Knowsley Fire Brigade in Knowsley, Victoria, Australia | Fire station

Knowsley Fire Brigade

Locality: Knowsley, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 417 349 796

Address: 18 Knowsley-Eppalock Road 3523 Knowsley, VIC, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 ## PLANNED BURN NOTIFICATION ##

22.01.2022 Smoke from the fires in New South Wales and the East Gippsland fires is drifting across many parts of Victoria including Melbourne. For more information see the Better Health Channel - https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bushfiresmoke

21.01.2022 #BREAKING: The Victorian Premier has announced that the state will be tightening COVID-19 restrictions from Monday, amid growing concern about a looming second ...wave of the virus. From 11.59pm on Sunday, private households will only be able to have up to five visitors, down from gatherings of up to 20 people as currently allowed. There have been 25 new cases of the virus detected. It’s the fourth day in a row with a double digit rise in cases. More info here: https://ab.co/3egKKda

20.01.2022 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

20.01.2022 It is with great disappointment that we let you all know that the 2021 Axedale Quick Shear & Family Fun Day has been cancelled. Like so many other community fun...draising events we were hopeful that a lifting of CoVID restrictions would give us enough time to plan and hold the 2021 event, but sadly this isn't the case. In the absence of any definite government guidelines for outdoor events into the future, our committee is unable to proceed with organising the Quick Shear with any confidence. In a 'normal' year, the committee would already be well underway with planning for the event, talking to sponsors and making financial commitments with our valued suppliers of merchandise and kids entertainment activities. But this has not been a 'normal' year. Not being able to hold the Quick Shear next year will have a financial impact on the groups for whom our event raises much needed funds - the Axedale PreSchool, Axedale Primary School, Axedale Hall, Axedale and Mosquito Creek CFA's. These groups may undertake other fundraising efforts in 2021, and if you are in a position to support those activities, we know that would be much appreciated. As we move towards the end of 2020 and Christmas, we would also ask that you consider supporting any of the businesses, both in Axedale and in Bendigo, who have been loyal sponsors and donors to the Quick Shear. A full list of these businesses can be found on our website (axedalequickshear.com.au). Thank you Axedale Events inc committee

16.01.2022 Why do fires burn faster uphill? As a fire travels uphill, there's less space between the flames and new fuel to burn. Radiant heat from the fire also prehe...ats the fuel in front of it, making the fuel easier to ignite. The steeper the land, the faster a bushfire will spread; for every 10 degrees in uphill slope, the speed of a fire will double. On the other hand, with fires moving downhill there's more distance between the flames and new fuel, so fires will spread more slowly. To understand more about fire weather read our blog http://ow.ly/MUI750x9sFW. For the latest fire weather warnings visit http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings/index.shtml CFA (Country Fire Authority)

16.01.2022 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 wh...o 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.

15.01.2022 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

14.01.2022 What’s the bushfire outlook across Australia to the end of the year? The Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook August 2019 is released today showing that there i...s a potential for a highly active season following a very warm and dry start to the year. The east coast of Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania, as well as parts of southern Western Australia and South Australia, face above normal fire potential. The Outlook draws on input from the Bureau of Meteorology and all Australian fire agencies to plan ahead for the fire season. NSW Rural Fire Service Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES Bushfires NT SA Country Fire Service CFA (Country Fire Authority) Forest Fire Management Victoria Vic Emergency Tasmania Fire Service ACT Emergency Services Agency Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA http://www.bnhcrc.com.au/hazardnotes/63 See more

14.01.2022 Morning everyone as you all can most likely see a fair bit of smoke has drifted in over our area. Please only call 000 if you can see a distinct column of smoke or flames. Keep windows and doors shut and keep an eye on the vic emergency app for updates. Cheers Jamie

13.01.2022 Improved Telstra mobile reception coming soon! https://www.rfnsa.com.au/3523008?first=1

12.01.2022 Fire is merciless and does not discriminate. Victoria Police has today launched Operation Safeguard to help prevent and detect the occurrence of intentional and... reckless fires go.vic.gov.au/XHKctv If you have concerns about someone’s activities or see something suspicious, report the behaviour to police straight away. For immediate police assistance, always call Triple Zero (000). You can also report confidentially to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

12.01.2022 BREAKING: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CONFIRMS NO CASES IN BENDIGO YET The Victorian Department of Health has for the first time released information about regional lo...cations with confirmed covid-19 cases. There are currently three confirmed cases in Geelong, one in Ballarat and one in the Latrobe Valley. Experts are urging all regional Victorians to remain vigilant, even if you don't have a confirmed case in your area. University of New South Wales infectious disease expert Bill Bowtell said, "people can’t fool themselves that it can’t happen here because you’re a long way from Melbourne. All that means is that you’ve got a little bit more time to learn from the mistakes of others, and to adopt effective policies and prevention approaches now. It is also worth noting that there is currently about a 5 day wait between testing and results, and it's likely there are people in communities who are asymptomatic.

12.01.2022 Fire Restrictions - City of Greater Bendigo Please be advised that fire restrictions will be coming in for the City of Greater Bendigo on Monday 11th Novemb...er 2019 at 0100 hours. For more information on what you Can and Can't do once fire restrictions begin click on the following link: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can Dates for restrictions in other municipalities in District 2 are yet to be confirmed but stayed tuned for further information.

12.01.2022 HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast tomorrow for parts of Victoria. We have high levels of pollen, combining with severe thunderstorm forecasts i...n Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and South West districts. If you have asthma or hay fever, plan ahead and have your asthma medication on hand. Stay up-to-date and visit VicEmergency: http://go.vic.gov.au/x8Kfj6

10.01.2022 Yep.....we know you've heard the 'warnings' before, and we know that some of you will go "blah, blah, blah, heard it before". It's true, you have heard it befo...re. But we also know that in NSW & Qld the rainforest is on fire. Let that sink in; the wet, damp and dripping rain forest is burning. At Mozzie Creek brigade we don't know what summer will bring but we do know that when we see 'signs' we tend to take note. At the moment all we can go on is the expert advice, the scenes from over the boarder, the early introduction of Fire Restrictions in East Gippsland and our own local observations. All of these things tell us that our residents need to: - Start cleaning up and preparing your property - Check your fire plan (or make one) - Talk your plan over with friends and neighbours - Check that people in your house know what to do - Check your pumps, hoses and water tanks - Get your emergency kit (papers, insurance details etc) ready Being ready to act is the best option Check out www.cfa.vic.gov.au if you need more information or advice on preparing your property, or you can drop into our station on a Sunday morning. https://www.theage.com.au//it-s-going-to-be-a-bad-year-as-

09.01.2022 FIRE DANGER PERIOD COMMENCING IN DISTRICT 2 Monday 30th November - City Of Greater Bendigo - Central Goldfields Shire... Monday 7th December - Mt Alexander Shire Monday 14th December - Macedon Ranges Shire For more information 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

06.01.2022 There is smoke coming into Central Victoria due to significant fires in East Gippsland. Smoke can affect people's health. You should be aware of the impacts of ...smoke on you and your family’s health. For more information on smoke and your health visit https://www.epa.vic.gov.au/your-environment/air/smoke Satellite image courtesy of Japan Meteorological Agency.

06.01.2022 A Code Red Fire Danger Day has been declared for the Mallee and Northern Country Fire Districts of Victoria tomorrow (Thu 21 Nov, 2019). A Statewide Total Fire ...Ban has also been declared. Anyone in a high fire risk environment in the Mallee or Northern Country should move to a lower fire risk environment tonight or tomorrow morning at the latest. Houses in high fire risk environments are not designed to survive fires under Code Red conditions.

05.01.2022 Summer is almost here! So, what's the outlook for DecemberFebruary? Summer days are likely to be warmer than average for most of the country. Nights... are also likely to be warmer than average, except in the southeast. Most of Australia is likely to experience a drier-than-average December, but from January the increased likelihood of drier-than-normal conditions contracts to the east of the country. Northern Western Australia may see wetter-than-usual conditions at times this wet season, particularly in early 2020. With a warm and dry outlook there is an increased risk of bushfires, heatwaves, drought, and dust for large parts of Australia this summer. Find out more in our Climate and Water Outlook for December 2019February 2020: http://ow.ly/Q9MS50xmFLn

04.01.2022 Tomorrow Sunday 27 December 2020 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central. No fire can be lit in th...e open air or be allowed to remain alight in between 00:01 and 23:59 on Sunday 27 December 2020. Check your Total Fire Ban status and Fire Danger Rating daily over Summer - visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au

03.01.2022 Another one RIP mate

03.01.2022 Please note: this image has now been updated. Tomorrow Wednesday 22 January has been declared by the CFA as a day of Total Fire Ban in the following areas in Vi...ctoria: Mallee Wimmera Northern Country Central (including Melbourne) North Central South West No fires can be lit in the open air between 00:01 hours on 22/01/2020 and 23:59 hours on 22/01/2020 Visit the Can I or Can't I guide on the CFA website www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can If you have plans to travel ensure you visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au for the latest information on incidents across Victoria.

02.01.2022 At this incredibly difficult time our thoughts, prayers and sincerest condolences are with our police colleagues and the loved ones of the four Victoria Police officers who tragically lost their lives last night in the line of duty. We thank you for your service and may you rest in peace.