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Irymple Fire Brigade

Locality: Irymple, Victoria

Address: 700 Koorlong Ave 3498 Irymple, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Bushfires can create their own weather, generating ‘pyrocumulonimbus’ clouds and storms. These clouds can cause dangerous and unpredictable changes in fire behaviour, making the fire more difficult and hazardous to fight. So, how do they form?... 1. A plume of hot, turbulent air and smoke rises. 2. Turbulence mixes cooler air into the plume, causing it to broaden and cool as it rises. 3. When the plume rises high enough, low atmospheric pressure causes its air to cool and cloud to form. 4. In an unstable atmosphere a thunderstorm can develop: pyrocumulonimbus cloud. 5. Rain in the cloud evaporates and cools when it comes into contact with dry air, producing a downburst. 6. Lightning may be produced and can ignite new fires. Find out more, including how our scientists are working to be able to predict them, in our blog: http://ow.ly/3t1i50x8nM6 For the latest fire weather warnings see http://ow.ly/tbTN50x8nz8, and follow advice from emergency services NSW Rural Fire Service Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES ABC Emergency

25.01.2022 Hey Everyone! As the Covid-19 pandemic has halted not just Irymple but our neighbouring Brigades and various other organisations from doing our usual Good Friday Appeal Fundraising, We have organised a Virtual Tin Shake, all donations are appreciated and feel free to share the link around even if you can't make a donation, every little bit helps. Thanks... https://fundraising.virtualtinshake.com/irymple-fire-brigade

25.01.2022 It's that time of year again Santa and all his helpers from Irymple Fire Brigade will be out and about in Irymple on Christmas Eve spreading heaps of Christmas Cheer and lollies Commencing at 6pm, listen for the sirens and keep your eye out for the Big Red Truck

25.01.2022 This Labour Day weekend make sure you give your BBQ a good clean before firing it up and always check if it is safe to do so first. Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can for more information If you're travelling through bush or grasslands, check the conditions for your destination before you go.... Listen to local radio for warnings and advice while you’re on the road. Check conditions regularly throughout your stay. Take the Smart Travellers' Checklist at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/staying-safe-when-you-travel

25.01.2022 Now is the time to prepare your property for summer. There is a lot you can do to help your house survive a fire by preparing your property. For further information go to How to Prepare Your Property via the link below. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/pla/how-to-prepare-your-property

24.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARED - TOMORROW - MALLEE No fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Sun, 15 Nov... 2020 and 23:59 on Sun, 15 Nov 2020. Find out what you can and can’t do on a day of total fire ban- https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

24.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared on Thursday 19th of December for Northern Country and the North East of the State. A STATEWIDE Total Fire Ban has been d...eclared for Friday 20th December. On these dates no fire can be lit in the open air or be allowed to remain alight in the open air between 00:01 on Thu, 19 Dec 2019 and 23:59 Friday, 20 December 2019. Know the rules when it comes to what you can and can't do during a TFB. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can.

23.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee & Wimmera fire districts for tomorrow, Tues 1 December 2020. No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Tues 1 December 2020 until 11:59 PM Tuesday 1 December 2020. Find out what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

23.01.2022 ‘Are you travelling this Labour Day long weekend?’ If you're travelling through bush or grasslands, check the conditions for your destination before you go. L...isten to local radio for warnings and advice while you’re on the road. Check conditions regularly throughout your stay. Take the Smart Travellers' Checklist at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/staying-safe-when-you-travel See more

23.01.2022 Have you checked you bbq lately????

23.01.2022 Will Your Heating Be Safe This Winter CHECK YOUR HEATERS TO AVOID FIRE RISK As the cooler weather approaches, here are some precautions that you can take to pr...event the potential for your heating to cause a fire. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning and reduce the risk of fire, make sure you have your gas heater serviced by a professional at least every 2 years. Make sure your wood fired heating is free of build-up and obstructions and have you chimney cleaned annually. ALWAYS make sure you turn heaters off before leaving home or going to bed and never leave portable heaters unattended. Interconnected smoke alarms, located in all living and sleeping areas of the home, can save lives in the event of a fire. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fires-in-the-home See more

23.01.2022 Have no fear, we are still operating and responding to fires and incidents as normal. If we have to visit you, and you are aware of any health concerns in regards to COVID19, please advise us when we arrive. This will ensure we can keep everybody as safe as possible.

23.01.2022 A year ago today, fires were ravaging parts of East Gippsland and the North East of the state. The destruction these fires caused for our communities is still f...elt by many to this day. It’s been an incredibly challenging year for everyone. From fires, to COVID and everything in between, our volunteers and communities have shown their resilience and spirit. We wish everyone a safe, happy and healthy New Year. ------- CFA Wellbeing Support Line - 1800 959 232 Lifeline 13 11 14

22.01.2022 It's with great sadness to let everyone know that tomorrow's Walking Off The War Within event has been cancelled.

22.01.2022 Good afternoon everyone, Do you know the difference between a Total Fire Ban and the Fire Danger Period?... There are different restrictions that apply in the open air on days of Total Fire Ban and during the Fire Danger Period. Understand the difference between the two to avoid penalties. Total Fire Ban (TFB) Total Fire Bans are declared by CFA on days when fires are likely to spread rapidly and be difficult to control. Fire Danger Period (FDP) CFA declares Fire Danger Periods by municipalities in the country area of Victoria during periods of increased fire risk. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can Stay tuned at the end of next week for Awareness Month #2

17.01.2022 Do you know Your Total Fire Ban District? Victoria is divided into nine Fire Districts which are based on council boundaries. Make sure you always know what fire district you are in whether at home or travelling. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restric/find-your-fire-district

17.01.2022 Monday 23rd March 2020 at 0100 hours (1am) will commence the termination of the FDP (Fire Danger Period) for the following areas Yarriambiack Shire Council North & Central Mildura Rural City Council Swan Hill Rural City Council... Buloke Shire Council Wodonga Council Alpine Shire Council Indigo Shire Council West Wimmera Shire Council - NORTH Hindmarsh Shire Council - North & South Gannawarra Shire Council Loddon Shire Council Campaspe Shire Council Rural City of Wangaratta Benalla Rural City Council Mansfield Shire Council Restrictions of lighting fires are still in Place in these areas till Monday 23rd of March. Find out what you can and can’t do here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

15.01.2022 Good Afternoon Everybody, As every year, we are gearing up to fundraise for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal here at Irymple Fire Brigade. The appeal created this virtual tin shake last year, and we would love to better our efforts this time around, as we try to do every year, so, be it a small or large, every little bit helps, so, Help us by doing your own little bit, follow the link, and donate what you can. P.S. Keep an eye around town for shaker tins that ...are going to start popping up. Thanks

15.01.2022 Busy morning for us pole fire's in Irymple at Karadoc Ave and Belar Ave near 14th street.

14.01.2022 Total Fire Ban Tomorrow, Wed, 22 Jan 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera, South West, Northern Country, North Central and Central (includes Melbourne and Geelong) district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Wed, 22 Jan 2020 until 11:59 PM Wed, 22 Jan 2020.

14.01.2022 A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL has been issued for people in South West, #Wimmera and parts of Central, East Gippsland, #Mallee, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. ** Mildura is not currently identified in the warning area however, you should monitor conditions ** Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding about western Victoria over the next sev...eral hours. Locations which may be affected include #Ouyen, #Walpeup, #Horsham, #Warracknabeal, #Hamilton and #Warrnambool. Severe Thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding about eastern Victoria over the next few hours. Locations which may be affected include Bright, Falls Creek and Mt Buller. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * 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. * 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.

14.01.2022 Check your barbie before the bounce! If you are planning to celebrate the AFL Grand Final on Saturday with a BBQ for your household, there's still plenty of ...time to make sure it's in good working order. These simple safety checks might prevent a Grand Final day visit from your local CFA. See more

14.01.2022 The Fire Danger Period (FDP) commenced today for the following municipalities: *Mildura Rural City Council *Swan Hill Rural City Council *Yarriambiack Shire Council (North of Galaquil West Road and Galaquil East Road).... Find out what you can and can't do during the declared Fire Danger Period, and on days of Total Fire Ban www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

14.01.2022 Total Fire Bans have been declared for the Mallee fire district tomorrow (Sunday 29 December 2019) and for the whole state on Monday 30 December 2019. For details of what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day see https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

14.01.2022 Attention Irymple Business Owners CFA has a wide range of fire extinguishers and fire safety products to cover your business or home fire risks. Money raised by Irymple CFA Brigade is re-used within the community, typically to purchase fire fighting equipment and to support fire prevention work. Support the volunteers who support your community. To find out more contact us via our facebook page

13.01.2022 From all the boys and girls from the irymple fire brigade, we wish you all a merry christmas and a happy new year

13.01.2022 Do you know the difference between a Total Fire Ban and the Fire Danger Period? There are different restrictions that apply in the open air on days of Total Fir...e Ban and during the Fire Danger Period. Understand the difference between the two to avoid penalties. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can See more

12.01.2022 COVID-19 is changing how everyone is doing business going forward, us included. No matter what happens, we will continue to provide protection to life and property 24/7! Despite responding to all 000 calls as usual, you might notice that we will be less active around town going forward as we will no longer be: - Training on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings, - Conducting meetings,... - Participating in ceremonies, - Undertaking community education, and - Opening up the fire station for school or Scout Groups (which we will miss the most). Until this all passes we will continue to be there when you need us!

12.01.2022 POSTPONED - WALKING OFF THE WAR WITHIN Sadly tomorrow's event has been postponed Here is some information that they have just posted... It is with disappointment that we are announcing the cancellation of tomorrow’s Walking Off The War Within (WOTWW) event in Mildura. As a result of advice given today from the Australian Chief Medical Officer - that events and gatherings of more than 500 people should be cancelled the team has decided to cancel tomorrow’s event with the view of holding it in the future when we are in a position to do so. Currently, Mildura has 800+ people registered and over 100 supporters and spectators attending the day. We are thrilled with these numbers and support however fit into the category that the Government is making decisions about. For more information go to the official facebook page or website. www.facebook.com/walkingoffthewarwithin

10.01.2022 Don’t forget. Tomorrow has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for the entire state of Victoria. Also note it is a Total Fire Ban for all of NSW. Tomorrow is expected to be worse Fire conditions than today. So ensure your home is bushfire ready and be ready for unpredictable Fire conditions.

09.01.2022 Things to remember whilst studying or working from home. THINK FIRE SAFETY IN THE BEDROOM TOO..... Remember to never leave your laptop or mobile phone charging on your bed and to check your power boards are clear of clutter and not overloaded.

09.01.2022 Are you planning to go camping over the Easter long weekend? Remember: Never leave campfires unattended. Always extinguish your campfire before you leav...e. For more information go to www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can See more

08.01.2022 Fire at the Lower Murray Water Treatment Plant Forest Reserve At Koorlong (south of Mildura) there fire is burning in the Lower Murray Water Treatment Plant Forest Reserve. It is expected to continue for a number of days before being completely extinguished and will involve burning out operations and fire service resources in attendance. ... When the wind shifts there is likely to be significant amounts of smoke across the communities of Birdwoodton, Cardross, Irymple, Koorlong, Lake Benetook, Mildura, Red Cliffs, Sunny Cliffs, Thurla and Yatpool. Firefighters are responding and smoke will be visible from nearby roads and communities. With no current threat, you should continue to stay informed and act quickly if the situation changes. Monitor conditions by accessing www.emergency.vic.gov.au VicEmergency Hotline - free call 1800 226 226 VicEmergency app Facebook or Twitter (#vicfires) Listen to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV. Please remember to keep roads clear for emergency service vehicles. For more information contact CFA Media on: 1300 CFA MEDIA (24 hours) or [email protected] cfa.vic.gov.au

08.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Wed, 13 Jan 2021 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country district(s) of Victoria. No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Wed, 13 Jan 2021 until 11:59 PM Wed, 13 Jan 2021.... Find out what you can and can’t do on days of Total Fire Ban via link below and comments: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

07.01.2022 Tonight at 5:40pm, some CFA brigades across the state will be sounding their fire alarm for four cycles in memory of the four fallen Victoria Police Officers who tragically lost their lives last week. We do ask that you please help us make your friends and family aware of this event and not to be alarmed when you hear the siren. Sorry for our late Post

06.01.2022 Today and this week we are expecting some warm/hot weather. A reminder to NEVER leave kids, adults or pets in hot cars. The temperature inside a parked car can double within minutes.

05.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Mon, 11 Jan 2021 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country 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, 11 Jan 2021 until 11:59 PM Mon, 11 Jan 2021.... Find out what you can and can’t do on days of Total Fire Ban: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

02.01.2022 October is Planning Month #4 This week the messaging is planning for your pets. Planning for your pets... What will you do with your pets on days of high fire danger? When preparing your bushfire survival plan, you also need to plan and prepare for the safety of your pets. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/pets-and-bushfires. Stay tuned at the end of next week to find out what the month of November is all about! Regards, Irymple fire brigade Community engagement officer

01.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN Tomorrow, Fri 9 Jan 2020 for Mallee, Northern Country, North Central, North East, East Gippsland and West and South Gippsland. To know what you can and can’t do, visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

01.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country fire district for tomorrow, Saturday 28 November 2020. No fires can be lit, or b...e allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Saturday 28 November 2020 until 11:59 PM Saturday 28 November 2020. Find out what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

01.01.2022 We’ve come so far. It’s up to all of us to keep Victoria safe this summer. Keep up to date at CORONAVIRUS.vic.gov.au Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne.