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Hamilton Fire Brigade

Locality: Hamilton, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5571 1070

Address: Cox street 3300 Hamilton, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.hamiltonfirebrigade.com.au/

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25.01.2022 ’ Spark in the Dark’ is an event that encourages people to turn off their lights for one minute and light a candle or shine a torch to thank our frontline workers tonight at 730pm. CFA has not organised this event but have received calls about lighting a bonfire in appreciation. Whilst we appreciate the sentiment please consider an alternative as it is very windy in some areas putting a bonfire at high risk of becoming out of control. If you light a candle please ensure it... is probably extinguished and is supervised by an adult . We appreciate your understanding and together we thank all the frontline workers.

25.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS For people in Mallee, Northern Country, North Central and parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West, North East, West and South Gippsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts.... Issued at 4:37 pm Wednesday, 7 October 2020. HEAVY RAIN DEVELOPING OVER NORTHERN VICTORIA WEDNESDAY WITH DAMAGING WINDS TO FOLLOW Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: A low pressure system will deepen over northwestern Victoria this evening before tracking south during Thursday, moving into western Bass Strait on Friday. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop across western and central parts of the warning area late on Wednesday before extending to the northeast ranges early on Thursday. 6 hourly rainfall totals of 30-50mm are possible into the early hours of Thursday. A Flood Watch is current for North East Victoria. DAMAGING NORTH TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 to 100 km/h, are expected to develop about eastern Alpine areas during Thursday morning. DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS, averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100 km/h, are expected to develop about the southwest coast and the Grampians during Thursday afternoon, extending to the central ranges (above 400m) and central coast during Thursday evening. Locations which may be affected include Mildura, Horsham, Warrnambool, Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour, Maryborough and Ballarat. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

23.01.2022 This years Victorian Police Rememberance day (29/9/20 at 10 Am )will be held virtually. This year we honour and remember the four officers who sadly died in Kew on 22 April, as well as the lives of another 19 Victorian Police officers, Victorian Public Service staff and Police Chaplains who died in the last year. See the National Police Remembrance Day (Vic) Facebook Event for full details of how to join the service online https://bit.ly/3iduyKK... Download the digital service booklet https://bit.ly/3jajRdj #NPRD2020

23.01.2022 Smoke is currently being seen in and around Hamilton. This maybe due to planned roadside burns or farmers conducting stubble burns. All burns are being conducted under permit conditions as we are still in the Fire Danger Period. No burning can be conducted without permits and appropriate authorisation. Restrictions During the Fire Danger Period - http://bit.ly/2P7qjaA... Fire Danger Period Permits - http://bit.ly/30ZJp5b Permit applications are assessed in accordance with the Country Fire Authority Act 1958.

21.01.2022 Today is International Youth Day. Our brigade is made up of a very strong junior brigade membership who regularly train and compete in demos. We are very proud of their achievements. As always we recognise their contributions and thank them and their supportive leaders for everything they do

20.01.2022 Welcome home and a massive well done to all of our Junior brigade members after competing in Mooroopna this weekend at the Urban Junior Firefighter State Championships.

20.01.2022 International Women's Day 2021 Today is International Women's Day. We thank our members for their valuable contribution to the community. Thank you to Dark Room Studios for their contribution to this slideshow. #IWD2021 #CFA #CFASouthWest

20.01.2022 In recent months we have seen an increase in house fires in CFA areas and sadly across the state, six lives have been lost. CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria are asking all Victorians to know their risks and be prepared when it comes to fire safety around the home.

17.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day, a national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that everyday is the day to ask ‘Are you ok’ and support those that maybe struggling. Stay connected,Check in on your friends, family, colleagues and yourself. For more information visit www.ruok.org.au... Lifeline 13 11 14 #theresmoretosayafterruok

17.01.2022 Some great reminders on how to prepare your property for the fire season.

17.01.2022 Join Captain Koala for #FireActionWeek2020 as he talks through how you can help keep you and hour household safe this fire season by preparing your property.

15.01.2022 Fire action week 2020

13.01.2022 Are you burning off or planning to burn off? Do you know if your shire is under fire restrictions or in the Fire Danger Period? Are you burning the appropriate Garden waste? There is a lot to think about before you light up. Fire safety is everyone’s responsibility Before burning off:... Check and follow local regulations or laws set down by CFA or your local council this is year found Notify neighbours at least two hours before starting the burn Notify the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) on 1800 668 511 Check the weather forecast for the day of the burn and a few days afterwards. Fires can burn for days. Check the fuel moisture conditions Establish a fire break of no less than three metres clearance of all flammable material Make sure there are enough people to monitor, contain and extinguish the burn safely and effectively. Register your burn-off All burn-offs should be registered with ESTA on 1800 668 511. Please provide the following information about your burn-off when registering: > Location > Date and expected start and finish times > Estimated size > What you intend to burn Unregistered burn-offs can cause brigades to be called out unnecessarily.

12.01.2022 Best of luck to our junior brigade members who are in Mooroopna this weekend at the Urban Junior Firefighter State Championships.

11.01.2022 Most fatal fires start at night and the smell of smoke alone won’t wake you up. For the safety of you and your loved ones install smoke alarms in all living an...d sleeping areas and ensure they are interconnected so when one alarm activates, they all sound. #SilenceIsDeadly www.cfa.vic.gov.au/silenceisdeadly

10.01.2022 Campers are urged to obey the following campfire regulations, if it’s not a Total Fire Ban day: Use a purpose-built fireplace where provided, otherwise light... your campfire in a trench at least 30cm deep. Ensure the trench is no larger than one square metre in size and the area around the trench is cleared of flammable material up to three metres in all directions, including above the campfire. Branches and logs on your campfire must be less than one metre long keep your fire just big enough for warmth and cooking. Never leave a campfire alight or unattended. You must maintain a 50-metre line of sight of the campfire at all times. An adult must be present at all times when the campfire is alight. Ensure your campfire is completely extinguished using water, not soil. Under the Forest Act 1958, on-the-spot fines of $496 can be issued to people breaching campfire safety rules. The maximum penalty for lighting a fire during a Total Fire Ban is $39,652, two years in jail or both. There are locations where you can not light fires, these can include Parks and beaches. Always check for any restrictions applying to your specific area. There are heavy fines if you get caught. For more information on camping and campfire safety, go to https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//fire-restrictions-and-regulati

10.01.2022 Hamilton Fire brigade fundraiser: We are selling a limited amount of our firetruck lunchboxes, at $25 Per unit. They are very versatile and at this time of the year they make the perfect stocking filler. All proceeds go to the Hamilton Fire Brigade to maintain and replenish equipment to ensure we can provide our service to the community.... Please direct message us if you are interested. Receipts for purchases can be provided and cash only. Local pick up and delivery (within 10km ) can be organised with contactless arrangements.

09.01.2022 Are you burning off safely? Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/burnoff for our checklist Call 1800 668 551 to register your burn-off

08.01.2022 The Fire Danger Period for the all of the Southern Grampians Shire commences at 0100hrs on Monday the 21st of December. This means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit or comply with certain requirements.... If you do not obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted. For guides on what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period or on days of total fire ban visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

07.01.2022 Hamilton Fire brigade fundraiser: CFA Lunchboxes still available at $25 each. All proceeds go to the Hamilton Fire Brigade to maintain and replenish equipment to ensure we can provide our service to the community.... Please direct message us if you are interested. Receipts for purchases can be provided and cash only. Local pick up and delivery (within 10km ) can be organised with contactless arrangements.

05.01.2022 Anytime is a good time to check your smoke alarm but daylight savings serves as a great yearly reminder. Check your smoke alarm by pressing the test button, also make sure it is clean and replace the battery and or unit if needed. Don’t forget to turn your clock one hour forward. ... For more information: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fires-in-the-home

03.01.2022 The Hamilton Fire Brigade wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year. We would also like to thank the community, our employers, friends and most importantly our family for their ongoing support in 2020 ( photo pre-covid 2019) #hamiltonfirebrigade #cfa3300 #cfavolunteer

03.01.2022 Back to getting out and about under covid precautions. Tonight’s skill maintenance is steep angle rope rescue.