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25.01.2022 Every Month the EAVFRS meet for training to build on skills and refresh current knowledge. The topic for this month Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT). Training involved a PowerPoint in the classroom to refresh knowledge on the response procedures. The crew then headed out to the local day care centre where a scenario had been set up with a spill of ammonia solution. The crew then worked through the process of rescuing the causality, setting up exclusion zones with a staging area,... sending crews in with the correct protective equipment and identifying the spilled substance all the way through to containing the spill and decontaminating equipment and crews. A great night was had by all. Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA #HAZMAT #trainingatitsbest #EAVFRS

25.01.2022 Bunnings Treendale are hosting Eaton-Australind VFRS between 10:30 and 14:00 Saturday 15th February. Come and support your local volunteer fire brigade!

24.01.2022 Post from Department of Fire Emergency Services As of 5:30PM this afternoon there were still 31 incidents being managed across WA, including the large complex of bushfires in the Goldfields. Below is an overview map of the current bushfires still burning as part of the Norseman West Complex Fire. This is a major incident, with over 430,000 hectares collectively burnt. The perimeters of these fires adds up to over 1000km. ... Today DFES and Dept of Communities provided further supplies to people at Caiguna and DFES Community Liaison Unit Officers are continuing to update those impacted locally as well as managing welfare across vehicle check points. Crews have continued active firefighting across the vast incident grounds, including in difficult areas where fire has impacted both sides of main roads. Thank you once again for your understanding and patience. This is a significant incident, which has been made more challenging by yesterday’s weather as well as what is to come. We will continue to keep you updated on the situation. You can find the latest warnings at www.emergency.wa.gov.au

24.01.2022 EAVFRS conducting a hazard reduction program on land at the end of Glenhuon Blvd. The burn will make the area safe before the summer fire season approaches.

24.01.2022 After a long voyage from Greece, "Georgia Peach" landed in Western Australia back in November for the coming fire season, Check out the infographic below for more information!

24.01.2022 From everyone at Eaton Australind Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service, we would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year for 2020

23.01.2022 What a great asset to have essentially in our own back yard!

22.01.2022 Last weekend the EAVFRS Captain Matt and Lieutenant Rohan attended the annual Western Australian Fire and Emergency Services Conference. This year was a special modified version of the conference because of the current COVID situation. The conference is a great opportunity for us to network with our fellow emergency service colleagues, gain new skills and knowledge, and enjoy a range of presentations. Matt and Rohan had the opportunity to visit Rottnest Island, look over the... future fleet of our firetrucks and attend the gala dinner for the awards presentation. Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA #wafes2020

21.01.2022 Important information for our local community. Please contact the Shire of Dardanup direct for further information if required.

20.01.2022 Our thoughts are with families, friends, and the NSW Rural Fire Service family at this most difficult time.

20.01.2022 With the tragic situation going on with the NSW fires, it is a testament to our service that so many are travelling interstate to assist our brothers and sister...s on the fire front. Our Lieutenant Rohan Butcher and firefighter extraordinaire Luke Whitford will both deploy tomorrow to represent our brigade and state. Well done boys and stay safe. Much respect. See more

20.01.2022 At 11am on the 11th of November 1918 the guns on the Western Front fell silent ending the Great War. Over three hundred and twenty thousand Australians volunteered to serve in the war, one hundred and fifty six thousand where wounded gased or maimed and sixty two thousand where killed. For Australia a young country with a population of under five million this meant very few families where not touched by tragedy in one way or another. Today as in many other countries we pause to remember all Australians who have served our nation pasted and present in many theatres of conflict. Honouring their courage and sacrifice to protect our country and our way of life. Lest We Forget.

20.01.2022 Meet Freddy Freddy was the brain-child of the EAVFRS built in 2001. Freddy is a fully functioning miniature fire truck complete with lights & sirens, mini fire hoses, and little firefighter jackets. Freddy has visited numerous schools and events to educate kids in our community about fire safety. Many Hours of blood sweat and tears went into making our mighty little truck. Unfortunately as of late our truck has been feeling a little unwell, so with the same passion and driv...e of when he was first created the EAVFRS have banded together to get him fixed and ready to see kids in the community again. Watch this space as we update you on his progress. #freddyfireengine #firetruck

19.01.2022 It is with great sadness that Reg Fishwick one of the EAVFRS Foundation & Life Member, passed away on Saturday. Reg had a long association with Eaton Australind Volunteer Fire Rescue Service from the formation in April 1972. He will be sadly missed. The EAVFRS paid tribute to Reg as fire fighters formed a guard of honour as Reg left the Eaton Australind Fire Station for the last time. Safe Journey Reg, Rest In Peace and God bless.

19.01.2022 Come along to one of our Fire Awareness Seminars and learn how to protect your property.

18.01.2022 Kaya This week is NAIDOC week 2020. NAIDOC Week 2020 acknowledges, celebrates and embrace the history of this country, a history which dates back thousands of generations. This year the theme is Always Was. Always will be. So this week take the time to reflect on the 65000+ years of Australian history and what it means to you.

17.01.2022 EAVFRS - deepest sympathy and condolences to the NSW RFS family.

16.01.2022 The dry grass has been removed

16.01.2022 A fire disaster was averted in Millar’s Creek bushland in Millbridge, Eaton yesterday when fire brigades attended a blaze near the end of Cygnet Court. Shi...re of Dardanup Chief Bushfire Control Officer Chris Hynes said the cause of the fire was as yet unknown but took the opportunity to remind residents caution was paramount as we had now entered a Prohibited Burning Period. Please refer to the Shire's Fire Prevention Order for further information https://www.dardanup.wa.gov.au/environment/fire-management/ Deliberately lit fires cause significant damage to people, property, businesses and the environment. The penalties for arson are severe. SEE SOMETHING? KNOW SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING. If you observe any suspicious behavior, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

15.01.2022 Meet Rohan Rohan has been the lieutenant at EAVFRS since July 2019. However Rohan’s journey started long before that, it all started at Harvey VFRS in 2010, then he transfered to EAVFRS in 2011. Rohan has shared his expertise and time at various deployments including Bullsbrook, Nannup, Pinjarra and Yarloop. More recently Rohan was one of 3 EAVFRS members who were deployed to NSW for 7 days. I was initially inspired to join the VFRS by a friend’s dad who was captain in Ha...rvey. After participating in the running team and the Easter WA state competitions Rohan felt he wanted to continue to volunteer in the Eaton community. Not only am I: supporting my community, but maybe I can inspire younger people the way I was inspired. Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services Association of WA Inc Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA #eavfrs #firebrigade #eatonaustralind

15.01.2022 BART! Broadcast. Alert. Response. Turnout. That's the name of the new additional turnout system being employed by Eaton - Australind Volunteer Fire and Rescue to enhance turnout capabilities in the local area. BART allows EAVFRS Members to respond with a ‘ACCEPT’ or ‘DECLINE’ function through the mobile app that is then registered against the EAVFRS dashboard for turnout crew. This enables crew to use the dashboard to see in real time the Members turning out to the Fire Stati...on and start planning response of appliances. BART also tracks real time traffic information, mapping with street view, and hydrant information. All of which assist with the response. Yes BART does require a subscription to enable the service but it is seen as another tool in ensuring a quality and efficient response to incidents in the local area. Further to this, the ‘dashboard’ would not have been made possible without the collective support and donations from Retravision for a television and Bunnings Warehouse Australia for a TV bracket and associated mounting hardware. As a volunteer brigade and not-for-profit organisation, the support from local community assists with the operation of EAVFRS and such support is greatly appreciated in making our service efficient and safer for the community. Thank you from the team at EAVFRS! #thankyou #firebrigade #app

13.01.2022 Congratulations to an ex member of our brigade. 50 years is an incredible achievement!!

12.01.2022 Today is World Kindness Day. It is a day designed to remind you how being kind to others and yourself can make you feel good and is also good for your physical and mental wellbeing. From all the members at EAVFRS we would like to thank you for your support and for being part of the Eaton and Australind community.

12.01.2022 Stay safe Daryl from the Captain and firefighters EAVFRS

09.01.2022 Tonight at 0001 Friday 18th December double demerits kick into place until Sunday 3rd of January 2021 inclusive. The aim of the initiative is to encourage responsible and safe driving. Many of the volunteers at EAVFRS have witnessed road trauma on local roads. Accidents do happen, but drivers can also ensure they are safe and responsible says Captain Matt Stoltenbarg. The members of the EAVFRS want everyone to enjoy the Christmas and holiday period, but do so safely. *Photo is a from a Training scenario*

09.01.2022 To all great grand mothers, grand mothers, mothers & wifes. Happy Mothers Day from the EAVFRS

08.01.2022 For more information please visit the Shire of Dardanup website.

07.01.2022 From the Department of Emergency Service RELOCATION TO A SAFER PLACE We understand that this has been a distressing time for people who are currently along the Eyre Highway. All firefighters are working tirelessly to fight multiple fires within the region as conditions are expected to worsen.... DFES, in consultation with other agencies, is finalising a plan to relocate these people to a safer place. Our intention is to enact this plan at first light tomorrow, when the conditions are most favourable. The relocation will be subject to weather conditions and fire behaviour as our first priority is the safety of the public and our crews. We will only proceed with relocating people if it is safe to do so. All vehicles outside of this area are asked to stay away. Eyre Highway and Coolgardie-Esperance Highway will remain closed. Keep up to date with alerts and warnings at www.emergency.wa.gov.au View the Main Roads Western Australia Travel map at www.travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au Ryan Bulluss

07.01.2022 Remember when our skies looked like this? It was January, 2016 and the Waroona/Yarloop Bushfire was gathering momentum. The associated smoke plume was a conf...ronting sight right across our Shire. Before it could be controlled, the fire burnt 69,000 ha, destroying more than 160 homes and causing two fatalities. We can all play a role in helping reduce the potential for a catastrophic bushfire event like this near us. If you have an hour spare at 3pm on Sunday, join us for our free online Cool Down Summer Bushfire preparedness Seminar. From frontline fire stories, to fire resilient gardening to weather outlooks and home maintenance tips. Register via the below link and you'll receive a unique url to access the event https://www.dardanup.wa.gov.au//cool-down-summer-bushfire/

06.01.2022 Eaton Foreshore Festival with Eaton-Australind VFRS, DFES SW Incident Control Vehicle and DFES VR Home Fire and Safety.

06.01.2022 Merry Christmas. Hope your day is full of love, laughter, food and joy. Please drive careful.

05.01.2022 Our thoughts are with families and friends at this most difficult time.

05.01.2022 Meet Matt Matt is the Captain for the Eaton-Australind Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (EAVFRS). He has been volunteering for the fire and rescue service for 25 years and has been a part of the EAVFRS for 20 years. Matt is passionate about his family and serving his community. Matt has 4 children and 2 grand children and is supported in life by his amazing wife Denise. When Matt is not at his full-time volunteer job, Matt works in industry as an Occupational Health role ...as a Registered nurse. The most important part of any organisation is the people. As the Captain of the brigade, I get to work with the most dedicated professional volunteers a community could wish for. Matt

04.01.2022 Did you know fires burn faster uphill?

04.01.2022 It is with great sadness that Percy Slater one of the EAVFRS Foundation members passed away last week. Percy had a long association with Eaton Australind Volunteer Fire Rescue Service from the formation in April 1972. Percy was the founding Foreman (lieutenant of the brigade) and held the position of Fire Control Officer for the brigade for many years. The EAVFRS paid tribute to Percy as fire fighters formed a guard of honour. Safe Journey Percy. Rest In Peace and God bless.

04.01.2022 To all the fathers & dads have an awesome day.

03.01.2022 Slow Down, Move Over

01.01.2022 On Saturday the EAVFRS had the privilege of having the Minister for Emergency Services Fran Logan MLA, visit the station. While he was down he presented Chris Hynes and his wife Sandy Hynes with The DFES Volunteer Employer Recognition Awards (VERA) for their business Hynes Contracting. This award acknowledges the important contribution made by employers and self-employed volunteers in the delivery of emergency services in Western Australia. Many employers allow our EAVFRS mem...bers and volunteers around the state to take time off work to respond to incidents or attend training, enabling them to deliver essential services that help keep our communities safe. Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Fran Logan MLA Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services Association of WA Inc #fire #eavfrs #DFES

01.01.2022 Update from Department of Fire Emergency Services!! Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for the area bounded by Treasure Road, Wellesley Road North and Old Coast Road north of Kemerton in the Shire of Harvey. Publication time: 06:37 PM, 20/01/20.... A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued for people in the vicinity of Ridgeview Way, Papalia Court and Plantation Outlook within the area bounded by Treasure Road, Wellesley Road North and Old Coast Road north of Kemerton in the Shire of Harvey . You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes. The alert level for this fire has been upgraded due to an increase in fire behaviour. WHAT TO DO - If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. - Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute is deadly. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home. - Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If you are not at home, it’s too dangerous to return. ---- AND ---- A bushfire WATCH AND ACT has been issued for people in the vicinity the area bounded by Runnymede Road, Wellesley Road North and Rhodes Road in the Shire of Harvey. There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and the conditions are changing. The fire started near the Treasure Road and Wellesley Road North intersection BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR - The bushfire is moving fast in a north easterly direction. - It is out of control and unpredictable. ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS Avoid the area and be aware of fire and emergency services personnel working on site. A number of roads have been closed including: Wellesley Road North is closed from Forrest Highway / Old Coast Road to Treasure Road. Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the SHIRE OF HARVEY. WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING - Firefighters are on the scene, actively fighting the fire. - 50 Parks and Wildlife Service, Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service firefighters are attending. - Aerial support is assisting ground crews. DRONES AND AERIAL SUPPORT Never fly a drone, model aircraft or multirotor near bushfires. Doing so poses a major safety risk to firefighting personnel in the air and on the ground, and forces aircraft to be grounded or redirected, hindering firefighting efforts. Find out more information on the Emergency WA website: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/