Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group in Worongary, Queensland, Australia | Community organisation

Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group

Locality: Worongary, Queensland, Australia

Address: 32 Mudeeraba Rd 4213 Worongary, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.gcrfbg.org.au/

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24.01.2022 All the crews are arriving to get a briefing for the hazard reduction burn today in Guanaba. There will be smoke in the area and fire fighters working near the road please if you are driving in the vicinity of mystery road and Guanaba road please take care and drive slowly.

24.01.2022 There are currently numerous Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigades supporting Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES urban appliances at the fire in Carrara. Please take care if you are in the area.

24.01.2022 *** FLOODED ROADS *** Our crews have responded to numerous calls of cars stuck in rising floodwaters in Ormeau and Willow Vale. Unless you are driving an amphi...bious car you need to stay out of the water. We can’t stress enough the dangers of floodwater!If it’s flooded, forget it! Roads flooded: Willow Vale: Causeway at Hotham Creek Road and Fern Hill Drive Corner of Ruffles Road and Crystal Creek Road Pimpama: Mirrambeena Drive: Mirambeena Drive (near Tennis courts)

23.01.2022 Congratulations to the newly trained firefighters who are ready to respond to incidents in their local area & to support other Gold Coast brigades and surrounding areas. Well done to all

23.01.2022 Thanks to our volunteers who put in some long hours over the last three days. We had crews working in different capacities at the Springbrook fire on Friday and... again today. Our crews assisted in frontline firefighting, manning the Gold Coast Rural Fire Brigade Group tanker, and our Volunteer Community Educator Ian kept the Springbrook community informed by door knocking in the fire affected area. We also conducted a hazard reduction burn in our own area yesterday. #ormeaurfb

22.01.2022 Heads up, Qld! The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Gold Coast. Intense rainfall may lead to dangerous and life-threa...tening flash flooding. NEVER drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it. For flood and storm assistance call the SES on 132 500 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. See more

20.01.2022 On this day 19 years ago, 343 Firefighters ran into the World Trade Center doing their job and never returned. 60 Police Officers didn’t return home from that shift. 8 EMT/Paramedics heard their last call and didn’t return home.... Today we remember their bravery and sacrifice.

20.01.2022 This morning our Operational Support Unit team is going through their training on deploying essential equipment to support incidents. They have deployed to a Hazard Reduction Burn that is being conducted by Mudgeeraba RFB. The Operational Support Unit is mostly funded by the Rural Fire Levy collected from Gold Coast residents. State provide the radio equipment, lap top computers and PPE but all other equipment has been purchased from donations and levy monies. This is how crucial the funding for RFS is so this support unit can keep operating.

20.01.2022 HAPPY FATHER’S DAY | From our Group of Rural Fire Brigade families to yours, we wish all fathers and father figures in our community a safe and happy Father’s Day. We hope you have a special day.

19.01.2022 Thank you to Rotary Burleigh Heads for recognising some of our Gold Coast brigades today at their Australia Day function. Bonogin Valley Rural Fire Brigade Tallebudgera Valley Rural Fire Brigade Currumbin Valley Rural Fire Brigade Mudgeeraba Rural Fire Brigade Gilston/Advancetown Rural Fire Brigade Guanaba Rural Fire Brigade

19.01.2022 The volunteers at #OrmeauRFB are doing their bit for men's health. Please jump on the link in the post and donate to a great cause. Most men don't want to talk about their health but hopefully this will help start a conversation and also raise much needed funding. Good luck lads and awesome stuff

19.01.2022 Busy couple of days for the brigade. Yesterday we volunteered and helped out Coomera Valley Rural Fire Brigade with a Hazard Reduction Burn and over the past fe...w days and nights we have volunteered our time to help out with the Springbrook fire #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #volunteer #everylittledollarcounts #nucrush #bushfireseason2020 See more

18.01.2022 Once again we have multiple rural crews in attendance at the grass fire in Carrara. Please see below for further information from QFES. This continues to highlight that our rural brigades aren’t just restricted to rural areas of the Gold Coast. We ask that residents of the Gold Coast continue to request the City of Gold Coast Council to continue collecting the $1 levy on our behalf!!!

18.01.2022 Nerang Murwillumbah Rd is closed due to a fatal accident. For updates on the road re-opening: https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/?id=336518

18.01.2022 Follow the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES page for updates on the Carrara fire.

17.01.2022 We were fortunate enough to receive some gifts in the last week from Bright Horizons Childcare Ormeau Ridge. So far this year we’ve been unable to do any comm...unity education visits to see the children, talk fire safety and let the kids see bushy and the fire truck. So the educators at Bright Horizons sent us a little care package of cookies, paintings and colouring-in to say thanks to our team. #ormeaurfb #thankyou

17.01.2022 The weekend has been very busy for most of the Brigades across the Gold Coast with numerous Hazard Reduction Burns and providing support to the Springbrook fire. There was also responses to local incidents for several Brigades as well. On Saturday there was over 55 volunteer firefighting appliances on the ground attending the HRB's and incidents which would have seen nearly 200 volunteers out in their communities. Now we need to look at the weekend and see what this has cost ...our Group and assist Brigades where possible with replacing drinking water and damaged equipment if necessary. Since Friday the Gold Coast Group has sent out a pallet load, 60 cartons, of drinking water and will need to cover associated costs with catering for the crews as well. There will also be the printing and paper used during these operations so crews had maps and incident information. The money that will be used to cover these costs will come from the $1 levy that is provided to the Gold Coast Group from the community that is collected by the GCCC. We no longer have the time to keep fighting to secure funding into the future as we now have to work on the ground supporting the many volunteers that are working hard to protect their communities. It is now Fire Season and operations on the ground is critical. We are hoping the State Government and the GCCC can work together to sort out this funding situation our Brigades are facing come next year so the community knows that their volunteer Rural Fire Brigades will still be able to function come June next year. #everylittledollarcounts #onedollarlevy #GCRatePayers #SupportYourLocalRFB #volunteer #GCCommunity #hazardreductionburns #2020fireseason #bushfirepreparedness #bushfiresurvival #prepareactsurvive #GCbrigades

17.01.2022 Watch and Act - Tallebudgera and Currumbin 17 December 2020 Due to heavy rainfall, properties in the Currumbin and Tallebudgera catchments may be impacted by fl...oodwater in the coming hours. Monitor the situation closely and if necessary move to higher ground. For storm damage call SES on 132 500. In an emergency call triple zero (000). In the event you need to evacuate, seek shelter with friends and family where possible. However an Emergency Assembly Point has been established at our Reedy Creek Waste and Recycling Centre located at 61 Hutchinson Street, Burleigh Heads. Due to COVID-19, we have changed how we manage evacuations to minimise exposure to the virus. Anyone needing shelter will be processed at this location before being provided details on shelter arrangements.

16.01.2022 Hear that rumbling across the sky? Severe storms are starting to roll in across South East Queensland, including Toowoomba, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Th...is means strong winds, hail and heavy rainfall may impact these areas this afternoon and into the evening. Stay safe inside and tune into the warnings from Bureau of Meteorology. See more

15.01.2022 Today is National Police Remembrance Day. To all those police men and women who we have lost and all those who continue to serve to keep our community safe - thank you!

13.01.2022 R U OK Day is a reminder that a conversation could change a life. This year’s message is ‘There’s more to say after #RUOK’. Learn what to say next so you can keep the conversation going when someone says they’re not OK. #theresmoretosay

12.01.2022 Busy weekend! Crews out at the Springbrook Fire on Friday afternoon/night (with more crews going tomorrow) and then a Hazard Reduction Burn in the valley yesterday. Thanks to the team for the massive effort! (Photos from HR burn)

12.01.2022 Tonight we have some members from brigades across the Gold Coast helping Gold Coast SES load up tarps there was approximately 400 tarps loaded onto a truck now they are on the there way to Ipswich

12.01.2022 Just a reminder that there is a local fire ban in place until midnight Monday (2359hrs Monday 23rd November). Please report any signs of smoke immediately to 000. THE FOLLOWING EXEMPTIONS APPLY:... Fires lit for the purpose of cooking, that are: a. within a properly constructed receptacle such as a barbeque, gas or wood fired and pizza oven, and b. where the fire cannot escape or cause embers to drift, and c. there must be a fire extinguishing device available (e.g. garden hose or fire extinguisher) are permitted provided they are not left unattended. Fires lit for the purpose of providing warmth that are: a. lit within a properly constructed receptacle, such as fire pits and braziers, and b. that are used in suburban back yard, and c. no larger than 1m x 1m x 0.5m, and d. there is a fire extinguishing device available (e.g. garden hose or fire extinguisher), and e. the area is cleared of vegetation and embers cannot drift from the fire, and f. provided they are not left unattended are permitted between 1800 hrs to 0600 hrs. (6pm to 6am). This exemption does not include bon fires.

11.01.2022 Heads up for this afternoon/evening!!

11.01.2022 5:12pm Thursday: Severe weather is no longer occurring in the region. This post will not be updated. ======================== UPDATED 4:43 PM... WHAT THE THUNDERSTORMS ARE DOING Severe storms in the area have temporarily eased, but the redevelopment of thunderstorms remains possible. FLOODING ALERT An Emergency Alert has been issued by the City of Gold Coast for properties in Tallebudgera and Currumbin. Catchments may be affected by floodwater in the coming hours. For more information: https://bit.ly/2LKGkSr An Emergency Assembly Point has been set up at the Reedy Creek Waste and Recycling Centre, 61 Hutchinson Street, Burleigh Heads. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Move your car undercover or away from trees and secure loose outdoor items. Never drive, walk or ride through floodwaters. Avoid using the telephone during a thunderstorm. Seek shelter - indoors if you can, and never under trees. Beware of fallen trees and powerlines. If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately For SES assistance phone 132 500 Listen to ABC GOLD COAST for the latest updates: Tune in to 91.7FM. Stream online https://www.abc.net.au/radio/goldcoast/ Or the ABC Listen App More information: Bureau of Meteorology: www.bom.gov.au/products/IDQ21035.shtml City of Gold Coast: dashboard.cityofgoldcoast.com.au If you're not sure what to do when there’s a storm, visit our website for advice: https://www.abc.net.au/em/plan-for-emergency-storm/12412056

09.01.2022 FIRE CALL ROCKY POINT ROCKY POINT HEAVY APPLIANCE DISPATCHED TO PIMPAMA JACOBS WELL ROAD FOR AN INCIDENT PLEASE AVOID THE AREA

09.01.2022 Today we have one crew assisting our friends at Guanaba Rural Fire Brigade with a Hazard Reduction Burn. One other crew just returned back to the station from a car fire in bushland off Creek Street in Pimpama (pictured). #Ormeaurfb

09.01.2022 Good evening, Queensland. In case a cyclone lingering off the coast wasn’t enough, the Bureau of Meteorology has put out a warning for very dangerous thundersto...rms in the south east corner of the state. Damaging winds and heavy rainfall are likely in Cherbourg, Redland City and parts of Gympie, Logan, Somerset, South Burnett, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane City and Moreton Bay Council Areas. Please stay inside if you can and away from floodwater. For SES assistance call 132 500 and, as always, dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. See more

08.01.2022 Big crowd down here at the showgrounds tonight. Great vibe

07.01.2022 Coomera Valley RFB with some good advice for their community this morning. Mudgeeraba RFB also putting out some good messaging to their community this morning with predicted high temperatures and winds today. Not the day to do a pile burn with the current predictions.

05.01.2022 Please be advised there will be a local fire ban effective for all of the South East Region from midnight tonight (0001hrs Sunday 22nd November) until midnight Monday (2359hrs Monday 23rd November).

05.01.2022 **This warning is no longer current. Please check the QFES Facebook page for updated information.** CARRARA grass fire as at 10.40pm Tue 29 Sep Multiple Queen...sland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are finalising firefighting operations at a grass fire burning in the land near Alison Road and Palm Meadows Drive, Carrara. This grassfire broke out earlier this afternoon and is posing no threat to property at this time. Firefighters have completed backburning operations and are now conducting blackening out operations with completion expected by early morning. Nearby residents may be affected by a smoke haze. Residents are asked to close windows and doors and if suffering from a respiratory condition, keep medications close by. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat, they are advised to call Triple Zero (000) immediately. See more

05.01.2022 In light of the current pandemic, Envirofluid - For a Better World wanted to support RRT’s benevolent efforts, and donated 2,500 500ml bottles of hand-sanitiser... to keep our volunteers safe on the front-line! This has been a welcome addition to RRT’s kit, having invested in a number of portable hand sanitiser stations to ensure we are in line with COVID-19 guidelines at upcoming events. Thank you Envirofluid - For a Better World, for a great contribution towards the cause. #Envirofluid #RRT #HandSanitiser See more

04.01.2022 Please be cautious if in the area.

03.01.2022 Heads up, Gold Coast! The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning. Now is not the time to seek adventure. Please seek shelter instea...d, and stay out of flood waters. For storm and flood assistance, call the SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

03.01.2022 Wear a yellow ribbon to show your support for the Rural Fire Service Volunteers.

02.01.2022 Some good information from Coomera Valley RFB this morning re information sent to Brigades this morning. Gold Coast Brigades are being called upon to be ready for possible Strike Teams to assist our neighbouring areas due to the predicted Severe Fire weather. Stay safe to all our crews heading out this weekend.

01.01.2022 This time last year, a raging bushfire destroyed 11 homes around the Sarabah and Binna Burra area. A Bushfire Survival Plan is a non-negotiable. If your househ...old doesn’t have one, now is the time to create it. For a step-by-step guide, visit: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//Create-your-bushfire-sur Binna Burra/Sarabah Sept. 2019

01.01.2022 SES APP Now is the perfect opportunity to download the SES Assistance App, as severe storms continue to impact parts of south-east Queensland. During flood... and storm emergencies, you can request help from the SES via the app! Download on iPhone and iPad via iTunes and for Android phones via GooglePlay. See more