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Lachlan Fire Brigade

Locality: Lachlan, Tasmania, Australia

Address: 516 Lachlan Rd 7140 Lachlan, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.fire.tas.gov.au

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25.01.2022 If you have something cooking on the stove, always keep watch. When a pot of oil or deep fryer catches fire, people reactively put water on it. Don't put water on an oil fire no matter how minimal you believe the oil may be. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade undertook training last night for newer members on fire extinguishers and fire blankets. This is what a water poured onto an oil fire looks like in slow motion. Imagine this fire in your kitchen. Always have working smoke alarms but also consider a fire blanket and extinguishers.

25.01.2022 It’s time to get moving on your hazard reduction and fire plans. Drop in to see #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade on any Tuesday night after 7.00pm or drop us a message via Facebook. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurCommunity #OurValley

25.01.2022 Yesterday #LachlanRATS came together to welcome another honorary RAT into the fold. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade took time to thank our local member in Craig Farrell MLC for assisting us in accessing the recent News Corp grant. We are grateful Craig’s assistance as he has always been a strong RAT supporter. It was nice to thank him in this manner and welcome him as an Honorary RAT. In addition to the highly sought after RAT shirts, a plaque was presented for Craig to hang i...n his office as President of Tasmania’s Legislative Council. #OurValley #OurCommunity #TFSVolunteers

24.01.2022 A notice from Derwent Valley Council in relation to Jeffrey's Track link to the Huon Valley. This connection has been discussed many times over the years so here's another opportunity for engagement with #OurCommunity. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #OurPeople #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley

24.01.2022 It's going to rain out there. Time to be careful on the roads. Nothing is worth the rush - drive to the conditions Remember if it's flooded, forget it - here's a video from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services.... Keep #OurValley safe over the next few days. Don't take chances. You can't control nature. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #ourcommunities #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #ourpeople https://www.youtube.com/watch

24.01.2022 Another great fire safety reminder from Tasmania Fire Service #FireSafe #BeFireSafe #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #OurPeople #OurValley #LachlanRATS

22.01.2022 While today’s fire at Molesworth wasn’t an issue for #OurValley it was a strong effort from local brigades including Molesworth Brigade and Collinsvale Fire Brigade - Tasmania with aerial support. Second Officer Adrian captured these images from New Norfolk. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #LachlanRATS #TFSVolunteers #OurPeople #TasFire

22.01.2022 You may see movement around #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade today and tomorrow as #LachlanRATS work to access a fire on an unnamed trail off White Timber in #OurValley. As typical this time of year, there's still dry fuel to burn but the ground is very muddy which limits access. A bulldozer is in the area to assist this morning so please take care when driving on Valley roads. Other Brigades from Collinsvale and Mount Nelson assisted as well as our District staff noting the warmer weather during this week. #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #ourpeople #ourvolunteers #ourcommunity

21.01.2022 On Tuesday night the Annual General Meeting for #LachlanRATS was held. It was a bitter-sweet meeting as it was the last official engagement of Dallas Baker who, with his wonderful wife Shirley, are moving north ....... way north...... to be with their family and grandchildren. Grandad or GD (as Dallas is affectionately known) will be sadly missed. He joined in 2004 and was Second Officer for 7 yrs and Group Officer for 5 yrs. It was his dedicated service and that of #LachlanB...rigade #YourBrigade ancient David Gleeson which prompted the Officers to award both Life Membership of the Lachlan Fire Brigade. Both have been strong mentors for the Brigade as it has evolved over the past decades. These are the first Life Memberships of the Brigade and well deserved. Their names will grace an Honour Board which is underway and we will have the plaques inscribed. For Dave as a foundation member in 1983, this award reflects his journey with the Brigade including 19 years as Brigade Chief - although on one certificate Dave was listed as 1901! We will miss Granddad and Shirley but wish them a safe journey north (stay on the left side of the road GD and have regular rest stops) and seek they prepare for a RAT invasion one day. And we still have Dave........... #ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley #OurPeople #TFSVolunteers #TFS #TasFire #OurCommunities

20.01.2022 Severe weather is on the way to #OurValley for Wednesday 24 March so prepare now. Approaching weather will include potential rainfall between 70 - 100mm of rain with some isolated falls of potentially up to 200mm. There will also be damaging east to south-easterly winds. ... Conditions are expected to ease Thursday morning. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurValley #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #OurCommunity

20.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in King Island, Furneaux Islands, Western, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, North East, East Coast, Central Plateau, Midlands and parts of North West Coast and Central North Forecast Districts. Issued at 12:30 pm Tuesday, 1 December 2020.... DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS THIS EVENING AND WEDNESDAY MORNING Weather Situation: A strong cold front crosses Tasmania later today, with strong west to northwesterly winds following the front this evening. The winds tend more westerly early Wednesday and gradually ease during the morning. DAMAGING WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h, are expected to develop across the southern and western halves of Tasmania Tuesday evening, as well as parts of the northeast and Bass Strait islands. Damaging winds are likely to persist until Wednesday morning. Stronger gusts in excess of 120 km/h are possible across high terrain and exposed coastal locations. The strong winds tend west to southwesterly early Wednesday then gradually ease during the morning, with the damaging winds mostly contracting to the far south of Tasmania by around midday. Locations which may be affected include St Helens, Swansea, Strahan, New Norfolk, Hobart and Dover. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. * Manage pets and livestock. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #LachlanRATS #TFSVolunteers #ourcommunities #OurValley #ProudtobeaRAT

19.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in South East, East Coast and parts of North East and Midlands Forecast Districts.... DAMAGING SOUTHERLY WINDS ABOUT THE EAST AND SOUTHEAST THIS EVENING AND WEDNESDAY MORNING Weather Situation: A low pressure centre develops close to the east coast of Tasmania today, directing a strong south to southeasterly airstream over parts of the east and south of the state. The airstream tends more south to southwesterly early on Wednesday. DAMAGING SOUTHERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100 km/h, are expected to develop this evening about parts of the east and southeast of Tasmania. Gusts of around 110 km/h are possible about the eastern coastal strip of Tasmania (including Swansea and Bicheno) in the early hours of Wednesday. Damaging winds are expected to contract to the east coast of the state by around sunrise on Wednesday morning, then clear the east coast around midday. Locations which may be affected include St Helens, Swansea, Bicheno, Orford, Hobart and Dover. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Supervise children closely. * Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings. * Manage pets and livestock. * Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment. * Be prepared in case of power outages and report any outages to TasNetworks on 132 004. * Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Tuesday.

19.01.2022 #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade want to give a shout-out for our Ambulance Tasmania counterparts at New Norfolk as they celebrate five decades of service. Today marks 50 years since the New Norfolk Ambulance Station was officially opened. As part of its 50th anniversary, the station group made up of five branch station officers and 24 volunteers has put together a time capsule to be mounted on a wall within the station. ... The time capsule includes a signed shirt, copies of local newspapers, patches, photos and various pieces of gear. It will be reopened in 20 years. #LachlanRATS congratulate all those who have served over the decades and those who still serve today. We hear that despite many years of service they aren’t going to put Bryce into the time capsule!!!!! #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurValley #OurCommunity

19.01.2022 There won't be a dust storm today in #OurValley (well we hope not)- however, there will be just about everything else Mother Nature can throw at us. Multiple weather warnings - be careful out there on the roads. Slow down. Remember if it's flooded - forget it! #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #OurCommunity #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers

18.01.2022 As #ourcommunity in #ourvalley knows, #lachlanbrigade #yourbrigade were the recipients of a grant from News Corporation - owners of The Mercury Newspaper Yesterday Brigade Chief Victor, Second Officer Bill and Fire Fighter Phil met with our Regional Chief Dale and District Officer Peter to discuss plans for the Lachlan Station. With support of the TFS, our station will undergo renovation at the current site with an expansion of facilities. There’s much work to be undertaken ...including with the Derwent Valley Council and the Tasmania Fire Service. Thanks Dale and Peter for your support and guidance to the #LachlanRATS. #ProudtobeaRAT #tfsvolunteers #tasfireservice

17.01.2022 Well done to all from Derwent Valley State Emergency Service who were recipients of the recent awards. We especially congratulate Reece who is also a member of #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade Good to see recognition across our fellow emergency service. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #sestasmania #stateemergencyservice #OurValley #OurPeople #OurVolunteers

17.01.2022 After 11 years as a volunteer ambulance officer, Erica Read has decided to lay down her medical kit bags. Affectionately known as ‘Nan’, Erica has been an absolute asset to the New Norfolk volunteer group with her infectious smile and great sense of humour. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade thank Erica very much for giving of her time and her valuable contribution to #ourcommunity ... #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley #TFSVolunteers

16.01.2022 #LachlanRats #LachlanBrigade congratulates Jason Lawrence of Derwent Valley State Emergency Service for the awarding of the national Emergency Services Medal in the Australia Day Honours. Well done Jason - great recognition for long dedicated service to #OurCommunity. Images used with acknowledgment to The Mercury... #ProudtobeaRat #OurValley #SES

16.01.2022 Tonight the #LachlanRATS received a number of trauma teddies from Lions Club of New Norfolk shown here by Firefighter Brittany Brown. This is valuable support especially when dealing with incidents involving children. Thanks Lions.... #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley #ourcommunity #TFSVolunteers #OurVolunteers

15.01.2022 As Tasmania will see a Severe Weather Warning for Damaging Winds state-wide over Sunday 30 August, it's perhaps time to think of the classic song "Riders on the Storm" by The Doors. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade doesn't want anyone riding out the storm tomorrow. Follow advice and watch out for falling trees in #OurValley - be safe. Weather Situation:... Strong northwesterly winds develop across Tasmania during Sunday as a cold front approaches from the west. The gusty front crosses the state early Sunday evening, with strong southwesterly winds to follow. DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with gusts around 100 km/h, are possible across Tasmania during Sunday. The damaging winds are expected to develop around midday on Sunday, then contract to northwest Tasmania during Sunday evening as the winds shift southwesterly. Gusts in excess of 100 km/h are likely about elevated terrain, and possible along isolated parts of the east coast. Note that soils across much of eastern Tasmania are saturated. This may result in an increased likelihood of trees falling over in high winds. Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, Launceston, St Helens, Swansea, Strahan, New Norfolk and Hobart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS-af9Q-zvQ #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurPeople #ourcommunity

15.01.2022 The great crooner, Frank Sinatra, once sang a spoke about the fickle summer wind. However #OurValley and most of our State won't experience a summer wind. #OurCommunities will experience severe weather over the next 24 hrs. Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS... For people in Western, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, North East, East Coast, Central Plateau, Midlands and parts of North West Coast and Central North Forecast Districts. Weather Situation: A vigorous cold front will arrive at the west coast of Tasmania this evening, and cross the state during Wednesday morning. A blustery westerly airflow will follow, and persist over the state until Wednesday evening. DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 100 km/h are possible about the west coast late this evening, extending across the warning area overnight. Winds shift WESTERLY during Wednesday morning and persist through the afternoon. Winds are expected to ease below the warning threshold Wednesday evening, although it will remain gusty about the far south and the far northeast into Thursday. Locations which may be affected include Scottsdale, St Helens, Swansea, Bicheno, Orford, Strahan, Queenstown, New Norfolk, Bothwell, Hobart, Geeveston and Dover. #LachlanRATS #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #TFSVolunteers #ProudtobeaRAT #TasFireService

15.01.2022 Today #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade responded to a vegetation fire in #OurValley. The steep slope required relay pumping from a dam to our light tanker and up the hill to our medium tanker. The strong winds were also problematic with at least one tree falling while crews were engaged. Other trees remain a risk due to their age and lots of hollows in the trunks.... A stop call was issued after an hour on this fire. A good effort all round from early call to the fire and the response of two experienced crews. Thanks to Firefighters Alex and Victor for these images of #LachlanRATS in action on the steep slopes of Lower Swamp Road. While permits are no longer required for hazard reduction burns please firstly consider weather conditions and secondly register your burn on 1800 000 699. #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurCommunity #OurPeople #tasfireservice

15.01.2022 Recently #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade gave a hand to assist a member who has been unwell. With cooler weather approaching (well at some stage) the #LachlanRATS got together for a wood hooking exercise. Here Fire Fighter Les does his David Foster show under supervision of Brigade elder Dave. Note Fire Fighter Grant is a safe distance away! A good day of the Brigade working together to help a mate and a reminder that local brigades are often a second family. ... #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #TasFire #OurValley #OurCommunity

14.01.2022 On behalf of the #LachlanRATS we express our sadness at the passing of Layton Hodgetts of the Derwent Valley Concert Band. One of our members in Third Officer Adrian and his wife Amanda belong to the Band. To Layton’s wife and family as well as members of the Derwent Valley Concert Band - the #LachlanBrigade extends their condolences.... http://dvcb.org/musical-director/

14.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS for people in Upper Derwent Valley, South East and parts of Western, East Coast, Central Plateau and Midlands Forecast Districts. DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS SUNDAY NIGHT AND DURING MONDAY #LachlanRATS#LachlanBrigade#YourBrigade#TFSVolunteers#ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley#OurPeople... http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDT21037.shtml

13.01.2022 Bushfire mitigation was the topic of discussion with John Tucker (MP) during his visit to #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade recently. He was shown the terrain and vegetation risk to the major population centres from the Lachlan and surrounding areas.... John told the Brigade about the success of the ongoing Fuel Reduction Burns with the program now in the sixth year. On the back of the past fire season, he explained about investment in aerial fire fighting with Tasmania having access to 11 aircraft to be prepositioned in strategic locations across the state, consisting of seven helicopters and four fixed-wing bombers and swooping aircraft. Aerial support is vital in containing any blaze in the Lachlan. This is in addition to setting up two bases for Large Air Tanker support - one in north and one in the south. John acknowledged the work undertaken by the Brigade in community education and engagement. "Bushfire preparation is everyone's responsibility," he said. "It is critical that we continue to work with and educate the community on what they can do to manage bushfire risk." "I also encourage members of the community to connect with the Tasmanian Fire Service Community Fire Safety Programs and understand plans for their local area" "Link in with your local Brigade and understand how to mitigate your bushfire risk. I thank the Lachlan Rats for the work they do in this great community, noting the risk to the larger population centres on the other side of Wellington Park. #ProudtobeaRAT #OurPeople #TFSVolunteers #OurVolunteers #OurCommunities #TasFire

13.01.2022 #LachlanRATS wants to share with #OurValley Edition 21 of the Bushfire-Ready Neighbourhoods program newsletter. In the past #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade have participated in the Bushfire Ready Neighbourhood workshops to make our community fire ready. Even though Autumn arrives on Monday, there may still be warm days ahead into April and Bureau of Meteorology predications of a drier than usual autumn and winter. And as those wood heaters fire up again for the cooler months,... home fire awareness is paramount. #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurVolunteers #OurCommunities #OurPeople #TasFire

12.01.2022 It's that time of year again....... yes nearly Christmas but also time to remember that fire permits are going to be required. From Dec 04 (at the time of 2.00am) permits are required for any hazard reduction burns in #OurValley. While the crews from #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade enjoy meeting our community, attending an unregistered burn isn't one way of preferred engagement. Please register your burns and follow the guidelines in ensuring there is adequate boundaries cleared... around the fire and fire fighting equipment to tackle any potential escape. Find out more at fire.tas.gov.au #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #OurCommunity #TFSVolunteers #TasFire

12.01.2022 What can we say? The #LachlanRATS are truly humbled for being one of a number of national recipients in the national News-Limited grant round. Earlier this year #LachlanBrigade was greatly appreciative of amazing support by our local community through a concert as well as a fund-raising event at Sandown Village Nursing Home in Sandy Bay. The announcement late yesterday of funding to assist with improvement of the station was truly humbling.... The thanks of the Brigade go to: Tasmania Fire Service - the Chief Chris, Acting Southern Regional Chief Dale and our hardworking District Officer in Pete. Craig Farrell - Local Member who assisted #YourBrigade in the process. The Mercury Newspaper - who are Tassie's paper and representative of News Ltd. Brigade members who worked on the grant process. TFS acting south regional chief Dale Rayner told The Mercury the station would assist in community safety during bushfire season. Any fire that comes towards the northern suburbs of Hobart from the Derwent Valley poses a risk to that area if they become large and out of control, he said. Lachlan Brigade play a very valuable role in that respect as they are able to respond to fires in their local community, keeping them small and out of the rugged terrain at the back of the Wellington Ranges. And let's thank Bill, Victor and Dave for being our models for The Mercury shoot. #ProudtobeaRAT #YourBrigade #OurValley #OurCommunity #OurPeople #TFSVolunteers

11.01.2022 No one or nothing is ever so important as to pick up your phone while driving. One moment of distraction can cause a life-time of regret and pain. Leave your phone alone. #Leavethephonealone #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #TFSVolunteers #ourcommunities #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TasFire #TFS

11.01.2022 Total Fire Ban - Check your bushfire plan now. Monday 25 January 2021 has been declared a Day of Total Fire Ban for the following municipalities of Tasmania: Brighton, Derwent Valley, Hobart, Sorell, Central Highlands, Glamorgan Spring Bay, Huon Valley, Southern Midlands, Clarence, Glenorchy, Kingborough and Tasman No fires may be lit or allowed to remain alight in the open air from Monday, 25 January 2021 02:00 AM until Tuesday, 26 January 2021 02:00 AM... Video: #LachlanBrigade #LachlanRATS check a house during the Pelham fire December 2019.

11.01.2022 In February 1967, 110 fires were burning across Southern Tasmania from Hamilton in the Derwent Valley to the Channel. In five hours 500,000 acres were impacted and now 64 people died. The fires came within two kilometres of central Hobart, killing 20 people and destroying 432 houses in the metropolitan area. Like Canberra in 2003, no one believed in 1967 that bushfires could penetrate the urban areas and come into the city. ... Four members of #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade lived through these fires. Brigade elder Dave lay on a road in the Lachlan as the fire raged around him. Fourth officer Pete saw the fire tearing through Glenorchy as his father saw a man being burnt. Fire Fighter Les was at Wayatinah as the fire came through with Hydro teams working hard to cut fire-breaks to save the town. Fire Fighter Phil watched as his family farm was destroyed at Kingston with the apple sheds going up in flames. Strong memories of a devastating day. Add into this the experiences of our crews at other major fires, including NSW and QLD last fire season, the #LachlanRATS are keen to ensure everyone in #OurValley has a fire plan and works to make sure their property is fire ready. #TFSVolunteers #OurPeople #OurCommunity #ProudtobeaRAT #TasFire

09.01.2022 It’s been a hard day up on White Timber for the crews from #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade and our mates from Collinsvale Fire Brigade - Tasmania and Mount Nelson Fire Brigade A small fire which took many hours to reach using a bulldozer. But working in steep country is what #LachlanRATS do - and Collinsvale Brigade protects part of Hobart’s backside too. Mount Nelson protects the bush boundary to Hobart as well from the south. ... Thanks guys for assisting us today as well as District staff and dozer team. #ProudtobeaRAT #tfsvolunteers #OurValley #OurCommunity #OurPeople #TasFire #TFS

08.01.2022 This weekend in NSW is #getreadyweekend2020 and here's a clip from NSW Rural Fire Service While there are different approaches in each State and Territory to making your property safer, this clip has some very appropriate advice and is worth watching. It's time for property owners in #OurValley to commence planning for hazard reduction.... And #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade is always there to provide advice. Please drop us a line via FB PM. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurCommunity #OurPeople #TasFireService #nswrfs

08.01.2022 We often hear a lot of confusing messages over weather patterns particularly heading into summer, noting the very visible variations in climate from year to year. Lately there's been much discussion about the La Nina weather patterns. La Nina (Spanish for Little Girl) is when the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean is much cooler than normal. So what does this mean for #OurValley #OurRegion or #tasmania? ... Here is an article from #YourABC which explains why summer may be warmer but wetter than average. Thanks Firefighter Alex. #TFSVolunteers #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #ourcommunity #TasFire https://www.abc.net.au//la-nina-effects-on-tasma/12795254

07.01.2022 To all across #OurValley, you may be reading on social media about some fire brigades not running their annual Santa lolly run this year. Well #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade is going ahead with Santa's visit at a date to be set soon. Due to #COVID19 there will be set meeting points and we promise we will sanitise Santa very well. Stay tuned to learn about how the #LachlanRATS will bring Santa to #OurValley just before Christmas with our Covid plan.... #TFSVolunteers #ourvolunteers #ourpeople #ProudtobeaRAT

07.01.2022 Billy Joel once sang we didn’t start the fire. But #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade did as part of our early hazard reduction. Yes as spring gets underway everyone needs to start clearing hazards. Last night #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT started a hazard reduction burn. More burns are planned! Great training for our 6 new members! #OurVolunteers #OurPeople #OurCommunities #OurValley #TFSVolunteers

06.01.2022 #LachlanRATS aren’t shy retiring little flowers but at the recent hazard reduction, a lone daffodil was keeping an eye on #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade thanks Firefighter Marcel for this image. #TFSVolunteers #OurValley #OurCommunity #OurPeople

05.01.2022 #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade are always seeking new members in #OurValley While the Brigade trains on Tuesday nights, which doesn't suit some members, Second Officer Adrian now supervises regular training on nominated Sundays. If you'd like to become one of #LachlanRATS and make a contribution to our community in Lachlan, across the Derwent Valley and, at times, across Tasmania and the mainland, please contact us via Facebook. #LachlanBrigade is a welcoming environment with s...trong social bonds as well. Women and men over the age of 18 are welcome. And one doesn't have to live right in the Lachlan - anyone from the New Norfolk region are welcome as well. Below are images from last Sunday's training. #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #TasFire #OurCommunity #ourpeople

05.01.2022 For advice of those on the East Coast in vicinity of St Helens. A BUSHFIRE WATCH AND ACT MESSAGE FOR ST HELENS - STONYFORD TRACK AND HERITAGE ROAD Issued At: 03/10/2020 2:10pm... There is a bushfire at Launceston Creek, St Helens. This fire may put St Helens - Stonyford Track and Heritage Road at high risk now. This fire will be difficult to control. There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on St Helens - Stonyford Track and Heritage Road. http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show

05.01.2022 Who remembers the great era of disco? A style of dance music that arose in the mid-1970s, disco is characterized by hypnotic rhythm, repetitive lyrics, and electronically produced sounds. Disco has nothing to do with #LachlanBrigade but for this disco track of "Burn Baby Burn", we wish to advise there will be fire and smoke in the vicinity of the station this evening.... Training is around use of fire extinguishers and fire blankets for our current crew and large number of new members. So you will see smoke and you may see fire. But for those who want to jive on this winter's night - get your groove on and boogie on down to this track. And #LachlanRATS reckon some of #OurCommunity still have their flairs somewhere. #YourBrigade #TFSVolunteers #OurValley #ProudtobeaRAT #OurVolunteers #DiscoNeverDied https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LH-QwK4v0ZI

05.01.2022 Tomorrow (Sat 03 April) the fire danger for #OurValley is rated as Very High as well as for many areas across the South, including Huon Valley (eastern side), Clarence, Sorell, Derwent Valley, Southern Midlands, Central Highlands and Kingborough local government areas. Please avoid lighting hazard reduction fires or camp fires, noting a fire under these conditions will be difficult to contain. High temperatures and strong winds are predicted across the day. #LachlanBrigade #Y...ourBrigade will have crew/s available should there be a fire incident in #OurValley or support required elsewhere. If a fire is sighted, please call Triple Zero (000) immediately. #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #OurVolunteers #OurCommunities #OurPeople #TasFire #TFS

05.01.2022 Severe weather warning remains in place. Weather Situation: A deep low passing south of Tasmania this morning is bringing strong, gusty westerly winds across the state. The winds will gradually ease during the afternoon as the low moves away. DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of up to 100 km/h, are possible across southern and central Tasmania, as well as parts of the northeast and the Furneaux Islands, during Wednesday. Stronger gusts in excess... of 110 km/h are possible across high terrain and exposed coastal locations. Damaging winds will gradually ease during the day, with the damaging winds mostly contracting to the Central Plateau and the far south of Tasmania from late morning. Locations which may be affected include Swansea, Strahan, New Norfolk, Hobart, Geeveston and Dover. Severe weather is no longer occurring in the King Island and North West Coast districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED. Maximum gusts recorded overnight up to 4:30am Tuesday: 161 km/h at Maatsuyker Island 130 km/h at kunanyi/Mt Wellington 98 km/h at Warra 96 km/h at Cape Bruny 93 km/h at Hobart 91 km/h at Ouse

03.01.2022 Great advice from Tasmania Fire Service - turn it off before you turn away. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #OurPeople #OurValley #LachlanRATS #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #TasFire #FireSafety #OurPeople #BeFIreSafe

03.01.2022 From #LachlanRATS #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade to your families and friends - have a safe and happy Easter. Be careful on the roads and on our State's waterways. We want not just the residents in #OurValley to be safe but also everyone in #OurCommunities across the State. Let's have an incident free Easter break in #OurState so #OurVolunteers in the SES, Volunteer Marine Rescue and of course Ambulance Tasmania can enjoy the down-time too. ... #ProudtobeaRAT #TFSVolunteers #SESVolunteers #TasFire #AmbulanceTasmania Easter Rat image used with acknowledgement to Victoria Caverhill.

01.01.2022 Have you got 5 minutes? 5 minutes to protect your home and your family? Take 5 minutes to run through this simple questionnaire With the new Tasmania Fire Service online tool - it is easier and takes ....... 5 minutes. ... Run through a simple questionnaire to plan out what you will do to keep yourself and everyone in your household safe in the event of bushfire. Have a coffee, a sandwich or even put on a tune - and take 5 minutes. It could be a life-saver. To complete your 5 minute bushfire plan visit www.fire.tas.gov.au and click on the 'Bushfire - Why Risk It?" tab on the homepage. #bushfireready #bushfirewhyriskit #bushfires #beprepared #5Minutes #OurValley #ourcommunity #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade #LachlanRATS #TFSVolunteers #ProudtobeaRAT #OurVolunteers #OurCommunities #OurPeople #TasFire #TFS

01.01.2022 Tonight #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade went out of area for training with our mates from Bridgewater Fire Brigade (Tasmania) #LachlanRATS love catching up with other brigades from our #TFSVolunteers and this was a great night. Thanks Bridgewater for the great night. Good to catch up.... #ProudtobeaRAT #OurValley #OurCommunity #OurPeople #TasFire

01.01.2022 Change your clock - change your smoke alarm battery. As we all get an extra hour in bed this weekend, it is time to change the battery in your smoke alarms. #LachlanBrigade #YourBrigade would like to think that all homes in #OurValley have working smoke alarms either hard-wired or with batteries. As #OurValley comes into the colder months, home fire safety must be considered especially around wood heaters or open fires. ... #TFSVolunteers #OurVolunteers #OurCommunities #TasFire