NSW RFS in West Hoxton, New South Wales, Australia | Community organisation

NSW RFS

Locality: West Hoxton, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 679 737

Address: Lot 1 Twenty Seventh Avenue 2171 West Hoxton, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 As the weather starts to heat up, it's a good reminder for residents to start preparing your home for bush fires. Taking these important steps now, could make a...ll the difference if a fire was to threaten you and your home. It is also important to make sure you have a bush fire survival plan and have discussed and practiced it with your family. For more information on on making your plan, visit www.myfireplan.com.au

25.01.2022 Due to wild winds you might be seeing an increase in emergency vehicles in the Austral area due to fallen trees on roads and powerlines, please listen to the advice of emergency services and please drive to the conditions. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

25.01.2022 Ever wondered how fast a grass fire can move? With the @Bureau of Meteorology predicting a warm and wet spring there is likely to be good grass and crop growth across NSW. With this growth will come the increased risk of grass fires. Maintain your property, be prepared and have a plan.

24.01.2022 You can't smell smoke in your sleep. Keep everything, including yourself, one metre from the heater. A kicked off blanket onto a heater can ignite in minutes, ...and unless you have a working smoke alarm - you might not wake until it's too late. #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #MoreThanFire

23.01.2022 Thanks to the community through out the last fire season. Through your generous donations to the RFS and our brigade, we were able to erect a new pergola area and lay concrete. Thanks to Lombo Industries 0409 090 355 located in Progress Cct Prestons for the concrete. [email protected] and Half Price Patios in Wetherill Park. [email protected]

22.01.2022 FACT: Grass fires can move three times as fast as a bush fire, they start easily and spread quickly. Grass fires will pose a risk in NSW this fire season so mak...e sure you have a cleared area around your home. Learn the 5 simple actions to prepare your property at www.myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend #nswrfs See more

20.01.2022 If there is a bush or grass fire in your area, you will find its alert level on the NSW RFS website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au, on the radio and in the ‘Fires Near Me’ app. What will be your sign for putting your fire plan into action? #getreadyweekend #nswrfs

19.01.2022 Have you got Fires Near Me NSW on your smartphone? Make sure you have the latest version to get the latest updates including user profiles and your notification inbox.

18.01.2022 Good news coming from all the fire grounds across the state

16.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES, for people in parts of Maitland/Cessnock, Greater Newcastle, Sydney and Greater Wo...llongong areas. SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS OCCURRING, MAY PRODUCE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:25 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Campbelltown, Maitland, Kurri Kurri and Beresfield. These thunderstorms are moving towards the east to southeast. They are forecast to affect Newcastle City, Raymond Terrace, Belmont and Medowie by 3:55 pm and Anna Bay, Lemon Tree Passage, Mallabula and Bobs Farm by 4:25 pm. Damaging winds and large hailstones are likely. 81km/hr gust observed south of Singleton at 2:23pm. 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.

15.01.2022 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

15.01.2022 The rain is welcome but it brings another risk. As grass dries out, the risk of dangerous grass fires increases. Grass fires are dangerous - they start easily and spread quickly. Check www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/grassfires for tips on getting ready this season. #NSWRFS

13.01.2022 It’s time to prepare your Emergency Survival Kit for bush fire season. Tell us what you’ll pack in your kit? And check out what's on this #getreadyweekend in your area at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/getready #nswrfs

13.01.2022 Thanks to Niko T Photography for some great photographs of fundraiser last Sunday

12.01.2022 Over the weekend Middleton brigade were out in the local area training some new members for their basic firefighting course, this included the use of hand tools to create mineral earth fire breaks, operation of portable pumps and some scenarios of what they might encounter out on the fire ground. A big thanks to all the members who assisted in this training and getting these new members ready to protect the community.

10.01.2022 On this day last year NSW recorded 17 concurrent Emergency Warnings. Communities in the Blue Mountains, Clarence Valley, Richmond Valley, Walcha, Armidale, Namb...ucca, Kempsey, Tenterfield, and the Mid Coast were all being impacted by fire. At 6pm 94 fires were burning across the state. While the losses on that day were significant they could have been far worse were it not for the extraordinary efforts of firefighters and community members. See more

10.01.2022 Outdoor heaters belong outside for a reason. NEVER use outdoor heaters, barbecues, or charcoal pits inside your home. LPG, heat beads, and the like emit lethal ...carbon monoxide which can be fatal in a confined space. For more information, visit www.fire.nsw.gov.au/winter #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #MoreThanFire

08.01.2022 We had a busy night last night, responding to multiple calls for trees down and fallen power lines in the Austral area due to high winds. If you see a fallen tree over power lines call triple 0

07.01.2022 Middleton brigade would like to say thanks to Kristine from KDPC accounting for assisting our treasurer with organising our accounts after receiving all the generous donations from the local community. Thanks for supporting us

05.01.2022 This Time Last Year: It was between the 8 and 10 August 2019 that the first significant spike in bush fire activity occurred in northern NSW. Fires near Crescen...t Head and Turners Flat at Kempsey were running and threatening homes. There was more than 50 fires burning across NSW and a forecast of strengthening winds. The 2019-20 fire season was underway. Video: Loftus Rd - Crescent Head on 10 August. See more

03.01.2022 Last summer's bush fires taught us some terrifying lessons about the importance of being prepared and having a plan. Learn from the experience of others this bush fire season.

03.01.2022 Another big Thankyou to St. Nikola, Macedonian Orthodox Church for your very generous donations. The team had a wonderful day.

02.01.2022 Hot weather is coming to parts of NSW over the next few days. The recent rain means increased growth and as it dries out, the risk of fire will increase. Take the time now to know your risk and get ready. Check www.myfireplan.com.au for advice on making your bush fire survival plan.

01.01.2022 Thank you Bunnings Hoxton Park. A generous donation of $200 as we could not fundraise due to CoVid19 Restrictions. A very thoughtful and very appreciated gift.

01.01.2022 Tomorrow (23/01/2020) will see temperatures rising resulting in Severe fire danger and a Total Fire Ban being declared. Now is a perfect time to review or make your bushfire survival plan.

01.01.2022 Sad news coming from the southern fires today. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved.