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Locality: Minto Heights

Phone: +61 2 9608 7777

Address: 31 Hansens Rd 2566 Minto Heights, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 A year ago today, our hearts were broken with the loss of two of our volunteers - Deputy Captain Geoffrey Keaton and firefighter Andrew O’Dwyer. The two young d...ads from the Horsley Park Rural Fire Brigade were tragically killed when a tree hit the fire truck they were in at Buxton, south-west of Sydney. Today, many of our members will take a moment for quiet reflection, to give thanks and remember. Sadly, Geoff and Andrew were two of four NSW RFS members who lost their lives last season and we will mark the anniversary of the loss of Sam McPaul and Colin Burns in the days ahead. And we will also remember the lives of the three American aircrew who died when a Large Air Tanker crashed in January. While we reflect on the terrible loss, including for members of the community, we are also grateful for the support, friendship and camaraderie shown over the last year, in such a difficult time for so many people. Days like this are tough and support is available. Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 For NSW RFS members, you can contact the Critical Incident Support Services Team or the Member Assistance Program for free support.

23.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee areas. Issued at 4:24 pm Monday, 28 December 2020.... The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 4:25 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Mulgoa, Oakdale, the western parts of the Wollondilly Shire, the area west of Picton, Yerranderie and the area between Oberon and Taralga. These thunderstorms are moving towards the east to southeast. They are forecast to affect Holsworthy, Hoxton Park, Liverpool, the Burragorang State Recreation Area, Menangle and Picton by 4:55 pm and Camden, Campbelltown, Oran Park, Appin, Lake Burragorang and Wedderburn by 5:25 pm. Damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are likely. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500. The next warning is due to be issued by 5:25 pm. http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21035.shtml

23.01.2022 Campbelltown hazard reduction burns. Over the last couple of weeks, Georges River Rural Fire Brigade has been actively undertaking hazard reduction burns with crews from Macarthur, Cumberland and Sutherland. With successful hazard reductions being completed at Simmos beach, Smiths Creek, Kentlyn and today behind Long Point/ Minto Heights, this has created significant protection to hundreds of properties right across Campbelltown. ... We would like to thank everyone that has been involved, and our community for their patience with road closures and smoke haze! For more information on hazard reductions, visit: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati/hazard-reductions

15.01.2022 Hazard Reduction Burns | Campbelltown LGA Please share far and wide especially to family and friends in the greater Macarthur area. Firefighters and Land Managers are taking advantage of the favorable weather conditions this week, to conduct a number of strategic Hazard Reduction burns. ... 28/4: National Parks & Wildlife are conducting a burn today in the Wedderburn area. The Minerva Hazard Reduction is 24.8ha in size 1/5: RFS are conducting a Hazard Reduction burn at Kentlyn. The Peter Meadows HR is 45ha and will burn between Peter Meadows Road and Coral Avenue. Peter Meadows Road will be closed during the burn on Saturday. Map Attached 2&3/5: RFS are conducting the Long Point HR. This is a 513ha burn in the Holsworthy Military Area directly behind Macquarie Fields. Map Attached Fire management is an important part of the natural environment. Environmental assessments have been undertaken and we have implemented control measures and conditions to ensure native flora and fauna are not adversely affected from this activity. Live close to the burn area? People in the area may see smoke and ash throughout the burn and are encouraged to take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your property by: Preventing smoke entering buildings by closing doors and windows Covering outdoor furniture and retracting pool covers to prevent ember damage Removing washing from clothes line Making sure pets have a sheltered area and plenty of water If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take you reliever medicine or seek medical advice Motorists should slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on. For your safety, we strongly advise you not to enter recently burnt bushlands, including adjacent walking trails, these burnt areas will be inaccessible until Thursday 29 April 2021. Further information and updates As hazard reduction activity is weather dependant, and subject to change, keep checking back for updates. You can also stay up to date through the following channels: Campbelltown City Council, NSW - Facebook page NSW Rural Fire Service website NSW Rural Fire Service Macarthur - Facebook page Bush Fire Information Line 1800 679 737 Fires Near Me website or smartphone app. Found a sick or injured wild animal? Contact your nearest veterinarian, or one of these wildlife carer organisations as soon as you can to receive expert advice on how to handle and arrange treatment for sick or injured wild animals: WIRES (Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service) www.wires.org.au or 1300 094 737 Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services www.sydneywildlife.org.au or 02 9413 4300 Wildlife Rescue Australia www.wildliferescue.net.au or 1300 596 457

15.01.2022 Evacuation warning has now been cancelled and Argyle St has reopened. **Evacuation Warning Issued** Please be advised an evacuation warning has been issued for... Picton CBD at 1:00pm Tuesday 23rd March 2021 We have also had reports of children playing in flood water run off and we urge parents to talk to their children to stop this behaviour. Children have drowned by playing in floodwater and this is an extremely dangerous activity.

14.01.2022 Incident Call - Minto Heights 23.33hrs 30/11/20 - Georges River 1 Alpha & Georges River 1 Bravo are currently on scene at a vehicle fire on Hansen’s Rd Minto Heights. Please avoid the area,further updates to follow.

13.01.2022 Recruitment Open! Have you ever had the desire to do more in your community? Feel a sense of accomplishment? Well your chance is here! Georges River Rural Fire Brigade is looking for our next generation of firefighters. There is only two requirements you need to meet, that is being 18years or older and live close to Minto Heights. If you think you have what it takes, please send us a message if not please share around and get the word out.

13.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology warns that at 4:50 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Oakdale. These thunderstorms are moving towards th...e east to southeast. They are forecast to affect Camden, and Campbelltown by 5:20pm. Damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are likely. * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Never enter floodwater If you need emergency assistance due to storm or flooding call 132 500, if the situation is life threatening call 000 The next warning is due to be issued by the Bureau of Meteorology at 5:55pm Stay safe

12.01.2022 Road Closed Please note that Ben Lomond Rd is currently closed between Hansens Rd and Eagleview Rd due to flash flooding

11.01.2022 48 HOURS OF SEVERE WEATHER TO COME - Bureau of Meteorology - 12:20PM, Monday 22nd March ... A strong high pressure system over the southern Tasman Sea continues to drive widespread and persistent rain onto the New South Wales coast. This is expected to continue today, particularly about the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers. Meanwhile, a low pressure trough in the state's west is deepening, bringing rain areas to the northern inland today. In this area, heavy rain is possible from the morning, becoming more likely in the afternoon and evening, extending to areas of the southeast over Tuesday. On Tuesday, as the trough reaches the Tasman Sea, a low pressure system may form, bringing increased rainfall, strong winds, damaging surf and abnormally high tides to the east and south. Most areas of New South Wales will see a clearing trend early Wednesday as a drier airmass moves into the region. EASTERN AREAS: HEAVY RAIN, likely leading to FLASH FLOODING, presents a SERIOUS RISK to the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast today and on Tuesday. Some risk remains for the Hunter and Central Tablelands districts during this period, particularly given the saturated nature of catchments. Due to extensive flooding across the east, localised moderate rainfall may also bring the risk of FLASH FLOODING. In some areas, heavy rain and flooding may be LIFE-THREATENING. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible along the coastal fringe south of Seal Rocks from Tuesday morning. VERY HEAVY SURF, which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion is likely for areas of the coastline south of Moruya from Tuesday afternoon, as strong northeasterly winds build over the waters. Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas. ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES which may cause sea water flooding of low lying areas south of Moruya are also possible. Water levels could exceed the highest tide of the year during Tuesday morning's high tide as a storm surge moves into coastal areas. Roads in some areas are cut off by water, and there is an increased risk of landslips during this period. In addition, super-saturated soils along areas of the east bring an increased risk of moderately gusty winds toppling trees. River catchments in this area are wet, bringing an enhanced risk of renewed RIVERINE FLOODING. Numerous flood watches and warnings are current. Latest updates at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/. WESTERN AREAS: HEAVY RAIN, likely leading to FLASH FLOODING, is forecast to develop in parts of the Upper Western, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, and Central West Slopes and Plains forecast districts from this morning, becoming more likely in the afternoon and evening. Heavy rainfall will then extend to areas of the ACT, South Coast, Snowy Mountains and Northern Tablelands during Tuesday. There is an enhanced risk with any thunderstorm activity. Widespread rainfall may lead to RIVERINE FLOODING, and a Flood Watch is current for catchments on the western slopes. Locations which may be affected include #Lismore, #Grafton, #CoffsHarbour, #PortMacquarie, #Taree, #Newcastle, #Sydney, #Wollongong, #Nowra, #BatemansBay, #Armidale, #Orange, #Canberra, #Goulburn, #Tamworth, #Moree, #Dubbo, #Tibooburra, #Cobar and #Bourke. Register now to receive SMS alerts when severe weather may impact you. www.nswincidentalerts.com www.bom.gov.au www.ses.nsw.gov.au For Emergency help, call NSW SES on 132 500.

10.01.2022 For all our local residents information, smoke will be visible from the Hazard reduction throughout the day.

09.01.2022 29/04/21 01:00 am Firecall. This morning Georges River Rural Fire Brigade was paged to a vehicle and bush alight on Peter Meadows Road, Kentlyn. On arrival crews were confronted with 1 car well alight and a small area of bush alight. Crews got to work on both the vehicle and area of bush with full extinguishment. No further damage to roads, bush or surrounding property. Many thanks to NSW RFS - Middleton Brigade for their assistance!

09.01.2022 FLOOD EVACUATION ORDER - WESTERN PARTS OF PENRITH Residents within Western parts of Penrith: Evacuate by 4:30pm 21 March 2021... NSW SES is directing people within the Western parts of Penrith to evacuate the high danger area using the Memorial Avenue onto the Great western highway onto Victoria Bridge towards Emu Plains. Water is already entering the rear of properties along Ladbury Avenue. The evacuation is for all properties within the area bounded by the Nepean River, south of the Great Western Highway and west of Peach Tree Creek. Includes: Captains Road; Fitch Avenue; Ladbury Avenue; Memorial Avenue; Nepean Avenue; and Recreation Avenue. The evacuation is also for all properties within the area of all the properties in the immediate vicinity of Cables Wake Park. The area bounded by Nepean River, Jamison Road and Peach Tree Creek. For any information about current evacuations please call the Public Information and Inquiry Centre (PIIC) on 1800 227 228. The PIIC is open and they have been provided with the latest information as to Evacuation Centre locations. To read the full bulletin please visit our website https://bit.ly/3s2VXoq For more information on: Listen to your local ABC radio station, follow /NSWSES on Facebook or www.ses.nsw.gov.au Latest Weather, Warnings, Rainfall and River heights: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ Road Closures: www.livetraffic.com.au

07.01.2022 Don't forget - Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow morning at 3am, which becomes 2am. Put your manual clocks and watches back one hour before heading to bed tonight - whilst your at it, also change the batteries and test your smoke alarms!! www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

07.01.2022 INCIDENT CALL Yesterday 02/04/21 At 06:23 Georges River Rural Fire Brigade was paged to a car alight in Kentlyn. On arrival crews found one car well alight and commenced fire fighting operations. The vehicle was fully extinguished with no further damage to surrounding bush land. Many thanks to Kentlyn Rural Fire Brigade for their assistance. Yesterday 02/04/21 at 12:32 Georges River Rural Fire Brigade was paged to assist paramedics with the extrication of an injured rock climber in Minto Heights. Many thanks to Fire and Rescue NSW Station 093 Narellan and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 008 Liverpoolfor the extra knowledge and hands to safely extricate the patient to nsw ambulance.

06.01.2022 INCIDENT CALL 06/12/20 2315Hrs Georges River Rural Fire Brigade was paged to reports of a structure fire on Ben Lomond Rd Minto Heights. On arrival FRNSW crews were at work controlling a fire that took hold in a large rural shed. RFS crews donned breathing apparatus to assist FRNSW with fire fighting operations and salvage and overhaul. The fire was fully extinguished and all units returned to there respective stations. Brigades in Attendance:... Lynwood Park Rural Fire Brigade Kentlyn Rural Fire Brigade Fire & Rescue Station 092 St Andrews Fire & Rescue Station 084 Macquarie Fields Fire & Rescue Station 088 Campbelltown

06.01.2022 INCIDENT CALL 23.33hrs 30/11/20 - Georges River 1 Alpha & Georges River 1 Bravo responded to reports of a vehicle fire on Hansen’s Rd Minto Heights. On arrival crews were faced with a car well alight, Fire fighting Crews donned CABA and got to work to extinguish the blaze. The Vehicle Fire is now extinguished and both units are returning to station. With warmer weather starting again today and into the weekend please remain vigilant and report any fires Immediately to 000

06.01.2022 Peter Meadows Hazard ReductionUpdate Kentlyn Crews are out again today continuing to patrol and mop up the burn site after successfully completing the Haza...rd Reduction yesterday as scheduled. The site is still active with some flame and smoke visable, this is expected and residents should not be concerned. Please remember a Hazard Reduction site can be an extremely dangerous place for days after burning has been completed. We advise residents and visitors to keep out of the burnt area and be vigilant when walking along the fire trails. See more

05.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Greater Wollongong and parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury, Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee areas. ... Issued at 5:20 pm Tuesday, 1 December 2020. Keep updated on weather changes & warnings from the BOM here https://bit.ly/3mCM268 Move your vehicles undercover & away from trees and branches. Secure loose items around your home. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe

04.01.2022 Compulsory masks for Sydney, Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains from midnight tonight Update from Gladys Berejiklian and NSW Health: The following measures for Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains) are effective from midnight tonight:... Face masks will be mandatory in the following indoor settings: Shopping (retail, supermarkets and shopping centres), Public/shared transport, Indoor entertainment (including cinemas and theatres), Places of worship, Hair and beauty premises. Face masks will also be mandatory for all staff in hospitality venues and casinos and for patrons using gaming services. Compliance will start from Monday, 4 January 2021 with $200 on the spot fines for individuals for non-compliance. Children under 12 are exempt but are encouraged to wear masks where practicable. Full details: https://www.nsw.gov.au//update-on-restrictions-2-january-2