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NSW RFS

Locality: Berkshire Park

Phone: +61 2 4572 5043

Address: 68 Sixth Rd 2765 Berkshire Park, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.bprfb.org

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25.01.2022 Controlled hazard reduction burning is taking place in a number of areas across NSW including the Wollondilly and Blue Mountains and across other parts of Great...er Sydney. These burns will continue over coming days. For more information visit https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati/hazard-reductions

25.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.

25.01.2022 The causeway on St Marys Road at Berkshire Park has water flowing across it and is flooded. A reminder to never enter floodwaters at any time for any reason.. Penrith City Council Blacktown City Council

24.01.2022 Traffic is returning to normal on Richmond Road at Berkshire Park following a motor vehicle accident attended by our crew along with Fire and Rescue NSW and Londonderry Rural Fire Brigade..

23.01.2022 If there is a fire in Berkshire Park and the surrounding areas you will find the alert level on the NSW RFS website, broadcast on the radio and in the ‘Fires Near Me’ app. What will be your sign for putting your fire plan into action? #getreadyweekend

23.01.2022 Don't forget to turn your clocks forward before you go to bed tonight, and change the batteries in any smoke detectors you have in your homes.. And look on the bright side, we may be losing an hour's sleep tonight, but at least it's one less hour of 2020 we need to live through!

23.01.2022 The Causeway on St Marys Road at Berkshire Park is closed due to flooding.. Penrith City Council Blacktown City Council

22.01.2022 ~~Causeway Update~~ The Causeway on St Marys Road at Berkshire Park has been reopened to traffic..

22.01.2022 Weather permitting, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and Cumberland Crews will undertake 3 Hazard Reductions this weekend: Ropes Crossing (Saturday) ... Jordan Springs (Saturday) Mulgoa (Sunday) As we officially enter the season with a declared La Niña event, finding optimal conditions will become increasingly difficult. This important work will generate smoke in the area and will have multiple crews attending each burn. Only call Triple Zero (000) if you see unattended fires. For more information about Hazard Reductions, visit the NSW RFS Website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au #NSWRFS

21.01.2022 You don’t have to live right near the bush to be at risk. Even if your home is a few streets back, you may be at risk. Can you guess the main reason homes are lost to bush fires? #getreadyweekend

20.01.2022 The causeway on St Marys Road at Berkshire Park is currently under water and closed to traffic..

19.01.2022 This morning some of our members were presented with the NSW Premier's 2019-2020 Bushfire Citation along with Long Service Medals for others in a ceremony held at NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland Zone in acknowledgement for their efforts during the 2019-2020 Bushfire Season. Those members not able to make the presentation will have their citations and medals presented to them by our Captain at a later date..

18.01.2022 Crews on Berkshire Park 1 and Berkshire Park 7 along with other NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland Zone brigades, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service have arrived at Wianamatta Nature Reserve for a briefing prior to this morning's hazard reduction in the area. Smoke may be visible as a result during the day..

18.01.2022 Last night both Berkshire Park appliances were called to a large tree down across St. Mary's Road near 4th Rd. Upon arrival both crews worked quickly to clear the tree and restore access along the road. Following this both vehicles were then sent to assist other NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland Zone brigades in the Londonderry area with multiple calls for assistance with trees down following a large storm passing through the area. If you've noticed any damage to your property this morning and require assistance, contact NSW SES on 132 500.

17.01.2022 Fact: Bush fires are unpredictable and in dangerous conditions, you may not get an Emergency Alert message in time. It’s important that you stay up to date on conditions in your area and that you have made a bush fire survival plan. Leaving early is your safest option. Improve or make your fire plan at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend

14.01.2022 Not having a fire plan is a big contributing factor. For anyone who hasn’t made one, or wants to improve theirs, visit myfireplan.com.au Burning embers can travel kilometres ahead of a bush fire. An ‘ember attack’ is the main cause of house loss in bush fires as they can occur before, during and after the fire front passes. Cleaning gutters and patching holes or gaps in your roof is an effective way to protect your home from ember attack. Learn about the five simple steps to prepare your home for bush fire at myfireplan.com.au It’s good to have a supply of water on the property but the lack of a water tank isn’t the main reason homes are lost #getreadyweekend

13.01.2022 There is a Total Fire Ban currently in force until midnight tonight, and a Severe Fire Danger Rating for today. On days with a Severe Fire Danger Rating, 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. If you're not prepared, leave early in the day. For more information on Fire Danger Ratings visit http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

13.01.2022 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 rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare #getreadyweekend

12.01.2022 Its been a warm day locally, with temperatures predicted to be just as high tomorrow. A Total Fire Ban will be in force from midnight tonight for the Greater Sydney Region for 24 hours..

09.01.2022 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 NSW RFS and communities across the state. Please join us in thanking all those who volunteer for their selfless and invaluable contribution. If you are interested on volunteering, or have any questions, we are at the Station on Tuesday afternoons for Training and Maintenance, or you can send us a message via this page..

09.01.2022 ~~Causeway Update~~ The Causeway on St Marys Road at Berkshire Park is closed due to flooding..

08.01.2022 Keep track of the alert level so you know what you should do. ADVICE level means a fire has started. There is no immediate danger. Stay up to date in case the situation changes. WATCH AND ACT means there is a heightened level of threat. Conditions are changing and you need to start taking action to protect you and your family. ... EMERGENCY WARNING is the highest level of Bush Fire Alert. You may be in danger and need to take action immediately. Any delay now puts your life at risk. Improve or make a plan that will give your property, your family and yourself the best chance of survival at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend

07.01.2022 The Alert levels of Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning are familiar to most of us. 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.

07.01.2022 Do you have a plan? How Fireproof is your plan? It can take as little as five minutes to make your plan.. Visit https://www.myfireplan.com.au/

06.01.2022 Today's Fire Danger Rating is Very High and we are expecting high temperatures in the Berkshire Park and surrounding areas. Report any unattended fire immediately by calling 000..

05.01.2022 Fact: Your safest option is to leave early. A bush fire can be a terrifying situation, intense heat and flames will make you tire quickly, it will be difficult to see and breathe. You may become confused or disorientated. Powerlines and fallen trees can block roads and make driving dangerous. It’s always better to leave early, before the fire arrives. Visit myfireplan.com.au and make a bush fire survival plan, it will help you make important decisions like when to leave or what you need to be prepared to stay. #getreadyweekend

02.01.2022 There are 5 actions you can take to prepare a rural property or farm for bush fires: 1. Clear/slash flammable materials around structures like homes or sheds. 2. If the conditions are right and you have the permits, approvals and skill, conduct a controlled burn. 3. Plough firebreaks around paddock boundaries to prevent the spread of fire. ... 4. Rotate stock across your property to ensure paddocks are well-grazed. 5. Prepare and maintain sturdy hoses and water pumps in case you need to defend your property. Remember, you need to prepare well beforehand as leaving it to the last minute is too late. Get prepared now at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend