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Inglewood Fire Brigade

Locality: Inglewood, Victoria

Address: Southey Street 3517 Inglewood, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/

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25.01.2022 To all brigade members - with the fire season fast approaching we have decided 12th August and September 9th we will be conducting our pre-season burn-over drills. Please keep these nights free as all active members will need to complete this as well as hazardous trees before being allowed to an event or on a strike team. Due to Covid-19 we will be altering our times to allow only 4 at a time plus proper cleaning afterwards, within the alotted time slots. Times available are as follows 5pm-6pm, 6pm-7pm & 7pm-8pm. With soup and sausage rolls for tea afterwards. Anyone wishing to help with cooking please indicate below or via BART. Thanks and stay safe.

25.01.2022 Flash back to just over a year ago! A big thanks to David Smyth who put this video of our day together!

24.01.2022 Restrictions are in force in the Loddon Shire, but do you know about the other shires restrictions? Do you know if your shire or a shire you might be visiting have started restrictions already? Check out the link to see for yourself. Do you know anyone who lives somewhere else during the week but have a holiday home in a different shire? If so, please share this with them. ... https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au//restrictions-during-the-fire-/

24.01.2022 Fire Danger Period is fast approaching.

23.01.2022 We are at the Station this morning for our monthly radio scheds. We will be testing the siren shortly!

22.01.2022 A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS has been issued for people in Northern Country and parts of Mallee, North Central and North East Forecast Distr...icts. Issued at 3:16 pm Sunday, 27 December 2020. The next warning is due to be issued by 6:20 pm. Damaging wind gusts with showers and thunderstorms. Weather Situation: A strong cold front is generating high-based showers and thunderstorms across northern and central parts of Victoria. Thunderstorms may be 'dry' and result in gusty conditions, locally reaching damaging strength (90 km/ h). Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Swan Hill, Kerang, Bendigo, Echuca, Shepparton and Seymour. Wind gusts between 80 and 90 km/h from Personal Weather Stations have been reported with showers and thunderstorms. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. 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 website/app/hotline. If severe thunderstorms develop in the Melbourne Area, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

22.01.2022 Being able to give your precise location in an emergency can save vital time and lives. The free #emergencyplus app has been upgraded with @what3words - Every 3 metre square in the world has been given a #whatthreewords address so you can #HelpTripleZeroFindYou with just three words. Be prepared this summer and download the app!

22.01.2022 On behalf of everyone in our brigade, we hope you all have a very Merry Christmas - what ever that may look like this strange year. We would also like to take this time to remind everyone to stay safe, if you're travelling... leave early and get plenty of rest. We want you to arrive safely to your destination. In an emergency please call 000. Remember to check gas fittings are working properly before starting the BBQ. If you are going to indulge in a bevvy or two, be sure yo...u have a responsible designated driver who won't drink. If you are lucky enough to be spending this joyous holiday with your loved ones, please remember to social distance where possible and have your masks with you. From our family to yours, we hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a happy and healthy 2021. Our working hours should you require us.

21.01.2022 With Fire Season fast approaching we are currently testing our radios and siren until approximately 10am this morning!

21.01.2022 A timely reminder to continuously be vigilant around camp fires and burn offs, especially coming into this seasons Fire Danger Period. A note from a former local, Tim Holland from Newbridge - Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Regional Commander. Thanks Tim,keep up the great work.

21.01.2022 A reminder to everyone, please register all and any burns, no matter how big or how small.

19.01.2022 An important message from our members this RUOK?Day. Check in with friends, family and colleagues not just today but every day - because it is ok not to be ok. A conversation could change a life.... #ruok #ruokday #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #itsokaytonotbeokay #ruokday2020 CFA (Country Fire Authority) CFA District 20

19.01.2022 Showers and storms to impact mostly Victoria in the next 24-48 hours as a trough push through. Conditions allow for possibility of some storms to become severe especially in Victoria with gusty winds, large hail and heavy rain all a threat. Please stay safe everyone and stay vigilant.

19.01.2022 We would like to Congratulate Des Roberts and his support team for his many (70) years of service in the Rheola CFA. Thank you for your dedication!

19.01.2022 CFA is taking part in the Victorian Farmers Federation Grains Group Annual Pre-Harvest Roadshow Webinar - 7.30 pm on 26 August, the topic is "Harvest Farm Safety". To register, go to: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ixm0tTSFSISF4pAmQj59FA

18.01.2022 Warning Heavy rain predicted, possibly causing flash flooding. Please stay away from flooded waters. Do NOT drive through flooded water!... Stay safe.

18.01.2022 Loddon and Campaspe Fire Danger Period has been signed off and will come into effect on the 23/11/2020 at 0100hrs. For more information about what you can or ca...n't do throughout the declared Fire Danger Period go to https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can #Firedangerperiod #CampaspeandLoddon #CFADistrict20 #Staysafe

18.01.2022 Please remember - if you are planning a little backyard burn, please register your burn beforehand to avoid any unnecessary calls to emergency services. Be sure to inform neighbours of your plans so they are aware, and it's also advised to check any local council laws prior. Thanks in advance.

17.01.2022 I find it had to fathom that we have officially been in our new station for just over a year now! With everything that has happened to the CFA and in general this year.......only time will tell. Happy 1 year anniversary team!

16.01.2022 While celebrating Grand Final this weekend, make sure to stay safe around the BBQ! Check the following to ensure there is no unexpected surprises: Check your ...gas bottle for wear and tear on hoses and for any leaks. You should test for leaks by using soapy water around a suspected leak site. Ensure your BBQ is away from any flammable items such as cardboard or dry grass. Clean out your grease tray beneath the BBQ. Have a great weekend being COVID and fire safe and let the best team win! #Grandfinal #BBQsafety #CovidSafe #GeelongVSRichmond #Staysafe #Checkyourgasbottles #District20

14.01.2022 Silence is deadly, smoke alarms save lives. Please ensure you have working smoke alarms and you check them regularly!

13.01.2022 While you are safe at home this month, it would be the perfect opportunity for you to take advantage of this time and start preparing your property and especially around the house for the fast approaching fire season this year. If we have learnt something from all of this, is that this year has been one messed up year, let's not waste anymore time. Get on top of those jobs while you are home. For further information go to How to Prepare Your Property go to: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/how-to-prepare-your-property

13.01.2022 Spreading some Christmas cheer this morning!

13.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Saturday 28/11/20 Tomorrow, Saturday 28/11/2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country. No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Sat, 28 Nov 2020 and 23:59 on Sat, 28 Nov 2020.... Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over summer - visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

13.01.2022 This is just to give people an idea of how fast things can change in a bushfire

12.01.2022 Reminder Fire Danger Period is not far away, if you wish to clean up around your yard, now is the time to do it. Please remember to always have an adequate water supply on hand and a proper fire break (bare ground) surrounding it. Please ring the burn notifications number 1800 668 511 prior to your burn and always remember to ring 000 in case of an emergency. Stay safe.

12.01.2022 If you're free tomorrow and wish to help with the search, please read the link.

11.01.2022 Possible bad weather to arrive late tonight and continue into early tomorrow morning. Stay safe everyone.

10.01.2022 To keep up to date on emergency’s across the state or near you, download the VicEmergency App You can set a watch zone that will alert you to any incident in your area.

10.01.2022 This New Year's Eve, don't let your celebrations put your community at risk. With many official displays now cancelled, we urge you to avoid the dangers of illegal fireworks. Don't ruin the party by letting your fireworks become a grassfire.

10.01.2022 A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by bureau of meteorology for all of district 20. With possibly damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall, leading to possible flash flooding over the next several hours. Please remember to tie down any loose items outside, don't drive unless absolutely necessary, stay away from flooded areas - never driving on a flooded road. If you need SES please call 132 500 from anywhere in Victoria for flood, storm, tsunami and ear...thquake emergency. For life-threatening emergencies call Triple Zero (000). Current emergency information is available by calling the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226. At any time, warnings and advice are available by visiting the VicEmergency website. Please stay safe everyone.

09.01.2022 Are you a brigade member "SAFE at home" and have plenty of time with nothing to do? If you still wish to do some learning..... Just log onto your brigades online and choose a module through the eLearning hub. Enjoy!

09.01.2022 CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO JOIN SEARCH PARTY We are calling for people able to assist with searching for a missing Neilborough man. It will involve walking throu...gh at times rough areas, so it is very important to wear solid boots/shoes and warm clothing, and that you have eaten before you arrive. If you are able to help please be at Raywood Fire Station no later than 8.00am tomorrow Friday 24 July. See more

09.01.2022 Police are asking for volunteers to help with the search for Bruce Evans tomorrow. If you are able to help please come to Raywood Fire Station by 9am and repor...t to the volunteer desk to check in. Wear sturdy footwear and bring snacks/lunch. Neilborough residents are advised that police will continue the search throughout the night and will be using lights and sirens to help with their search so please don't be alarmed. See more

07.01.2022 Disappointed to hear and especially on a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee. Big fines too.

06.01.2022 It was Radio Scheds and Spectrum testing this morning with a difference.

06.01.2022 From CFA District 20: Long weekends are a great time to clean up around your home and farm. If you are planning on burning off, make sure you check your local council bylaws, and register your burn off on 1800668511. By registering your burn off, it means our brigades won’t be called unnecessarily #registeryourburnoff #burnoffnotificationline #savesunecessarycallouts #cfadistrict20 #longweekend

05.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN REMINDER Today, Saturday 28/11/30 is a day of total fire ban in District 20 across the Mallee and Northern Country, meaning NO fire can be lit between 00.01 and 23.59

05.01.2022 Working smoke alarms save lives When changing your clocks, make sure to test your smoke alarms too. Here’s to longer days and fun outside! ... #staysafe #daylightsavings #checkyoursmokealarms #cfadistrict20

04.01.2022 Understanding Warnings and Emergency Information You should never wait to receive an official warning before you leave. Fires can start quickly and threaten... homes and lives within minutes. Understand the levels of warnings and don’t expect warnings to be issues in any particular order. The first warning you could get could be an Emergency Warning. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrict/about-warnings

04.01.2022 TODAY IS A DAY OF TOTAL FIRE BAN Today, Sunday, 27th December 2020, has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central district(s) of Victoria. Todays Fire Danger rating for Northern Country (us) is: SEVERE... For what you can and can’t to during the fire danger period and on total fire ban days head to: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

03.01.2022 If you’re staying in and cooking up a storm this weekend, we’ve got some songs for you to listen to

03.01.2022 Today we attended a fire in Newbridge, started by a header. Thanks to Inglewood, Bridgewater, Rheola, Newbridge, Marong, Woodstock West, Murphys Creek, Dunolly and Tarnagulla brigades for turning out and swiftly bringing the fire under control.

02.01.2022 ***UPDATED - 7:55pm 26/12/2020*** TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Sun, 27 Dec 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central district(s) of Victoria.... No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 27 Dec 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 27 Dec 2020.

01.01.2022 * VICTORIAN THUNDERSTORM FORECAST FOR TODAY, WEDNESDAY, 7 OCTOBER 2020 * Image source - Melbourne Storm Chasers. Information source - Bureau of Meteorology.... Issued at 4:31 am Wednesday, 7 October 2020, Valid until midnight on Wednesday, 7 October 2020. Thunderstorms are possible Wednesday afternoon and evening. Any storms are likely to develop from mid to late afternoon across northern Victoria, extending southwards during the evening. Thunderstorms will be embedded in a rain band and may result in heavy rain conducive to flash flooding. A severe weather warning is current for heavy rainfall for northern districts. - Nick -

01.01.2022 DO NOT DRIVE unless it's absolutely necessary tonight. Conditions on our roads are abysmal across the state this evening. Emergency services are currently at...tending to a huge number of incidents and accidents, with power lines and trees across roads and widespread power outages. If the curfew isn't incentive enough to stay home, please consider your own safety as well as the safety of emergency services workers who are currently dealing with the damage caused by this evening's severe weather. Please share with anyone you know who might be considering driving this evening. If you require assistance please contact the Victoria State Emergency Service on 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies call Triple Zero (000).

01.01.2022 The importance of closing doors when you aren't home and of course the importance of working smoke alarms.

01.01.2022 Fire Danger Period Reminder Campaspe and Loddon Shire’s Fire Danger Period commenced yesterday morning 23rd November, meaning the whole of District 20 is in FDP. Want to know what you Can and Can’t do during the Fire Danger Period and on a Total Fire Ban day? Click the link to find out more >> www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can