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24.01.2022 This photo is a devastating example of why people must ensure they don't leave flammable items too close to heaters and fire places. Crews from Franklin and Huonville were called to a fire just after 1:30pm yesterday to find this two bedroom home engulfed in flames and collapsed on the ground. Fire investigators this morning determined that clothing and other flammable items had been left too close to a woodheater and caught alight.... Tasmania Fire Service responds to over 350 house fires each year, with heating being the second most common cause. When heaters are on and fireplaces are lit, flammable items must be kept at least two metres away. For information about how to keep safe in your home this winter visit the Tasmania Fire Service website: http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colHomeFireSafety #twometresfromtheheater

24.01.2022 ATTENTION PLEASE 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 notified 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.

23.01.2022 Before you chuck a snag on the barbie this summer, please make sure your BBQ is well maintained. Barbeque fire safety should be followed at all times so that your outdoor events are fun and disaster-free. Check out our BBQ fact sheet to be prepared: https://www.tfseducation.com.au//documents/bbq-safety-fact

19.01.2022 If you’re heading away camping or to the shack this weekend, make sure you’re prepared for the conditions. Conditions are going to be hot and windy over the coming days. Vegetation is dry and fires will be difficult to control. A total fire ban is in force from 2am on Saturday through to 2am on Tuesday for all municipalities in the southern and northern region.... Some tips to keep you safe: if you’re heading away, make sure you know the local bushfire risk where you’re going- if you’re going anywhere in or near the bush on the eastern side of the State, there is a bushfire risk. check out the Community Bushfire Protection Plan for the area you’re going, and use that to develop a Bushfire Survival Plan. http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show comply with the total fire ban. All big fires started small, so don’t think you can risk it. The risk is too high and the consequences are great. be aware of local conditions and monitor ABC Local Radio and www.fire.tas.gov.au for warnings and advice during a fire. Be safe.

19.01.2022 Keep this handy if you plan on traveling around Tasmania. ABC Local Radio is the emergency broadcaster and provides up to date warnings and advice in a bushfire emergency. ABC Hobart ABC Northern Tasmania

19.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service requests that landholders avoid lighting fires on their properties for at least the next 24 hours due to forecast severe weather conditions. Fires in these windy conditions will be difficult to control. Fires that have been lit in the past fortnight should be patrolled as the wind increases, even if they are believed to be extinguished.

19.01.2022 All in a days work

18.01.2022 THIS IS NOT A DRILL Today's conditions are about as bad as it gets. PLEASE be smart and sensible, DONT light a fire, DONT be a TOSSER put them butts out. DONT even fart out side. Towards the evening we are expecting thunder storms with dry lightening. PLEASE remain vigilant and report any fires to 000

16.01.2022 Today is #ThankaFirstResponder Day! To all first responders - thank you for protecting, defending and caring for your communities!

16.01.2022 Update - Planned forest regeneration burns Friday 27 March 2020 South Region Planned burns have commenced in the following locations: - 3 burns to the north west of Tarraleah... - 1 burn to west of Franklin - 1 north of Dover - 1 burn to the north west of Southport Planned burns are still planned in the following locations: - 1 burn to the south west of Maydena - 1 burn to the south west of Westerway - 1 burn to the west of Judbury - 1 burn to the north Judbury Smoke from these burns is travelling at height to the south east and south and will be visible from adjoining Derwent Valley and Huon Valley communities. North East Region Nil North West Region Planned burns have commenced in the following locations: - 4 burns south west of Smithton - 1 burn south of Smithton Smoke is travelling at height to the south west and will be visible from local communities. All burning planned and undertaken by the forest industry including a map is now displayed on the Tasmania Fire Service website at the link below: http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow For more information about Sustainable Timber Tasmania's planned burning program visit: https://www.sttas.com.au/forest-operations-//planned-burns

15.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service has declared a total fire ban this Friday for all municipalities in the southern region. This is because high temperatures are expected to push the fire danger rating into Very High and Severe in several areas. The declaration of a Total Fire Ban means it is illegal to light or cause a fire in the open air, including incinerators, burn-offs, campfires, fire pots, and wood-fuelled barbecues. The total fire ban will be in force in the following municipalit...ies from 2am Friday 20 December until 2am Saturday 21 December: 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 Local Radio.

14.01.2022 Fire permits are now no longer required across Tasmania, but please call us on 1800 000 699 (choose option 4) to register your burn to avoid an unwanted visit from your local fire brigade.

13.01.2022 The fire danger rating is expected to reach severe and extreme in some of the most populated parts of the state tomorrow. Extreme fire danger ratings are forecast for the South East and Upper Derwent Valley districts, with Severe ratings for the Midlands, East Coast, and Furneaux Islands. Very High is forecast elsewhere apart from the North West. In extreme conditions:... even homes built to modern standards can't be defended fires are extremely difficult to control don't expect a fire truck in your driveway if a bushfire starts in your area and threatens your home it is always safest to leave early Review your bushfire survival plan now. If you are camping in bushland areas consider relocating from those areas ahead of tomorrow's extreme conditions. If you live in bushland areas consider spending tomorrow in urban areas and shopping centres. Visit www.fire.tas.gov.au for information about how to prepare yourself and your family today for tomorrow's conditions. If a bushfire occurs listen to ABC Local Radio for the latest warnings and advice. A total fire ban remains in place until 2am on Tuesday 31 December.

13.01.2022 Tasmanians need to be prepared for challenging fire weather conditions towards the end of this week as hot temperatures, north-westerly winds and low humidity is expected to push the fire danger to severe in parts of the state. The forecast has triggered a total fire ban to be declared for Thursday and Friday for all municipalities in the south, and Northern Midlands and Break O’Day in the north. A total fire ban means it is illegal to light or to cause a fire to start in the... open air. This includes (but is not limited to) incinerators, burn-offs, campfires, fire pots, and wood-fuelled barbecues. The total fire ban applies to the following municipalities from 2am Thursday 30 January until 2am Saturday 1 February: Brighton, Break O'Day, Central Highlands, Clarence, Derwent Valley, Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Glenorchy, Hobart, Huon Valley, Kingborough, Northern Midlands, 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.

13.01.2022 Many bushfires TFS crews have responded to already this season have started by out-of-control burn-offs conducted by landholders on private property, or previous burns that have flared up in windy, dry conditions. Rather than burning cubic metre piles at this time of year, TFS is encouraging people to consider other methods for disposing vegetation waste. It is too dry, the risk is too great and the consequences too high.... Landowners who have recently had fires on their property must keep checking them to ensure they are completely extinguished. If a fire escapes your property, you will be liable for any damage caused.

12.01.2022 Monday 30/12/2019 Fire weather for our area is extreme please be prepared and keep up to date with warnings

11.01.2022 We send our condolences to their family, colleagues and friends may they Rest In Peace. The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) confirms that two NSW RFS volunteer Firefighters have died tonight near Buxton, in south western Sydney. The deaths occurred following a vehicle rollover earlier this evening during Firefighting operations. It is believed the vehicle, while travelling in convey, hit a tree before rolling off the road.... Another three Firefighters have received injuries as a result of the accident. Our thoughts are with all the Firefighter’s family, friends and fellow brigade members. This is an absolutely devastating event in what has already been an incredibly difficult day and fire season.

10.01.2022 Visit the new website www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au to get the latest Tasmanian COVID-19 information on: - Keeping yourself safe - Families and communities - Business and employees... - Travelers and visitors - Personal and financial support services See more

09.01.2022 TFS has declared a total fire ban on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday for the eastern half of the state. A total fire ban means it is illegal to light or to cause a fire in the open. This includes (but is not limited to) incinerators, burn-offs, campfires, fire pots, and wood-fuelled barbecues. The total fire ban applies to municipalities in the north and south:... Break O'Day, George Town, Northern Midlands, Dorset, Launceston, West Tamar, Flinders, Meander Valley, Brighton, Derwent Valley, Hobart, Sorell, Central Highlands, Glamorgan Spring Bay, Huon Valley, Southern Midlands, Clarence, Glenorchy, Kingborough, 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 The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds across southern, western and central Tasmania, as well as parts of the east on Tuesday 3 December. Damaging westerly winds averaging 50 to 60km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100km/h, are possible from midday on Tuesday with winds expected to ease by early Tuesday evening. Locations which may be affected include Strahan, New Norfolk, Bothwell, Hobart, Geeveston and Dover. ... The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. * Manage pets and livestock. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.

08.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN TODAY

07.01.2022 Monday 25 January 2021 has been declared a Day of Total Fire Ban for 12 municipalities in southern Tasmania. The declaration of a Total Fire Ban means that no fires are allowed in the open air, including incinerators, burn-offs, campfires, fire pots, and wood-fuelled barbecues. The total fire ban is in force in the following municipalities:... Brighton Derwent Valley Hobart Sorell Central Highlands Glamorgan Spring Bay Huon Valley Southern Midlands Clarence Glenorchy Kingborough Tasman See more

05.01.2022 Parks & Wildlife Service has advised that restrictions to campfires come into place on 4 December. If you are going away on the boat camping, please make sure you are aware of the restrictions.

05.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) has declared a statewide fire permit period starting at 2am this Friday 4 December until the end of bushfire season. To obtain a free permit contact your local brigade or call TFS on 1800 000 699 to make the arrangements. While the fire permit period is in place the following will apply:... People intending to light a fire for burning vegetation or a similar purpose must obtain a permit. People intending to light a fire at a sawmill or factory for burning wood waste or other flammable material must obtain a permit. People intending to light a fire for cooking, warmth or disposal of garden waste do not require a permit provided that: o the fire is not lit in peat, humus, or marram grass o the fire is always attended by a responsible adult until it is extinguished. o all flammable material is removed down to bare earth at least three metres radius around the fire o it is less than one cubic metre in size NOTE: some Local Government authorities prohibit backyard burning in residential areas.

04.01.2022 Tasmania Fire Service has declared an end to the fire permit statewide from 2am tomorrow (Thursday 26 March). This means that anyone in Tasmania intending to light a private fuel reduction burn will no longer require a fire permit to do so. Even though permits are no longer required, landowners who plan to light burns on their property should:... be mindful of the weather be prepared with an adequate water supply have access to firefighting equipment be physically capable consult with the owners of neighbouring properties, particularly those with vulerable crops such as vineyards. This update brings the north and south in line with the north west which had the permit period revoked a fortnight ago. At all times burning on private property is governed by local council by-laws which must be adhered to and environmental laws which govern smoke emissions. Property owners planning to burn on their land should visit fire.tas.gov.au for further information. Call 1800 000 699 to register their burn to prevent an unnecessary visit from a local brigade.

03.01.2022 Fire Awareness Q & A Meeting 6:30pm Wednesday 15 January A fire awareness Q & A evening will be held at the Franklin Palais Theatre, 6:30pm Wednesday. 15 January starting. The evening is a joint initiative of the Franklin Progress Association, the Franklin Fire Brigade and the Tasmanian Fire Service.... It is being held to hopefully build on the lessons learned from last season’s fires and to ensure that people are as well prepared for this season as they can possibly be. The session will involve a short video presentation, a question and answer period, followed by time to talk to the local fireys one on one. All members of the Huon Valley community are welcome to attend. For any further information call the FPA President, Shane Johnson on 0408 363 196. Free entry.

01.01.2022 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 fire to start in the open. Please report any bushfire or smoke sightings very quickly to TFS by calling Triple Zero. Because it's 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, Break'O'Day, 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.