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24.01.2022 If there is a fire in Nambucca or Kempsey Shires you will find its alert level on the NSW RFS website, on the radio and in the ‘Fires Near Me’ app. What will be your sign for putting your fire plan into action? #getreadyweekend

21.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL CURRENT WEATHER EVENT DEFER ALL NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL Residents of the Nambucca Valley are requested to defer all non-essential travel during this current weather event. Council staff are currently assessing many of the roads in the Nambucca Valley. Motorists are reminded to avoid driving through flood waters, as the water depth is unknown and the road infrastructure could be damaged. ... Information is available on the front page of our website under Current Weather Event or Road Conditions or www.myroadinfo.nsw.gov.au and residents are reminded to listen to your local ABC radio station, follow NSW SES on Facebook or www.ses.nsw.gov.au, latest weather, warnings, rainfall and river heights: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ Please contact NSW State Emergency Services on 132 500 for emergency help and 000 if it is a life threatening situation. PAUL GALLAGHER ACTING GENERAL MANAGER DATE: 18 March 2021 See more

21.01.2022 If you’ve got Fires Near Me NSW or check our website, you may see a change to the way bush fires are displayed. New yellow, orange and red icons are being used for Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning. It’s part of the new Australian Warning System and over time you’ll see these icons used for more types of emergencies right across the country.... Know what to look for and know what to do.

20.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS HEAVY RAIN, POSSIBLY LIFE THREATENING AND DAMAGING WINDS FOR THE MID NORTH COAST, THEN EXTENDING SOUTH. Issued at 4:49 pm Thursday, 18 March 2021.... http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21037.shtml

20.01.2022 Fact: Your safest option is to leave early. A bush fire can be a terrifying situation, intense heat and flames will make you tire quickly, it will be difficult to see and breathe. You may become confused or disorientated. Powerlines and fallen trees can block... roads and make driving dangerous. It’s always better to leave early, before the fire arrives. Visit myfireplan. com.au and make a bush fire survival plan, it will help you make important decisions like when to leave or what you need to be prepared to stay. #getreadyweekend See more

19.01.2022 Flash flooding is currently occurring throughout the Mid North Coast, including Nambucca and Kempsey Shires. It only takes a few inches of water to do this. Don't put your life and ours at risk.

19.01.2022 Flooding is occurring locally. These are Fischers Bridge and Partridges Bridge at Tamban. Remember, if it is flooded forget it.

18.01.2022 We’ve recently updated the Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app, so check to see you have the latest version. You will see changes to the way bush fires are displayed. New yellow, orange and red icons are being used for Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning.... Behind the scenes we’ve also made changes to the way maps are displayed, and you can now set up a user profile to share your watch zones across devices. Keep your app up and turn on your push notifications to make sure you get the latest updates. Link to: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au//gen/australian-warnings-system

17.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow, Monday 23rd November, will be Very High and all fire permits are suspended for 24 hours from midnight tonight. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

15.01.2022 You don’t have to live right near the bush to be at risk. Even if your home is a few streets back, you may be at risk. Can you guess the main reason homes are lost to bush fires? #getreadyweekend

13.01.2022 Don't forget who will be driving around very soon. Eungai Rail from 5:30pm Eungai Creek from 6:00pm

12.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow, Saturday 28th November, will be Very High and all fire permits remain suspended until further notice Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary. Be aware that the forecast fire danger rating for Sunday will be SEVERE. During a Severe Fire Danger; 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. If you're not prepared, leave early in the day. See more

12.01.2022 Media Release from Nambucca Valley Council requesting deferment of non-essential travel.

11.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow, Monday 16th November, will be Very High and all fire permits are suspended for 24 hours from midnight tonight. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

10.01.2022 With local rainfall forecasts of 70 to 150mm on Monday and 50 to 120mm Tuesday, flash flooding is possible. Don't take a chance.

08.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow, Friday 25th September, will be Very High and all fire permits are suspended for 24 hours from midnight tonight. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

08.01.2022 All fire permits in Nambucca and Kempsey shires will be suspended from midnight tonight (Thursday 25 November 2020) until further notice, as we are expecting significant fire weather over the weekend and into early next week.

08.01.2022 Remind yourself,

07.01.2022 The fire danger in our area tomorrow, Saturday 26th September, will be Very High and all fire permits are suspended for a further 24 hours from midnight tonight. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

06.01.2022 Santa has just let us know that he will be visiting Eungai this Saturday, the 12th. He will be at Eungai Rail from 5:30pm and Eungai Creek from 6pm. See you then

05.01.2022 In 2020 the brigade responded to nearly 40 separate incidents, including assisting the NSW Ambulance service, motor vehicle accidents, bush fires and structure fires. The beginning of the year finally heralded the extinguishment of the worst fires on record in our region and allowed members to travel to the south of the state to assist in areas that were still being threatened. In December, the members of the brigade were deservedly recognized for their efforts during the 2...019/2020 fire season by the NSW state government in the form of the Premiers Citation. Not content with an unprecedented bushfire season, fate then decided to throw COVID 19 at us all. This meant training that had been delayed because of the extended fire season was again put on hold, and it would not be until the middle of the year that the situation could be remedied. When training restarted, courses were held on weekends and midweek in an attempt to catch up, and our members stepped up and completed many hours as participants, instructors or assistants. Sadly, July saw a home in Eungai Rail destroyed by fire. The brigade arrived to find the house well alight and threatening a neighbouring residence. The crew got to work and ensured that the fire was not able to spread to the adjoining property until backup arrived. As we begin 2021, please take the time to talk to your family about making a bushfire survival plan and help us to keep our community safe. See more

05.01.2022 A few more from today's training session on friction loss. The reserve looked a picture.

05.01.2022 On this day 12 months ago, the men and women of the rural fire brigades of Nambucca and Kempsey shires , along with their colleagues across the state, answered the call, and without hesitation, put their lives on the line to protect our communities. Thank You.

05.01.2022 Planning to Burn on Your Property ? Check if your allowed to burn or require a fire permit. Permits are required within the Bush Fire Danger Period which runs ...from 1 October 1 to 31 March, however it may vary due to local conditions. Some council areas also have controlled burning policies in place. If you are unsure contact your local council or RFS Fire Control Centre. If you are planning to burn on your property, you need to let us know before you light up. Notifying us of your planned burn can help to reduce unnecessary emergency calls. You must notify the NSW RFS and all adjoining landowners at least 24 hours before burning off. Notify us online at https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informa//burn-notification

03.01.2022 Fact: Bush fires are unpredictable and in dangerous conditions, you may not get an Emergency Alert message in time. It’s important that you stay up to date on conditions in your area and that you have made a bush fire survival plan.... Leaving early is your safest option. Improve or make your fire plan at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend See more