NSW RFS in Vacy, New South Wales, Australia | Government organisation

NSW RFS

Locality: Vacy, New South Wales, Australia

Address: Gresford Rd 2421 Vacy, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area tomorrow will be . Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

24.01.2022 Every day you'll find #NSWRFS and Indigenous communities working side by side, sharing knowledge, experience and culture - it's a partnership we're proud to be celebrating this #NAIDOCWeek

23.01.2022 Congratulations to former NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons, tonight named the NSW Australian Of The Year. On accepting the award, Shane has... paid special tribute to the volunteers who worked to protect homes and lives last fire season, and particularly those who lost their lives. See more

23.01.2022 What a difference a year makes! One year ago Vacy brigade headed North with a strike team to the Mid Coast area of Failford/Hallidays Point. Little did we know we were heading to a firestorm that wiped out many homes in the area. Rainbow Flat was one of the worst hit areas losing many homes including the Rainbow Flat Rural Fire Brigade shed. Vacy brigade was one of many brigades carrying out "property protection" moving from house to house as the firestorm moved through the a...rea. We later found out one of the houses we saved belonged to a member of the Rainbow Flat brigade who was out saving other homes in the area! What a night that was!!!! Thanks to the efforts of brigade members Lindsay, Mariah, Karen, Bruce, Andy and Group 4 Ken for their efforts that night. NSW RFS Lower Hunter NSW RFS Dungog Brigade #vacyrfs #volunteers #nswrfs #volunteering https://www.facebook.com/nswrfs/posts/10158566549280552

22.01.2022 Members of the Vacy Brigade paid their respects to the fallen Anzacs at dawn this morning. 2 of our members are currently serving with the R.A.A.F. at Williamtown. Lest We Forget. NSW RFS Lower Hunter #ANZACDay2021. #RAAF100 #vacyrfs

22.01.2022 REMINDER: Monthly meeting tonight at the fireshed. New members welcome. Starts at 8:00pm sharp.

21.01.2022 It’s National Volunteer Week and we’d like to say thank you to all our incredible members for the valuable contribution they make to the Vacy Brigade of the NSW RFS and communities across the state. #volunteers #VolunteersWeek #vacyrfs Please join us in thanking all those who volunteer for their selfless and invaluable contribution.

19.01.2022 Today marks 40 years since five young lives were tragically lost battling a bush fire at Waterfall. It was 3rd November 1980 - just before 5am crews were aler...ted to a bush fire burning near McKell Avenue. Numerous brigades responded to the southern end of the Royal National Park, working to contain a large fire which was burning under mild conditions. The conditions on the day were cool, the temperature reached 19c, humidity was low and southerly winds prevailed. As the southerly winds increased in strength late afternoon, the fire transitioned from the forested area into heath, increasing the intensity and spread. The fire rapidly headed in a northerly direction towards the Uloola trail. It was on this trail where a fire tanker from Headquarters (Heathcote) Brigade was overrun by fire. It was at this location where five brave firefighters were lost - Steve Crunkhorn, 26, Gregory Rolfe, 24, Vernon Stedman, 21, William Cummings, 21 and David Marshall, 19. The fire was contained days later after burning 2,246 hectares of the Royal National Park. We remember these brave firefighters.

19.01.2022 Vacy Cat 1 Alpha, Vacy Cat 1 Bravo and Vacy Cat 7 were responded to a structure fire at Park St Gresford. A Group Captain on scene early reported it was only a backyard burnoff. We were then stood down. All 3 trucks and members returned to our station. It was another great turnout of 16 volunteer members.

16.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area today is SEVERE and a Total Fire Ban is in place until midnight. In a Total Fire Ban no fire may be lit in the open and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions leaving early is the safest option for your survival. Only consider staying if you are prepared to the highest level such as your home is specially designed, constructed or modified, and situated to withstand a fire, you are well prepared and can actively defend it if a fire starts.

16.01.2022 Vacy Cat 1 Alpha and Vacy Cat 7 responded to a truck fire on the crest of Lambs Valley road this evening. The cab was fully consumed when we arrived with the driver receiving minor burns trying to extinguish it. Police and Ambulance attended the scene as well. Great turnout by 10 brigade members.

13.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area today is and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

12.01.2022 Members of the Vacy Brigade would like to congratulate Group Officer Grahame Chevalley on his St. Florians Day award. Commissioner’s Commendation for Service (individual) Awarded for service of a meritorious nature, or for outstanding actions in relation to fire service duties, administrative leadership, or for exemplary performance of a specific difficult project or task, not involving bravery. Group Captain Grahame Chevalley Gresford Brigade, Lower Hunter, Area Hunter Gro...up Captain Grahame Chevalley has been an integral member of the Lower Hunter District for 26 years. A number of years ago, Group Captain Chevalley became a qualified Air Attack Supervisor (AAS). He has shown leadership and mentorship in developing and promoting the AAS role within and outside the District. The brigade wishes to congratulate other recipients of awards on this occasion.

09.01.2022 Approximately 60 members of Lower Hunter Group 3 and Group 4 brigades attended an information night at NSW RFS - Vacy Brigade fireshed. The CISS "Mental Matters" team explained what was available to members and their families regarding any support they may require. NSW RFS Lower Hunter #vacyrfs #nswrfs #mentalmatters #support

09.01.2022 In the summer of 2019/20, NSW experienced one of its most intense bush fire seasons on record. NSW Rural Fire Service volunteers firefighters courageously battl...ed the fires for months, working long hours in dangerous conditions to keep us all safe. They are 2020 #HumanRightsHeroes finalists. See more

08.01.2022 Another successful Santa run completed for 2020. Thanks again to Glenn for his great part in helping Santa on his travels seeing all the kids of Vacy. Thanks to Torryburn Stud Vacy Country Carnival for sponsoring the kids lolly bags. I think Captain Peter was practicing his "Chicken Dance" for the Vacy Brigade party later that night!!

07.01.2022 Congratulations to Vacy Deputy Captain Andrew Bennett on his appointment as Deputy Group Officer for Group 4 (Williams Valley area). Well done Andy. The brigade would also like to congratulate Grahame and Darryl on their reappointment for Group Officer and Deputy Group Officer for the Group 3 area (Paterson Valley area). NSW RFS Lower Hunter #leaders #vacyrfs

06.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area today is . Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

06.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day To all our firefighting Mothers and all the Mother’s, Grandmothers, Expecting Mother’s, the Long to be Mother’s in our community & neighbouring communities. To the Mums no longer with us. Thankyou all!

06.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area tomorrow will be Very High and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

06.01.2022 The fire danger in the will be in place from midnight. In a Total Fire Ban no fire may be lit in the open and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions leaving early is the safest option for your survival. Well prepared homes that are actively defended can provide safety but only stay if you are physically and mentally prepared to defend in these conditions.

06.01.2022 The fire danger in the Vacy area today is Very High and all fire permits are suspended. Under these conditions you should review your bush fire survival plan, keep yourself informed about conditions and be ready to act if necessary.

06.01.2022 On this day last year, NSW experienced some of its worst fire danger ever recorded at the time with Catastrophic fire danger forecast across the Sydney, Great...er Hunter and Illawarra/Shoalhaven areas, leading to widespread school closures. Fire danger ratings are an important tool to help you make decisions about what to do and under these conditions, your only safe option is to leave early. You can learn more about the fire danger ratings, and check the rating for your area each day, at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr See more

04.01.2022 Here's a sign it's going to be cold this weekend With parts of the state expecting temp's below zero, snow on the alps and summer a distant memory, many of... us will be turning on the heater, lighting the fire and pulling out the blankets. So keep flammables a 'metre from the heater' and most importantly test that smoke alarm. See more

04.01.2022 Hot weather is coming. With increased growth, there's an increased risk of grass fires this season. Know what to do to get ready. Check www.myfireplan.com.au for tips on how to keep your family and property safe.

04.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for HEAVY RAINFALL. Warning current for much of central and eastern NSW and the ACT. Warnings: ow.ly/tDbs50CMDsH

02.01.2022 REMINDER: All fire permits are cancelled due to the Very High Fire Danger Rating in our area today.REMINDER: All fire permits are cancelled due to the Very High Fire Danger Rating in our area today.

02.01.2022 Vacy Brigade would like to thank Mick from MKM Plumbing at Vacy for the work he has put in at our fireshed. If you're after a reliable plumber in the Vacy area, Mick is your man! Call Mick Maslen on 0417499343

01.01.2022 Our Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook: December 2020 February 2021 is out today, and shows that large parts of NSW west of the Great Dividing Range face ab...ove normal fire conditions, as well as grassland areas of the ACT and into north eastern Victoria. Grass and crop fires are the main concern in these locations for the summer months as the growth dries out in the warmer weather. WA has largely missed out on the rainfall in 2020 and conditions are very dry, with parts of the south and south west coasts expecting above normal fire conditions through summer. Full details https://bit.ly/2KwcksI #bushfireoutlook AFAC News Bureau of Meteorology Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES NSW Rural Fire Service ACT Emergency Services Agency Vic Emergency CFA (Country Fire Authority) Forest Fire Management Victoria Tasmania Fire Service SA Country Fire Service Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Bushfires NT

01.01.2022 You know the alert level of Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning. The way these are displayed on our website and Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app is changing. From early December, you’ll see new icons.... It’s part of the new Australian Warning System, to help you receive consistent information in emergencies no matter where you live, work or travel. Keep an eye out for the new icons.