Gerringong Rural Fire Brigade in Gerringong, New South Wales | Non-profit organisation

Gerringong Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Gerringong, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4230 8200

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25.01.2022 We responded both our urban pumper and our heavy tanker to Armstrong Ave this afternoon following several 000 calls reporting a structure fire. Our crews arrived on scene within minutes and identified an electrical kiosk alight. In conjunction with Endeavour Energy and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 346 Kiama we were able to isolate electricity and use carbon dioxide fire extinguishers to stop further fire spread. Whilst we did not require the use of water at this incident, our... crews located several nearby hydrants which were not suitable for use as grass had grown over the top of them. Please ensure you maintain the area around hydrants so we can access water in an emergency-it might be your house next time! NSW RFS Illawarra District NSW Rural Fire Service

24.01.2022 Last night both Gerringong trucks attended a fire on Gerroa beach. Fires are not permitted at the beach so it was extinguished by brigade members. Fires create hazards for other beach users long after you have left and even if you think you have extinguished it. The sand holds heat for a significant time which can causes burns if it is walked on. See local council and the RFS website for what is allowed in your area.

23.01.2022 Your local brigade and volunteers support Gezza Cares. We’d like to thank the leadership team at NSW RFS Illawarra District who have supported us in applying these stickers to our appliances so we can aid in spreading this important message.

22.01.2022 It’s time to prepare your Emergency Survival Kit for bush fire season. Tell us what you’ll pack in your kit? #getreadyweekend

22.01.2022 Get Ready Weekend - THIS WEEKEND!

22.01.2022 Our crews have been busy over the last hour clearing several trees off local roads. Please take care in these conditions and remember to slow down when passing emergency vehicles. NSW RFS Illawarra District

22.01.2022 Some of our members refreshing their Breathing Apparatus (BA) skills this evening. BA is utilised anywhere that we may experience toxic gases, oxygen deficient atmospheres, elevated temperatures and/or smoke.

21.01.2022 Q&A - Get Ready Weekend #getreadyweekend #rfs

20.01.2022 Earlier this afternoon crews responded to reports of a motor vehicle fire on Princes Hwy near Kiama Bends. Thankfully, there was no fire (rather a mechanical issue resulting in excess steam). Our crews helped ensure the driver of the vehicle was safely on their way prior to returning to station.

20.01.2022 We always appreciate the support that Shoalhaven Heads Rural Fire Brigade provides. We were able to team up with them again today at an incident in Gerroa.

18.01.2022 Get Ready Weekend - How Fireproof is Your Plan? #getreadyweekend #rfs

18.01.2022 Over the weekend some of our members conducted their annual breathing apparatus recertification. This activity ensures that we remain competent and provides an opportunity for us to practise our structural firefighting skills. We were joined by Dunmore Rural Fire Brigade who also participated in the assessment. NSW RFS Illawarra District

17.01.2022 Earlier today both Gerringong trucks attended a motor vehicle accident on the Kiama Bends. Despite numerous NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW Police Force and NSW Ambulance vehicles being in attendance, it was disappointing to see the majority of passing motorists not slowing down when passing the accident site. This created a dangerous situation for all emergency services and caused the road to be completely closed for a short period so we could safely access the road to clean it.... Please remember to slow down when passing emergency vehicles. More information about these rules can be found here. https://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au//slow-d/index.html NSW RFS Illawarra District NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command Traffic and Highway Patrol Command - NSW Police Force Lake Illawarra Police District

16.01.2022 Are you prepared? A total fire ban has been declared for the Illawarra/Shoalhaven from midnight tonight. Please report all unattended fires to 000 immediately.

16.01.2022 Are you ready? Visit www.myfireplan.com.au today.

16.01.2022 Please report all unattended fires to 000 immediately.

15.01.2022 Know the risk and the rules before you light that fire.

15.01.2022 The training continues... During the week our crews conducted motor vehicle accident drills and today one of our members completed the village component of their Crew Leader assessment at the NSW RFS Illawarra District training centre in Dapto.

13.01.2022 This week's St. George Illawarra Dragons "Game Day Charity Raffle" is being sold in support of local RFS brigades. Raffle tickets are on sale now and will be drawn in the second half of the Dragons match against the Storm this Sunday the 27th of September. 50% of the prize money goes to the raffle winner and 50% to support Illawarra Rural Fire Service Brigades. Tickets can be purchased from https://5050charityraffle.com.au/dragons (NSW & QLD residents only).

11.01.2022 Both Gerringong Pumper and Gerringong 1 responded to a local petrol station this evening following reports of a motor vehicle accident. Upon our arrival it was evident that a vehicle had struck and dislodged one of the fuel bowsers. Fortunately their were no injuries and the automatic fuel shut off was activated. Our crews provided fire protection until the scene was rendered safe and handed back to the owner. Also on scene were Fire and Rescue NSW Station 346 Kiama, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 488 Shellharbour (HAZMAT) and Lake Illawarra Police District. NSW RFS Illawarra District

11.01.2022 We took advantage of the amazing weather on Sunday to continue some essential training. Whilst our newest members continued their initial training using our bushfire tanker our firefighters refreshed their hydraulic skills ahead of the fire season using our urban pumper. We’re prepared, are you? Appropriate COVID safe practices are followed throughout all essential activities. ... NSW RFS Illawarra District NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command NSW Rural Fire Service

10.01.2022 Congratulations to our 5 new Bush Firefighter qualified members. The Bush Firefighter qualification is the first step in RFS training and will allow the new members to attend call outs. Members were assessed in using hoses, pumps, radio communications, hand tools and emergency actions in case of a vehicle being over run by fire.

09.01.2022 It's been a wet day in the Gerringong area which has caused several motor vehicle accidents on the Kiama Bends. Rain has a significant effect on the surface of the road so please slow down and drive to the conditions.

09.01.2022 Kids love learning about firefighting safety! Covid-19 might prevent us from running community engagement events but you can teach your children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces all about firefighting from home! Check out Project Firestorm: a fun, interactive page for kids to learn all things firefighting.

07.01.2022 A spectacular night for our regular training session! Tonight we practiced drafting (ie pulling water from a static water source into the pump) and then performed a simulated response to a firecall in the local area.

07.01.2022 Bush Fire Facts-Total Fire Bans What does a Total Fire Ban mean to you and your family? Watch the video below to find out!

07.01.2022 Our first live stream is up! Join us at 11:30am Sunday for the next instalment. What would you like to see from the station? #getreadyweekend #howfireproofisyourplan

06.01.2022 Our crew responded to an Automatic Fire Alarm in Gerringong this morning. Upon their arrival the crew searched the building with a thermal imaging camera and determined that the alarm had been activated by dust coming from on site construction work.

04.01.2022 Our volunteers were yesterday tasked with further hazard reduction works in the Horsley area along with several other NSW RFS Illawarra District brigades. This important work will continue whilst weather conditions are favourable ahead of the 20/21 bushfire season. We’re prepared, are you?

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04.01.2022 There’s hot weather coming later this week. Is your property prepared?

04.01.2022 Our annual Get Ready Weekend would typically be held next weekend however due to COVID-19 we will not be hosting an open day style event this year. Instead we will be hosting a number of online events including a live Q&A event (details will be posted soon). So as we can deliver our Get Ready Weekend over the coming weeks we would really appreciate everyone sharing this post and tagging your friends and family in the comments, inviting them to like our page. You may also see some banners and posters that have been erected around Gerringong to spread the message also. Remember to like our page and stay tuned for updates!

04.01.2022 Fact: Only 6.9% of NSW was impacted by bush fire in the 2019/20 fire season. This means there is a significant bush fire risk for the coming 2020/21 fire season. It only takes 5 minutes to improve or make a plan that will give your property, your family and yourself the best chance of survival. Get ready now at https://www.myfireplan.com.au/ #getreadyweekend #RFS

03.01.2022 Around midday today both Gerringong appliances responded to a caravan fire on the Princes Highway at Willowvale. On arrival, the crews discovered a caravan well alight and a grass fire that had begun on the embankment. The caravan was quickly extinguished while crews simultaneously worked to contain the grass fire. Numerous NSW RFS Illawarra District units responded including Foxground RFS, Shoalhaven Heads Rural Fire Brigade and the Illawarra Support brigade. We were also joined on scene by Fire and Rescue NSW Station 346 Kiama and Traffic and Highway Patrol Command - NSW Police Force.

03.01.2022 Get Ready Weekend is THIS WEEKEND! We'll be hosting live Q&A sessions right here on FB, and sharing tips to help you prepare for bush fire. What would you like to ask a fire fighter? #getreadyweekend #rfs

02.01.2022 Did you see us out and about in Seven Mile National Park on Sunday? We were participating in a search and rescue training scenario as part of our monthly training day. We don’t just fight bush fires-we attend various types of incidents and support other emergency service agencies which is why it is important that we maintain a wide range of skills. NSW RFS Illawarra District

02.01.2022 A well-prepared home is more likely to survive a bush fire. Can you spot the 5 actions needed to prepare this property? #getreadyweekend #RFS