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Margate Fire Brigade (Tasmania)

Locality: Margate, Tasmania

Address: 26 Van Morey Road 7054 Margate, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.margatefirebrigade.com

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25.01.2022 A reminder that as of today we have entered the fire permit period. If you wish to burn on your property, you can seek advice on how to get a free fire permit by calling TFS on 1800 000 699, or contact the permit officer in your local brigade.

23.01.2022 Santa and his merry helpers #SANTA #margatefirebrigade #sunday17december #lollyrun #santaclausiscomingtotown

22.01.2022 It’s on again!

20.01.2022 Campfire restrictions in national parks and reserves declared Restrictions on campfires, pot fires, and other solid fuel stoves will come in to place from Frida...y 4th December at identified Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) campgrounds around the State to help reduce the risk of bushfires. These restrictions are important to help protect visitors and the community. Despite the recent rain, there is still considerable fire risk in the north-west and on the eastern side of Tasmania with no significant forecasted rain in the Bureau of Meteorology extended outlook. Spring pasture growth is significant in a number of areas and as the grass cures the areas assessed as currently having normal fire potential are likely to change. In the current dry conditions, campfires can easily escape, spread rapidly, are difficult to control, and threaten people in campgrounds and nearby communities. The seasonal campfire restrictions apply to national parks and reserves in the following areas: King, Flinders and Maria Islands, between West Point and Interview River in the north-west, Dorset, Break O’Day, Glamorgan/Spring Bay, Sorell and Tasman municipalities, Narawntapu National Park, Snaky Creek and Tooms Lake Conservation Areas. Refer to the attached map. Further areas may be added if the fire risk in those areas escalates during summer. Gas stoves and gas barbecues will be permitted. Last year there were 110 reports of unattended or illegal campfires on PWS managed land with 140 fire offences recorded - this was a 50% increase in reports from the previous year. Restrictions have also been imposed on the use of pot fires as sparks, embers, and disposal of ash from pot fires can also provide an ignition source. The PWS wants to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable camping experience and appreciate assistance from the community in complying with fire restrictions. See the new Parks and Wildlife Service Campfire safety and restrictions web pages for further details: www.parks.tas.gov.au//campfires-and-fire/fire-restrictions Tasmania Fire Service TasALERT Discover Tasmania East Coast Tasmania Visit Northern Tasmania Visit North West Tasmania Hobart & Beyond Tourism Industry Council Tasmania

20.01.2022 We hope you all have a safe and wonderful Easter from all of us here at Margate volunteer fire brigade! Remember to adjust your clocks today, other than phones and other smart devices! Today is April fools, prank the ones you love but do it safely!... Check all smoke detectors and change any batteries in older models! Permits are still required!!

20.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE A permit embargo has been implemented from 1600 hrs today, Monday 22nd January 2018 until further notice!!

20.01.2022 Hazard icons across the country have a new consistent look. The new Australian Warning System introduces several changes to the way the community will be notifi...ed about hazards. We're rolling out the first stage of the changes to the Australian Warning System for bushfire in Tassie today. The changes will include the way bushfire warnings are displayed on the TFS website. From today, consistent colours will be used for: Advice (yellow), Watch and Act (orange); and Emergency Warning (red) The icon shapes will also change on maps from diamonds to triangles. While the colours and icons change, the meanings of the levels do not change. The changes are designed to bring consistency to the way warnings are displayed across Australia. Over time more states will use the new colours and icons and they will be used for other hazards like floods and storms. Further changes will occur in Tasmania in 2021, including enhancements to our warning messages. The Australian Warnings System is based on community research and good practice, in terms of what communities recognise and what gets people to take action during an emergency.

19.01.2022 A dedicated effort to achieve an awesome end product. All involved should be extremely proud of their input.

18.01.2022 Get ready to rumble

18.01.2022 We are conducting a hazard reduction burn tonight near sandfly rd

17.01.2022 Get the Rugrats ready, the happy Chappy is circling the streets once again!

17.01.2022 Santas flight status from Hobart Airport!!

16.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE Due to weather conditions over the next couple of days a permit embargo is on from midnight tonight Tuesday 26th December until Friday 29th December!

16.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE Tomorrow, Saturday 6th January is a TOTAL FIRE BAN DAY due to high temperatures and strong winds predicted!

16.01.2022 Our friends at Kingston Fire Brigade will be up at the twin ovals tonight supporting 107.3s Give Me 5 For Kids telethon! We hope you can pop down and join in the fun while also supporting a great cause! #everydollarcounts #GiveMe5ForKids

16.01.2022 What to do when we are behind you!!!

16.01.2022 A massive thank you to our friends at Circle of Life for dropping these off at the station! It brought a few big smiles to us and our friends at Snug Fire Brigade when we got back home! #circleoflife #blessed

16.01.2022 Just a reminder that the permit embargo is still in place until further notice

15.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow Friday 19th January 2018 has been declared a total fire ban due to weather conditions! If you see anything suspicious please call 000 immediately!!

14.01.2022 Thank you to our 25 volunteer firefighters who boarded an Airforce Hercules in the early hours this morning headed to NSW to help fight the devastating fires th...at have seen lives and homes lost. The group was farewelled by TFS Chief Officer Chris Arnol and will support NSW firefighters to protect lives and property. More than 70 fires are burning across NSW. Queensland is also suffering devastating fires. See more

14.01.2022 Stay safe this summer!! Check the Tasmania Fire Service website and Facebook page to keep up to date on fire dangers and risks in your area!

14.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN A total fire ban is in place from MIDNIGHT TONIGHT Wednesday 17th January 2018 until MIDNIGHT tomorrow Thursday 18th January 2018

13.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service are spreading a winter warning - ramping up calls to install working smoke alarms. #sxnews

13.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE A permit embargo has been implemented today 3rd January 2018 until midnight Monday 8th January 2018

10.01.2022 Our thoughts are with Victoria

10.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our lolly run this year! We love being able to bring a little joy to our community!!

09.01.2022 Looking for something to do this Sunday? Come down to Dru Point and say gday! We are down here for the Mental Health Fundraising walk that kicks off at 12:00

09.01.2022 A total fire ban has been declared for all municipalities in the southern region for two days from 2am Thursday 31 October until 2am Saturday 2 November. During... that period it is illegal to light a fire in the open air, including incinerators, burn-offs, campfires, fire pots, and wood-fuelled barbecues. This applies in the following municipalities: Brighton, Central Highlands, Clarence, Derwent Valley, Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Glenorchy, Hobart, Huon Valley, Kingborough, Sorell, Southern Midlands, and Tasman. More information on Total Fire Bans and incidents in your area can be found at www.fire.tas.gov.au or by listening to ABC Radio.

08.01.2022 Another lovely service at Snug this morning for Anzac Day. Lest we forget

07.01.2022 Our friends at Kingston Fire Brigade will be up at the twin ovals tonight supporting 107.3’s Give Me 5 For Kids telethon! We hope you can pop down and join in the fun while also supporting a great cause! #everydollarcounts #GiveMe5ForKids

06.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN DAY Due to weather conditions today 28th January 2018 is a total fire ban day!! If you see anything suspicious please call 000 straight away!...

05.01.2022 Looking for something to do on this lovely April day? Pop down to Snug Brigade and join their celebrations for the 50th anniversary and the Snug Volunteer Fire Brigade!!

04.01.2022 A total fire ban has been declared for Saturday 4 January for municipalities in the north and south. During a total fire ban it is illegal to light or cause a f...ire to start in the open. Please report any bushfire or smoke sightings very quickly to TFS by calling Triple Zero. Because its a total fire ban, any smoke sighting should be treated as a bushfire and responded to quickly. The total fire ban is in force in the following municipalities between 2am on Saturday 4 January until 2am Sunday 5 January: Brighton, Central Highlands, Clarence, Derwent Valley, Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Glenorchy, Hobart, Huon Valley, Kingborough, Sorell, Southern Midlands, Tasman, BreakODay, Dorset, George Town, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, West Tamar, and Flinders. Listen to ABC Local Radio for the warnings and advice in a bushfire.

04.01.2022 Fire agencies have responded to 15 new fires in the last 24 hours and with a rapid response, have been able to control and extinguish the majority of them. We a...re currently dealing with 20 active fires statewide, and of those, 12 are going and 8 are in patrol. An uncontrolled bushfire is burning at Dennistoun Road, Bothwell. An emergency warning is current for that fire. Anyone in the warning area is encouraged to leave if safe to do so. The fires at Bluff Road, Elderslie and Glenfern Road, Glenfern remain uncontrolled and uncontained in inaccessible terrain. These fires remain at advice level and have not posed a threat to communities today. There will be fire activity into the evening and people need to be aware of the current situation. We advise communities in fire-affected areas to ensure they have a bushfire survival plan in place and to check on those around them. There will be fire activity into the evening and people need to be aware of the current situation. TFS advises people to: Review your bushfire survival plan now; Decide now what you and your family will do if a fire breaks out in your area, and you dont have a bushfire survival plan; Report new fires immediately to TFS by calling Triple Zero; Listen to ABC Local Radio and visit fire.tas.gov.au for the latest bushfire information and advice. Photo: Dennistoun Road fire

03.01.2022 Winter is coming With a few days of cold weather headed our way, wed like to share a few tips to keep you all safe! Always keep things 2 meters from the heater!!! ... Remember to ensure there are working smoke alarms in every bedroom and living space!! Dont let the cold weather fool you, permits are still required until further notice!!

03.01.2022 This weekend is bringing some hot weather with it! We advise you read these tips and tricks to staying hydrated and avoid any heat related illnesses! If you know anyone who lives alone or who needs a hand it may pay to pop in and say gday!!! #staysafemargate #stayfrosty #besunsmart #margatefirebrigade...

02.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE

01.01.2022 IMPORTANT INFORMATION A permit embargo has been implemented from midnight tonight, TUESDAY 16th January 2018 until FRIDAY 19th January 2018 due to weather conditions

01.01.2022 PERMIT EMBARGO A permit embargo is in place from 2355 hrs Tuesday 6th February 2018 until further notice