Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade in Loftus, New South Wales, Australia | Community organisation

Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

Locality: Loftus, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9545 4131

Address: 129 Loftus Ave 2232 Loftus, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.loftusrfs.org

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25.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION NOTIFICATION - FRIDAY 28 AUGUST NSW RFS crews will undertake a hazard reduction burn at Engadine on Friday 28 August 2020. The 5 hectare burn (...see map) is being conducted to the rear of Arkana and Albion Place at Engadine, subject to weather conditions. The burn aims to reduce fuel in the area by protecting approximately 40 homes. Should the current dry trend continue, it is expected a larger hazard reduction burn will be conducted on the following weekend along the western side of Woronora Heights. This activity will see changed traffic conditions on Bundanoon Road and the use of a firefighting helicopter. Further updates will be provided as necessary.

25.01.2022 The two hazard reduction burns scheduled for Woronora Heights and Barden Ridge tomorrow (Sat 5/9) have been postponed due to the rain.

24.01.2022 Today, the Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade was at camp wanawong to assess six of our latest recruits on their basic fire fighters course. Please welcome our newest firefighters from the Loftus Brigade (Michael Roffe, Brian O’Kane, Alex Marshall, Ray Lau, Steven Riley and John Nicholls) congratulations on successfully completing your BF Assessment today. Also a huge thanks to the Assessment Team of Keith White and Craig Byrne.

22.01.2022 Are you bushfire ready? It may be August, but the Bush Fire Danger Period is starting to edge closer for NSW, starting yesterday in parts of Northern NSW and in just under two months for the remainder of the State. It's never too early to prepare yourself for a bushfire. For more information, Visit www.myfireplan.com.au... #prepare #act #survive

21.01.2022 Tonight we celebrate the nomination of Loftus Deputy Captain Rob Cole as a finalist in the 6th annual NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards. This year things are a little different, with all recipients being hosted at local venues with family and local staff with the ceremony being live streamed across the state. Good luck Rob!

21.01.2022 Hot weather is on the way this weekend, are you bushfire ready? #prepare #Act #survive

20.01.2022 3 days to go before our Get Ready Information session starts! Watch this space on Sunday 20th September at 12.00 noon for essential tips on how to Fireproof your property.

19.01.2022 How Fireproof is your plan? Meet members of the Loftus Volunteer Fire Brigade as they discuss some important tips to prepare you for the fire season.

18.01.2022 We're only one week away from our annual get ready weekend, this year it's a little different!

17.01.2022 **GET READY WEEKEND IS COMING TO YOU** Community safety is important to us here at the Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade, which is why we have made the decision to cancel our street meetings in favour of online events. We'll be posting throughout next Sunday, making sure you're bushfire ready for the next season, as well as extras. ... Stay tuned for details! We hope you will join us on the 20th of September.

17.01.2022 with thanks to Terrey Hills RFB for the Video

17.01.2022 FACT: There will never be as many fire trucks as there are houses. Do not depend on a fire truck being available at your home. But if you and your home are well prepared, you stand a better chance of surviving a bush fire. There are simple things you can do around your home to prepare it for a bush fire, like keeping the grass low and having a cleared area around your home. Learn more and get ready at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare #getreadyweekend #nswrfs

16.01.2022 Don't forget! Set your clocks forward an hour, daylight savings occurs tomorrow. Once you've changed your clocks, check your smoke alarms, make sure the batteries aren't flat!

16.01.2022 Loftus Brigade was paged this evening to a report of a bushfire in the Royal National Park, along with Engadine Brigade and Fire and Rescue.

15.01.2022 With steady winds from the north, smoke from a hazard reduction burn being conducted on North Head (Manly) is being blown over the shire. This smoke may persist... for some time under this weather pattern. A small fire started earlier today in the vicinity of the clay target club off Heathcote Road, but was quickly brought under control by the NSW RFS brigades that attended. The Kangaroo Ridge fire at Sutherland remains under control. For live updates, we encourage community members to download the 'Fires Near Me' app and set up a 'watch zone' which will alert you to fires around a specified area.

13.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, LARGE HAILSTONES and DAMAGING WINDS For people in parts of Sydney and Greater Wollongong areas The Bure...au of Meteorology warns that, at 12:30 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Leppington and Oran Park. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Sutherland, Camden and Campbelltown by 1:00 pm and Bundeena, waters off Stanwell Park and Helensburgh by 1:30 pm. For more information visit http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/

13.01.2022 Loftus Volunteer Bushfire Brigade welcomes four new basic fire fighters to our team. Marco, Eric, Marnie and Samuel, congratulations on successfully completing your BF Assessment today. Also a huge thanks to the Assessment Team

12.01.2022 The planned hazard reduction burn at Bundeena tomorrow (Wed 2/9) has been postponed. Increasing northwest to northeast winds will impact the burn area making it unsafe to implement. These winds will persist into Thursday (3/9) bringing a 'High' fire danger locally.

11.01.2022 Robert Cole Has played a vital role in our Brigade as our President and Deputy Captain, Congratulations Rob for this nomination, It is well deserved!

09.01.2022 An update on the Kangaroo Ridge Fire.

09.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION NOTIFICATION - WEDNESDAY 2 AND SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2020 On Wednesday (2/9), National Parks and Wildlife Service have scheduled to undertake a ...15 hectare hazard reduction burn near Bundeena. NSW RFS and Fire and Rescue NSW will provide assistance and once the activity is completed, the activity will provide protection to homes in the Woodfield Avenue area. On Saturday (5/9), NSW RFS crews will undertake a 44 hectare hazard reduction burn at Woronora Heights, known as Bundanoon Road West. Over 100 firefighters including Fire and Rescue NSW will participate, including the use of a helicopter. Due to fire operations, Bundanoon Road will be closed northbound during the morning, however traffic control will be in place managing the movement of traffic north and southbound. As a result, minor delays are expected. There is a degree of uncertainty whether Saturday's activity will proceed, due to the potential for showers. An update will be provided later this week. If you could please share with those you know in both areas.

07.01.2022 Today, both Loftus 1A and Loftus 1B, each with a crew of 4 are participating in a Hazard Reduction (HR) at Woronora Heights. This burn is producing a significant amount of smoke, and is expected to settle over the Shire tonight.

07.01.2022 Street meetings are coming to Loftus. With the current restrictions in place in NSW, The Brigade has made the decision to hold off our normal Open Day activities until next year, we believe it is still important to provide our community with the important information in the run-up to the incoming fire season whilst keeping the community safe. We're looking forward to seeing you on Sunday the 20th of September. The times and locations are:... - Third Avenue, Loftus (Session One 9 AM - 9.40 AM Session Two: 9.45 AM - 10.30 AM) - Loftus Fire Station Car Park. 129 Loftus Avenue. (parking available in Train Station Car Park) (Session One 11 AM - 11.40 AM Session Two: 11.45 - 12.30 PM)(11 AM - 12.30 PM) (Sessions will be posted on Facebook Live) - Yarra Vista Ct. Yarawarrah (1 PM-2.30 PM) (Session One 1 PM - 1.40 PM Session Two: 1.45 PM - 2.30 PM) We ask that you register your attendance to help us track Attendance. https://forms.gle/VcfsMKngLBgiSYCm9 Link to our event can be found here: https://facebook.com//community-street-m/639516646970390/ For more information on brigade open days and events visit: http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/getready See you there!

07.01.2022 Each year at Christmas we travel through the local area with all our fire trucks and with our special cargo, Santa. All route information can be found on our website, www.loftusrfs.org Sunday 6th December 2020 (9am - 12noon) - Jannali Tuesday 8th December 2020 - Sutherland... Wednesday 9th December 2020 - Como South (South of Warraba St) Thursday 10th December 2020 - Como North (North of Warraba St) Tuesday 15th December 2020 - Yarrawarrah Wednesday 16th December 2020 - Loftus North (North of Fire Station) Thursday 17th December 2020 - Loftus South (South of Fire Station)

07.01.2022 SUTHERLAND SHIRE - Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Damaging Winds, Large Hailstones The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 2:55 pm, severe thunderstorms were det...ected on the weather radar near Camden, Campbelltown, Cessnock and Kurri Kurri. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Sutherland, Bundeena, Engadine and Holsworthy by 3:55 pm. Damaging winds and large hailstones are likely. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

06.01.2022 Especially important this year. Reach out. Start a conversation. R U OK? Then there is more to say.

05.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and DAMAGING SURF, for people in parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan and Illawarra Districts. WINDS AND ...SURF ALONG THE COASTAL DISTRICTS Locations which may be affected include #PortMacquarie, #Newcastle, the #CentralCoast, #Sydney, #Wollongong, #Huskisson and #Ulladulla. For more information on this warning: https://bit.ly/31DAgz9

04.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger is forecast for the Greater Sydney & Illawarra regions tomorrow. Ensure you are prepared and get alerts for new fires in your area by down...loading the Fires Near Me app today. https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/stay-up-to-date #nswrfs #firedanger #prepared #greatersydneyac

04.01.2022 We're only two weeks away from joining you for street meetings in Third Avenue, Loftus Avenue and Yarra Vista Court. Looking forward to meeting you to answer your questions about the upcoming fire season. spots are still available, to join us on the 20th, please register here: https://forms.gle/XbuZFfsff64bj4Dt7 Can't make it to us in person? or just concerned about COVID? we'll be practising safe social distancing and cleaning during the events; alternatively, you can tune in at 11 AM on our Facebook page.

03.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION NOTIFICATION - SUNDAY 30 AUGUST 2020 National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn tomorrow in the Georges Riv...er National Park at Illawong. The 34 hectare activity will commence around 10am and will be supported by both the RFS and Fire and Rescue NSW. It is located adjacent to homes in Maxwell Close, Sylvan Ridge Drive, Heritage Drive, Palmer Place, Spencer Place, Phoenix Place, Charlotte Place and Old Ferry Road. Smoke is expected to drift to the southeast during the day towards Illawong, Bangor, Bonnet Bay, Como, Sutherland, Jannali and Kirrawee.