Murwillumbah Rural Fire Brigade in Murwillumbah, New South Wales | Emergency rescue service

Murwillumbah Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Murwillumbah, New South Wales

Phone: +61 408 535 385

Address: Kyogle Road 2484 Murwillumbah, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Please be advised that firefighters from Murwillumbah and other local brigades are currently on scene at a fire near Duranbah. There will be a lot of smoke in the vicinity but if you see any fire that appears to be unattended please call 000 immediately. Photo credit: Jenny G

25.01.2022 Resources on the way After a busy few months in northern NSW, the crews are back at it. This morning a team of trucks departed the Far North Coast heading ...to Queanbeyan, east of Canberra, to be deployed to assist in the fire operations on the NSW South Coast. We wish them a safe journey. See more

25.01.2022 Yesterday we commissioned our new electronic sign, which will provide up to date and important information to the community. It was a long road, but we got there in the end.

25.01.2022 PERMITS NO LONGER REQUIRED AS OF SUNDAY 1st MARCH 2020. Please be advised that NSW RFS have declared an early end to the Bush Fire Danger Period due to the significant rainfall we have received recently. Despite the fact that permits will no longer be required you MUST still do the following when burning on your property:... - Notify your neighbours in all directions at least 24 hours before lighting the burn. - Contact the Burn Notification line on 1300 632 174 at least 24 hours prior to lighting the fire. If you are a resident of the Tweed Shire and have any questions or would like further information, please contact the Far North Coast Fire Control Centre on 02 6671 5500.

23.01.2022 Another busy day today with crews from Murwillumbah, Cudgen Rural Fire Brigade and Bilambil Rural Fire Brigade attending a large grass fire at Carool!

23.01.2022 It’s nearly that time of year again! Our friends at FRNSW Murwillumbah are back doing their annual Santa run on Sunday the 20th of December. Things will look a little different this year due to Covid but it will be a great experience for all nonetheless! See the event below for more information. ... https://fb.me/e/9ZRTNUjuR

23.01.2022 Well done Pete! Thank you for all your service over the years. All the best with your future endeavours and happy retirement!

22.01.2022 Thanks to #boltbarnlismore for the great deal on our second #milwaukeetoolsaustralia 18v blower. When water is in short supply or in hard to reach area, these are great on the fireground for putting out small fires,or putting in a small fire break. Milwaukee Tools Australia

21.01.2022 Here is a video taken by our crew members that have been away down south assisting at Cobargo. As you can see from this video, all you can see for kilometres is just devastation from the fires that ripped through.

21.01.2022 Firefighters are working to control a grass fire burning to the east of the M1, north of Clothiers Creek Rd at Clothiers Creek, (Tweed LGA). Although there is n...o direct threat, smoke from this fire is impacting the M1 in both directions and traffic may be slow in the area. Motorists in the area should drive to the conditions and only report unattended fires to Triple Zero. See more

20.01.2022 This weekend brought us a lot of fire, smoke, and even some hail and much needed rain! Here are some photos of what we were up against at Commisioners Creek over the weekend. Photos taken by Murwillumbah Rural Fire Brigade.

19.01.2022 Its so nice when locals support locals. The LIONS CLUB OF MURWILLUMBAH have generously supported Murwillumbah RFB over the years. Thank you to all the local clubs and businesses that help keep our volunteer organisations running. Without the generosity of clubs, organisations and businesses, like the Lions Club, we would not be able to purchase some of the much needed and well utilised equipment that keeps us serving the community efficiently and effectively. ... Thanks again Lions Club of Murwillumbah, we greatly appreciate it!

19.01.2022 Very high fire danger today permits are suspended.

19.01.2022 To anyone that is going to be in or around Murwillumbah on Monday, please go and have a meal Thai In-fa Murwillumbah! Not only do they have amazing delicious food BUT they will also be donating all the money made from the lunch and dinner meals that day directly to the families of Andrew and Geoff, the two firefighters who lost their lives in a tragic accident last week. We have an amazing community who support others in times of need.

18.01.2022 Zara at Oh My Goodness has embraced the season of giving and come to our station with an abundance of goodies for our firefighters! From coconut water to DoTerra products she has got our firefighters health and wellbeing sorted on the fireground. A huge thank you Zara!... https://m.facebook.com/ohmygoodness.au/

18.01.2022 A huge thank you to Katrina from Katrina Cram Photography and Kayla from Kaynell Photography for their donation from a series of photoshoots that they in order to raise money for their local volunteer fire brigade. We really appreciate it and are grateful for your support! Watch this space! We may or may not have a fun little project coming up in the near future in collaboration with these two ladies...

18.01.2022 We have had the pleasure of working alongside all 3 of these men over the years at various incidents. 120 years of combined service is a phenomenal achievement and we are so lucky to have them in our area! Well done Pete, Mick and Grant!

18.01.2022 If anyone has family or friends in the area can you please get them to keep an eye out.

16.01.2022 YesterdayThe Far North Coast Region of the RFS lost a great valued member , R.I.P Rex Kemp, Condolences to the Kemp Family, Friends and the many RFS members who were lucky enough to known Rex. RIP REX

16.01.2022 If you watch closely you will spot our Cat 7 truck and members of our brigade as they attended a training exercise day held for volunteer firefighters in both QLD and NSW. It was a great day and an excellent skill refresher for our crew as we prepare for the lead up to our busy time of year, Summer!

16.01.2022 HEROES: Geoff Keaton and Andrew O'Dwyer paid the ultimate sacrifice protecting their community. The volunteers at Horsley Park Rural Fire Brigade, in western Sydney, leave behind young families: http://9Soci.al/kVsY30q3wI1 #9News

16.01.2022 PERMITS SUSPENDED Due to a change in the Fire Danger Rating overnight becoming VERY HIGH, permits will be suspended until midnight tonight. Call 000 if you see any fire or signs of fire. ... For more information contact 02 6671 5500. See more

16.01.2022 Its amazing what you come across on the fireground.... Koala or dog, you decide.

15.01.2022 A big morning for firefighters in our area. Well done to the crews involved that helped save a large portion of this historic building! Thanks again to everyone involved.

15.01.2022 RFS AIDER PROGRAM If you are elderly or disabled and in need of help to prepare your property for bushfire ,the AIDER program can help. This is a one-off FREE service provided by Rural Fire Service teams. Phone (02) 8741 4955 for more information. Please share around and let’s help the ones that need it! ... We have a great crew in the Far North North Coast who are available to assist you if you need it. See more

15.01.2022 Murwillumbah and Cudgen got covered in retardant today

14.01.2022 This video was taken by our crew members who have been down south assisting with the fires at Cobargo. As you can see from the video, for kilometres on end all you can see is the devastation that is left behind after the fires ripped through.

13.01.2022 Advice: Pacific Hwy, Duranbah (Tweed LGA) Crews are on scene at a fire burning in the area of Clothiers Creek Rd and the Pacific Highway at Duranbah. The fire i...s burning in swampy grass land to the north of Clothiers Creek Road, heading in a northerly direction towards Cudgen Lake and Duranbah. Although there is no immediate risk to properties, residents in the area of Forest Hill Rd and the Tanglewood areas should monitor conditions, take advice from firefighters in the area and follow their bush fire survival plan. Smoke will be visible from the M1 Pacific Motorway. Please only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire. (: Jenny G.)

13.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN (TOBAN) TOMORROW, FRIDAY 25/09/2020.

12.01.2022 "The worst in Mother Nature brought out the very best in community, the very best in people, the very best in humanity." Former Rural Fire Service Commissioner, Shane Fitzsimmons opened up to Lisa Wilkinson in an incredibly candid interview.

12.01.2022 ~UPDATE: Duranbah/Tanglewood Fire~ Crews will be working for the next few days to monitor and control the fire. Helicopters have been here for a few hours providing a great support in getting the blaze contained.

12.01.2022 We are so lucky to work alongside such a great team of leaders! A HUGE level of dedication and selflessness has been shown by all of these people over the past few months and it is great that they are being recognised for their efforts. Thank you team!

12.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BAN HAS BEEN DECLARED FOR TOMORROW Monday 23/11/2020 ALL PERMITS ARE SUSPENDED. For the Tweed, Ballina, Byron Shires and entire Far North Coast.... REPORT FIRES TO 000. Total Fire Ban rules: A total fire ban means no fires out in the open. A total fire ban helps limit the potential of fires developing. During a Total Fire Ban you cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or to carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire. General purpose hot works (such as welding, grinding or gas cutting or any activity that produces a spark or flame) are not to be done in the open. Report fires to 000.

12.01.2022 Another busy day ahead for our local brigades. Please be mindful that there will be lots of smoke in and around the area. If you see unattended fire please call 000 immediately.

12.01.2022 Just a timely reminder that as of the 1st of September 2020 we enter into our bush fire danger period. Subsequently, you will be required to obtain a permit for lighting any fires on or after this date. If you require a permit, please contact the Tweed Fire Control Centre on 02 6671 5500.

11.01.2022 What an honour it was to have our brigade be awarded Volunteer of the Year in the Tweed Shire! This in no way reflects the efforts that the other brigades in our area have put in, especially over the past 6 months. We are so grateful to have such an amazing team of volunteers, both in our brigade and surrounding areas, to work alongside with. ... Words will never be able to express our gratitude for all the RFS members that we work with but please know that you are also being recognised today! Thank you team, we couldnt do it without you.

10.01.2022 Permits commence Tuesday 1st of September

09.01.2022 A massive thank you to Richard and team who are involved in the Grainery in Murwillumbah! The Grainery have closed their doors BUT they still have stock they need to get rid of. Richard and his team have been opening the doors to the public and allowing people to come and take what they like from the store in exchange for a donation of any amount at the door upon entry.... Richard has so kindly donated the money to Murwillumbah RFB to help us purchase some new equipment. UPDATE: For those who are interested and would like to visit Richard and his team, The Grainery will be open from the 13th of January 2020. Monday- Friday 8am-4pm. They will be open until the job is done and stock is gone.

09.01.2022 After a busy weekend our Monday seems to be not that much different either! Our crews have been out extinguishing a fully involved tractor on a local cane farm. A big thank you to our friends at Cudgen Rural Fire Brigade for their assistance.

08.01.2022 FRNSW MURWILLUMBAH SANTA RUN IS ON TODAY! Kids, make sure you get out there and give Santa and his helpers a wave! See below for the proposed route starting at 2pm.

07.01.2022 A MASSIVE thank you to Janda and the team!

07.01.2022 A busy afternoon for a lot of people was had. Well done to all involved, it was a mammoth team effort.

07.01.2022 Video footage of chopper assistance at today’s fire at Carool. A big thank you to all crews involved! Bilambil Rural Fire Brigade Cudgen Rural Fire Brigade

06.01.2022 We have had the pleasure of working alongside all 3 of these men over the years at various incidences. 120 years of combined service is a phenomenal achievement and we are so lucky to have them in our area! Well done Pete, Mick and Grant!

06.01.2022 The most devastating events can form the strongest of bonds. Members of our crew have made close friends with fellow firefighters around the nation, especially members of the Cobargo Rural Fire Brigade. Through these tough months this brigade has been there through it all for their community and members of our brigade are so grateful to have had the opportunity to create friendships and bonds with their members that will last a life time. Despite being hundreds of kilometres... apart and amidst all the devastation, we will always share a special bond with the people of Cobargo. Thank you to firefighters all around the world that have helped us with these fires! Words will never be able to express our gratitude.

04.01.2022 Thank you so much to Lisa and the staff at Caltex Murwillumbah, Lisa from The Shell and all the amazing people from Nunderi who all put into this awesome thank you gift to our Brigade. It will all be put onto our trucks and used at fires when we cant get off the ground. (And maybe a couple of things for our Xmas party). Again massive thanks from all of the Murwillumbah brigade

04.01.2022 If you want to help volunteer firefighters during the current crisis, consider joining your nearest brigade. That's the best way to help - your time is priceless. There are roles you can perform even if you are not able or willing to go to fires. Joining takes time. In the meantime, if you wish to help, consider a monetary donation to your nearest brigade. Money will allow your local brigade to purchase what they need or want, whether it's bottled water, soft drinks, food or ...equipment. If you donate food or other items, they may not be what is wanted or needed at that time and may not be used. With cash, your local brigade can also choose to purchase from local businesses, who may need the trade more than Costco, Aldi or Coles. If you want to donate to your local brigade, contact them and give them cash, a cheque, or make a deposit to their bank account. If you want your donation to be deductible against income tax, it's more complicated - contact your local brigade for advice. If you don't pay income tax, or don't care about the deduction, don't worry about it. Please be cautious of anyone collecting "on behalf of" or "for" the RFS. Are you sure everything donated - money or goods - is getting to its destination? Are they a registered charity with the protections that entails? Is your donation tax-deductible? Obviously cash is far more risky to donate through an intermediary than goods, as it's far more attractive for theft, and easier to lose or lose track of. Be skeptical - for example, the people selling firefighter calendars aren't firefighters, and most of the funds go to profit and other charitable causes, not fire brigades. We have been made aware of situations in our town where members of the general public are taking advantage of the generosity of local businesses and claiming to be members from the RFS and trying to get donations of food and drink etc for their own personal use. Thanks for your help, and please do consider the first suggestion. No-one ever complains that their local fire brigade is too big.

04.01.2022 To the families and friends of Geoff and Andrew, our thoughts and prayers are with you. To the firefighters that were also in the truck and involved in the accident, we wish you a safe and speedy recovery. A tragic timely reminder that firefighters around the country are risking their lives in order to protect their communities. ... Words can not describe the loss that the community of these two men would be feeling. Andrew and Geoff, you paid the ultimate sacrifice, may you Rest In Peace. You are true heroes! ~ EDIT~ Please see below a link to a GoFundMe page that has been created to assist the families of these two men. If you are able to share around that would be greatly appreciated. https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-a-fire-fighters-family

03.01.2022 Two of our members are down south fighting the massive bushfires that are causing so much angst and grief for people all around the country. Luckily for them, they are seeing a little bit of rain so lets just hope it keeps on coming! You cant get much further from home! ... A huge thank you to not only our members but also all the firefighters around the country fighting to protect the homes and lives of strangers.

02.01.2022 Good luck guys and girls, keep each other safe and return soon.

02.01.2022 Video footage of chopper assistance at todays fire at Carool. A big thank you to all crews involved! Bilambil Rural Fire Brigade Cudgen Rural Fire Brigade

01.01.2022 Footage taken by one of our crew members down at the Myall Creek fire. Firefighters around the country are facing blazes like this and they have their work cut out for them. Be patient with them and be mindful that they are all sacrificing so much, including time at home with their own families, to fight these blazes for our communities around Australia.