Harcourt Fire Brigade in Harcourt, Victoria | Community organisation

Harcourt Fire Brigade

Locality: Harcourt, Victoria

Address: 56 High Street 3453 Harcourt, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 "A lot of fatalities in bushfires are caused by people who just leave the decision to leave far too late." #BigWeather #YourPlanetAU #bushfireplanning #ReadyTogether

24.01.2022 Have you got any green waste laying around? Take advantage of the free green waste disposal available at Castlemaine and Maldon transfer stations. perfect opportunity for preparing your property for the upcoming fire season

23.01.2022 The Fire Danger Period will commence in the Macedon Ranges Shire at 1.00am on Monday 14th December 2020 and Mt Alexander a week earlier on the 7th. For more inf...ormation on what you can and can't do during the upcoming Fire Danger Period please visit: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can With increased winds and temperatures today we ask that you avoid burning off and check old burns.

21.01.2022 Today is World Blood Donor Day..... Have you donated blood before? The whole process is quick and easy from booking in online to dealing with the friendly staff at the Bendigo donor centre.... My last donor went to the Peter McCallum centre where it was used to give life to one patient If you are O negative, your blood is more widely used so consider donating today. Download the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood app or head to their website for more info

21.01.2022 Keeping warm on this freezing Winters night is number one priority But even in Winter we need to be conscious of fire hazards in our homes. Remembering to turn your electric blanket off when you get into bed is a good start

20.01.2022 A great reminder from Mt Macedon Fire Brigade..... Please always extinguish your campfire properly and never leave it unattended

19.01.2022 Ever wondered how fast a grass fire burns? Temperatures are set to go up into the 40s over the next few weeks, stay alert, act safely, and have a plan. Conta...ined experiment by CSIRO and RFS 2015. #nswrfs #haveaplan #grassfire #beprepared #firesafety #stayalert #actsafely #firefighter #fire #summer #makeaplan

19.01.2022 The other day I heard someone say that we no longer need to slow to 40kmh when passing emergency vehicles with their lights flashing. That is not the case You must slow to 40kmh when passing all vehicles with red and blue flashing lights for the safety of all members.

19.01.2022 To register your burn-off after these dates, go to www.firepermits.vic.gov.au or call 1800 668 511

18.01.2022 COMPETITION TIME What if we told you that by simply snapping a couple of ‘before’ and ‘after’ shots of your bushfire season preparation during October you could win a prize pack from CFA District 2? Firstly, here are the goodies you’ll win:... CFA tote bag. Fire extinguisher. Fire blanket. Captain Koala plush toy. The latest CFA publications. Activities for the kids. A range of CFA merchandise. All you need to do is send your set of ‘before’ and ‘after’ pictures showing a part of your well-prepared property by email to [email protected] Make sure you include your full name and preferred contact details. Entries close strictly at 11:59pm on Saturday 31st October 2020 - winners will be notified within the first week of November. If you have any questions, just let us know - we can’t wait to see your photos and award this great prize to our competition winner!

18.01.2022 Round 2 of Fire Safety Essentials - Mt Alexander Fire Safety Essentials (FSE) is an information session designed to challenge participants to personalise their fire risk, to survive fire and will discuss the risks relevant to your municipality. You must register in advance for these webinars at: https://cfa-vic-gov-au.zoom.us/.../WN_9KAzcEruRZmEO05VZtKz-g

17.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARATION Tomorrow, Mon, 25 Jan 2021 has been declared a day of TOTAL FIRE BAN in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central,... North East and East Gippsland district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Mon, 25 Jan 2021 until 11:59 PM Mon, 25 Jan 2021. Find out what you can and can’t do on a day of total fire ban: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

15.01.2022 Please remember no matter where you are camping, EXTINGUISH YOUR CAMPFIRE PROPERLY... Harcourt FB have attended several fires over the years where camp fires were not fully extinguished and over the following days the heat underneath kept embers alight. All it takes then is a gust of wind to blow those hot embers in to surrounding bush land.... Always make sure your fire is cool all the way through. The warmer weather is here!! So stay safe, cool and hydrated.

15.01.2022 More than 300 unattended and abandoned campfires have been detected in state forests, parks and reserves this summer. This number is too high. Approximately 10 ...per cent of bushfires on public land in Victoria are caused by campfire negligence, and ignorance is not an excuse. We urge you to learn the campfire safety rules before going camping, including checking weather conditions are safe before lighting a campfire and never leaving your campfire unattended. Anyone caught breaching the rules will face penalties, including on the spot fines of $496 or up to $39,652 or two years imprisonment, or both, for lighting a fire on a day of Total Fire Ban. You can find more information here: www.ffm.vic.gov.au/permit/fire-restrictions-and-regulations Remember to check for up-to-date COVIDSafe info at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au

15.01.2022 Due to the new Stage 3 restrictions the fire siren will only sound in the first and third Sundays of the month. Whilst it may seem quiet at the station, you can be assured that we will be attending to every call out in our usual efficient and professional manner.

14.01.2022 We see the impacts of reckless and negligent behaviour every fire season. Today, Assistant Chief Fire Officer - Bernie Fradd joined Victoria Police at the launc...h of #OperationSafeguard - set up to prevent and detect the occurrence of intentional and reckless fires. Take extra care this fire season when lighting recreational fires like campfires, conducting burn-offs or using machinery. Keeping our communities safe from bushfire is a shared responsibility.

14.01.2022 SLOW DOWN AROUND SCHOOLS What's been happening at your local school crossing during lockdown? Have drivers bothered slowing down? With Prep to Grade 2 ...and Year 11 and 12 students heading back into school today, the people who oversee road safely in school zones are urging drivers to slow down. Michelle Holmes was on deck supervising the crossing at Harcourt Primary this morning, and told breakfast presenter Fiona Parker, "They (the children) are what makes our job, seeing their beautiful faces." She said during the last weeks of learning from home, school crossing supervisors have continued working to see the smaller number of students still attending school safely across the roads - and while traffic has been a lot quieter, what has been disturbing is motorists not slowing down. "The odd times when you did have to go out and take somebody across you'd be taking that extra care, wait just a little bit longer because you can just see them speeding through," said Ms Holmes. She also noted preppies in particular might need a bit of re-educating about the crossing rules after two months away. : supplied, Michelle Holmes in action

13.01.2022 Schools are back tomorrow for the first term of 2021, whilst some others go back next week on 1st February. Please note that School Crossings will be in action, park in appropriate places and reduce your speed around School Zones.

12.01.2022 Update from the Emergency Management Commissioner, Andrew Crisp - 8 February 2021

12.01.2022 FYI Today is a total fire ban for our district, North Central, and including Harcourt North areas which are in Northern Country district. Keep cool today, make sure the animals have water, check your neighbours and stay safe.

11.01.2022 As First Responders, it’s our job to support our communities day in, day out. Through fires, floods, road crashes and more our emergency service workers are t...here, ready to help. Today, on Thank a First Responder Day, we say a huge thank you to every single first responder we work alongside. #WeWorkAsOne

10.01.2022 SCHOOLS ARE BACK Reminder that schools resume some classes tomorrow. Preps, Years 1 & 2 at Primary School and Years 11 & 12 at Secondary School. Other years w...ill commence in14 days time There will be changes in drop off points around schools, so be careful around these areas as you transit through them. See more

10.01.2022 Do you understand the Warnings and Emergency Information??

09.01.2022 The attached photographs show just how easy a grassfire can happen if your campfire is not compliant or extinguished properly when you leave. Please ensure you know the regulations required by clicking the link below; https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au//5e14373f-e64d-3676-bb7b-2685a8... With this in mind, enjoy the long weekend, whatever it is you may be doing and make sure if you intend on camping that you extinguish your campfires correctly.

09.01.2022 MESMERISING: Check out this unusual controlled burn in Spain where fire crews set pollen alight at a park, revealing lush grass underneath. #9News

09.01.2022 It is going to be a hot one today with thunderstorms and rain forecast for this afternoon, a very typical Victorian Summer day in Spring! The perfect Sunday to stay inside with the air con on, relax and stay cool. Make sure everything is locked away safely before the storm hits and be prepared for 10-20ml of rain.

08.01.2022 Today, a new era starts with the Fire Services in Victoria. The paid staff of CFA and MFB will almagamate to form Fire Rescue Victoria and the CFA will continue... as a fully volunteer service. There has been a large amount of publicity and anxiety around the fire service reforms, but be reassured that the same people will respond from the same stations in the same trucks. Volunteer and paid firefighters will continue to work alongside each other to serve the community.

08.01.2022 Have you downloaded this app??

07.01.2022 The images coming from America are devastating and remind us of our own images from earlier this year. Now is the time to start preparing your property for Summer. Spring rains are predicted which usually means we can watch the grass grow daily!!... Snakes are also out and about so keeping the grass down around your property is of double value to you. The CFA website has all the information you need to plan and prepare your property for the upcoming season Remember to register your burn off before you light up https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/home

06.01.2022 What have you packed in your Emergency Kit? Your Emergency Kit should contain essential items - like important documents, water, a mobile phone and charger, medicines and a change of clothes.

05.01.2022 A little something to brighten your day!

05.01.2022 Today we mark one year since the start of the devastating bushfires which deeply affected Victorian communities across the state. On 21 November, 2019 the first... ‘code red’ fire danger rating in almost a decade was declared in the Mallee and Northern Country, and dry lightning strikes in East Gippsland that started three fires which grew to a widespread bushfire disaster that burned for months. Today we reflect on the devastation and challenges that followed 21 November and the incredible support from all emergency services who came together to aid the communities impacted by the unprecedented fire season. Forest Fire Management Victoria Victoria Police Victoria State Emergency Service Fire Rescue Victoria Vic Emergency Australian Red Cross [These photos were taken by CFA Members, Members of the community and Forest Fire Management Victoria]

04.01.2022 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 th...at shift. 8 EMT/Paramedics heard their last call and didn’t return home. Today we remember their bravery and sacrifice.

04.01.2022 Heres a link to some great info on campfire safety, although I doubt there will be any campfires today!! Hope you are staying dry at your place

04.01.2022 Today marks the start of Men's Health Week, an annual event to encourage Australian men to come together and openly discuss health issues, needs and outcomes. B...oth on and off the fire ground, good health is absolutely vital, and it's important to take stock of your health and think about where you're at. Here's five easy actions you can do each day to help boost your wellbeing

04.01.2022 Fire Danger Period for Mt Alexander shire begins on Monday December 7th. Please note that some northern parts of Harcourt are in the City of Greater Bendigo district and therefore restrictions apply from Monday 30th November. Be aware of which fire district applies to you before you burn off. This means no open fires are allowed after this time. So this is your last chance to clean your property and burn off any piles. Please remember to register your burn off. All you need to know, regarding registering your burn and what you can and cannot do during the fire danger period, can be found on the CFA website

04.01.2022 Going camping over Summer? Remember to never camp under trees Yesterday this spot looked like a beautiful shady camping spot. ... During the night this tree decided to let go of a couple of branches. It wasn’t windy. There was no storm. Gumtrees lose branches in the calmest, most mildest weather. A great reminder to stay safe when camping

04.01.2022 The brigade has been generously supported by many community groups to ensure that our hose rack installation has become a reality. We would like to thank all those who have contributed, including the Harcourt Progress Association who presented us with a cheque for $650 towards this project.

02.01.2022 As we approach the upcoming fire season we are undertaking the compulsory entrapment drills as per CFA COVID guidelines. This training will continue over the month of October, so you may see some continued activities around the station.

01.01.2022 #fireactionweek2020 What are you doing to prepare?

01.01.2022 Check the Fire Danger Ratings for your journey and destination and make sure you've packed a fire ready kit for your car! Be prepared to change plans on Severe, Extreme or Code Red days. Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/travel for important information on keeping safe while travelling.

01.01.2022 During and following the 2019/20 fire season, $25 million was donated to CFA. $4.8 million of these donations were allocated to one of CFA’s four programs to di...stribute donations a tools and equipment ‘District Pick List’. The 11,000 items distributed to 95% of CFA’s 1200 brigades from this list will help us protect our communities across the state. To everyone who donated to CFA thank you.