm #Brisbane Courtesy of Bureau of Meteorology

24.01.2022 Sharing on behalf of Currumbin Valley Rural Fire Brigade.

22.01.2022 The brigade is in the area this evening identifying static water points such as tanks and dams that can be used in an emergency. These points are then marked with a W for Water as in the picture below. If you have a suitable static water source and are willing to have the Brigade place a marker near the front of your property, please message the page.... Your community and local Brigade thank you!

21.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger is forecast for the next 4 days. The Fire Danger Rating (FDR) is an early indicator of potential danger and should act as your first trigger for action. The higher the rating, the greater the need for you to act.... The FDR is an assessment of the potential fire behaviour, the difficulty of suppressing fire and the potential impact on the community should a bushfire occur on a given day. A fire with a very high danger rating is a fire that can be difficult to control, with flames that may burn into the treetops. During a fire of this type, some homes and businesses may be damaged or destroyed. During a fire with a very high danger rating, you should use your home as a place of safety only if it is well-prepared and well-constructed. Keep up to date with Fire Danger Ratings and their meanings on the Rural Fire Website: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Pages/FDR.aspx

21.01.2022 Today marks the official start of Queenslands bushfire season for 2020. With more than 100 structures lost and countless resources utilised, lets take a look back at what we faced last season.

20.01.2022 This is something that weve not seen for quite a number of months - a return to Very High Fire Danger. Daily Fire Danger Ratings can be found at: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Pages/FDR.aspx

20.01.2022 Update: We are going strong!, dont forget to pop down to Grilld Eatons Hill in August. Weve been selected to participate in Grilld Local Matters at Grilld Eatons Hill this August! Local Matters is the Grilld community donation program that sees each Grilld restaurant donate back into the community every month. ... HOW YOU CAN HELP? Wed love your support in receiving the donation! Simply head to Grilld Eatons Hill during August for a burger and pop your Local Matters token in our jar. The group with the most tokens at the end of the month receives the largest donation. Its a simple (and delicious) way to show your support!

20.01.2022 Late this afternoon the brigade walked up Cedar Creek falls in daylight and back in the dark as part of training and area reconnaissance. The falls are only a trickle at present.

20.01.2022 Last night the brigade completed a number of stack burns for a local resident. Remember that it is now Fire Season - keep up to date at ruralfire.qld.gov.au

20.01.2022 Here we go, Queensland! If you're able to, take the opportunity now to secure loose items around your yard, move cars and pets to shelter, ensure your Emergency Plan and Emergency Kit is ready and stay tuned to the Bureau of Meteorology for further advice. Storms are expected this afternoon.

19.01.2022 Prepare. Act. Survive. Bushfire could be closer than you think. Prepare your home, property and family now and have your Bushfire Survival Plan in place before bushfire strikes. https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Sa//default.aspx

19.01.2022 Tuesday night means training night!. Tonight that consists of our newest volunteers undertaking familiarization with items on the appliances, PPE and hose-work including rolling and bowling. Meanwhile our longer standing trainees prepared for their FMS Exams, and other members completed chainsaw familiarization and a stack burn for a nearby resident.... A successful night!.

19.01.2022 We would like to wish all the Dads out there a Happy Fathers Day!. In honor of Fathers Day, lets see your best Dad Joke below in the comments.

19.01.2022 During bushfire season, it is essential you not only have a Bushfire Survival Plan but to know what action to take when a bushfire approaches: Monitor your local radio and television for updates Have your Bushfire Emergency and Evacuation Kits ready Wear protective clothing Drink plenty of water... Move all loose furniture inside Ensure your car is in a secure location To make your Bushfire Survival Plan and for more info head to the Rural Fire Service website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au See more

18.01.2022 TUESDAY 15/9: Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade will be performing stack burns in the area. Flame may be visible from nearby properties and smoke may possibly settle overnight. A reminder that now is a good time to think about if your property is prepared for bushfire season - visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more information.

18.01.2022 *** UPDATED *** The burn scheduled in Closeburn on Thursday 27th August will no longer go ahead due to weather conditions. Please be aware of the following planned burns.... For Closeburn, Thursday will see a burn performed in area.

17.01.2022 TUESDAY 1/9: Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade will be performing stack burns in the area. Flame may be visible from nearby properties and smoke may possibly settle overnight. A reminder that now is a good time to think about if your property is prepared for bushfire season - visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more information.

17.01.2022 Courtesy of NSW Rural Fire Service, this video will give you a good indication of how quickly a grass fire can move under certain conditions.

16.01.2022 THURSDAY TUTORIAL TIME If you could contact one person today, who would it be? Why not make it your local fire warden and apply for a Permit to Light Fire? Conducting a hazard reduction burn on your property will help stop a bushfire from starting and spreading. Not sure if you need a permit to light a fire? Fires that dont need a permit are: Less than two metres in any direction. Lit outdoors in a proper fireplace for the purpose of cooking (e.g. BBQ and camp fires See More

15.01.2022 Thursday 13/8: Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade will be performing a burn in the area weather permitting. All social distancing measures are being followed. Flame may be visible from nearby properties and smoke may possibly settle overnight.... A reminder that now is a good time to think about if your property is prepared for bushfire season - visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more information.

15.01.2022 R U OK Day is a reminder that a conversation could change a life. This years message is Theres more to say after #RUOK. Learn what to say next so you can keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. #theresmoretosay

15.01.2022 Were expecting to see parts of the state hit a very high fire danger rating this week. Now is the time to prepare: Remove hazards and flammable materials from your property.... Regularly mow your lawn. Trim overhanging branches. Prepare your Bushfire Survival Plan. See more

15.01.2022 Today we are out and about in the area, performing drills with our trainees prior to their upcoming assessment. If you see us in the area, give us a wave!.

15.01.2022 Today, recruits from Closeburn and neighboring brigades will complete their FMS Practical Assessment. The Firefighter Minimum Skills (FMS) training program covers the knowledge and skills needed to respond to wildfire and carry out hazard mitigation activities as a member of a rural fire brigade. Upon completion, these recruits will become our latest qualified Firefighters ready to serve the local community.... Well done team!

14.01.2022 WEEKEND FIRE PREPARATION Use this weekend to prepare your property, and talk to your family about a bushfire survival plan. Stay informed... Prepare your property Have a bushfire survival plan in place Report fires to Triple Zero (000) For more info visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au

14.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.

14.01.2022 Weve been selected to participate in Grilld Local Matters at Grilld Eatons Hill this August! Local Matters is the Grilld community donation program that sees each Grilld restaurant donate back into the community every month. HOW YOU CAN HELP?... Wed love your support in receiving the donation! Simply head to Grilld Eatons Hill during August for a burger and pop your Local Matters token in our jar. The group with the most tokens at the end of the month receives the largest donation. Its a simple (and delicious) way to show your support! We will remind people during August about this great initiative.

13.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger forecast from Saturday onwards. Make sure you have a Bushfire Survival Plan in place. Visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more info.

12.01.2022 Some parts of the state have a Very High fire danger rating (FDR) for the next few days. So, what the heck does the term FDR even mean? If a fire were to occur under these conditions then it may be difficult to control and the flames could burn into the tree tops. Some homes and businesses may be damaged or destroyed, and you should only use your home as a place of safety if it is well-prepared and well-constructed. Experts use this tool to assess the potential fire behaviour, how difficult it could be to suppress a fire, and the potential impact on the community should a bushfire occur.

12.01.2022 There are some people you should call in an emergency, and others you definitely should not! You should always phone Triple Zero (000) immediately in an emergency. If you see smoke or fire, regardless of the size, do not assume someone else will alert QFES. Nearly all large fires were once little fires and we consider these an emergency act quickly as time is of the essence! ... Remember, do NOT phone your local Fire Warden, Rural Fire Service brigade or Fire & Rescue station. These firefighters may not be in the station and this delays any response to the incident. The number to ring is Triple Zero (000).

12.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger is forecast for today (Wednesday 2/12). A fire with a 'very high' danger rating is a fire that can be difficult to control, with flames that may burn into the tree tops. During a fire of this type, some homes and businesses may be damaged or destroyed. During a fire with a 'very high' danger rating, you should use your home as a place of safety only if it is well-prepared and well-constructed.... Are you prepared for Bushfire Season? https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Prepare-for-bushfire-sea

10.01.2022 SATURDAY 19/9: Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade will be performing stack burns in the area. Flame may be visible from nearby properties and smoke may possibly settle overnight. A reminder that now is a good time to think about if your property is prepared for bushfire season - visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more information.

10.01.2022 Thank you to Samford Community Bank Branch for their ongoing support. We certainly appreciate it.

10.01.2022 Fire Permits Wanting to know how to get a fire permit?. All the information can be found at this link

08.01.2022 Its Yellow Ribbon Day! A day to show our support to our hard-working Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteers On this day last year, they were already on the front-line fighting devastating fires near Stanthorpe in the states south-west and Binna Burra in the south-east. Theres more than 30,000 of them across the state and we cant thank them enough for all they do. Binna Burra bushfire 2019

08.01.2022 Sharing for our friends at Rocksberg Moorina Rural fire Brigade!.

07.01.2022 It was great to meet with the team from OOBE - and Telstra who recently donated several Telstra GO repeaters to improve the Brigade communications capability within our response area. As many residents would know, there's quite a few blackspots along Cedar Creek Road so this donation of Telstra GO repeaters to be installed in the Brigade Appliances will make a positive difference to the safety and interoperability between our volunteer firefighters and other emergency services at the emergencies we attend.

07.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger forecast for Saturday 22nd August. Create your Bushfire Survival Plan using the below link. https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Create-your-bushfire-sur

05.01.2022 DO NOT REPORT FIRES DIRECTLY TO THE BRIGADE - If the matter is life-threatening or an emergency please call 000. This page is not actively monitored. Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade is unable to provide incident updates. For up to date warnings & information, please follow Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES or Queensland Police Service... Current Fire Danger Rating: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Pages/FDR.aspx Current Bushfires: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map/Pages/default.aspx Obtaining a Fire Permit https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Obtaining-a-Permit-to-Li Contacting a Fire Warden to obtain a permit (Fire Warden Finder) https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Pages/fw_finder.aspx Create a bushfire survival plan: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Sa//default.aspx Find your Neighborhood Safer place: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Neigh/Pages/default.aspx Rural Fire Website https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx

05.01.2022 Today marks 6 years since the opening of our new shed. Here are some pictures from the occasion. See if you can spot anyone you know.

04.01.2022 We now have Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/closeburnruralfire/

04.01.2022 The Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook: September - November 2020 has been released. https://www.bnhcrc.com.au/hazardnotes/77 Now is a great time to think about your Bushfire Survival Plan.

04.01.2022 Dont forget to pop on down to Grilld Eatons Hill for a delicious meal, and help support Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade.

04.01.2022 On Monday night, two of our members attended an Award Ceremony at Samford RFB. Myles Boon and Steve Smith received the National Medal which recognises their long and diligent service and the risking of their lives or safety in protecting or assisting the community in times of emergency or natural disaster. They were also presented with the NSW Premiers Bushfire Citation representing deployments interstate earlier in the year.

03.01.2022 Its now the first of the month, and what does that mean? Grilld Local Matters are supporting Closeburn Rural Fire Brigade for August. So get on down to Grilld Eatons Hill, grab a delicious burger, and pop the cap into the Closeburn jar. Full details in attached post.

01.01.2022 SPRING HAS SPRUNG Dont get caught out this bushfire season! Theres no better time to do some spring cleaning and prepare your property! These measures may o...r may not also help you avoid any unwanted bird guests camping out in your yard Mow the lawns regularly Trim low lying branches Clear gutters of any debris Clean up any dry grass and sticks See more

01.01.2022 A recent stack burn completed for a resident to lower their fuel loading. Now is the perfect time to make sure you have a Bushfire Survival Plan. Head to www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au and follow the links.

01.01.2022 Have you got your bushfire survival plan ready? As we saw last fire season, a bushfire emergency could strike anywhere, so it is important to prepare your home, property and family now. Plan what you and your family will do if a bushfire were to threaten your home. More information:... https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Create-your-bushfire-sur See more