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25.01.2022 Our Bourke/Brewarrina indigenous fire crew just got a mention in the prime ministers Australia Day speech on there dedication to the fires and land recovery Dale Barker Keren Barker.
25.01.2022 Any takers on the Far West Team???
25.01.2022 Amazing new facility for Cobar Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade! Cobar Headquarters Brigade Station offically opened on the 15/11/2020. Congratulations Cobar HQ!... #newfacility #farwestteam #cobarhq
25.01.2022 COBAR WASTE DISPOSAL CENTRE FIRE 11:30am: From Cobar Shire Council: Cobars Land Fill (tip) is currently CLOSED and council request that all residents refrai...n from visiting the site until further notice. Emergency Services are currently at the site managing the situation. Cobar Shire Council will update as the need arises. 7am: A major fire has engulfed part of Cobars tip. The blaze has broken out in large piles of commercial and industrial rubbish at the Waste Disposal Centre overnight. Fire and Rescue New South Wales says the smoke is not toxic but people with respiratory conditions should stay inside and keep windows closed. Rural Fire Service and Fire and Rescue NSW crews are working together and are expected to remain there all day, bringing in earthmoving equipment to help extinguish the fire.
25.01.2022 This will be a great night.
24.01.2022 A few weeks back Louth, Kerrigundi and Tilpa Brigade members along with NSW Rural Fire Service Far West Team Staff successfully undertook the Participate in Rescue Operations (PIRO) Course which is apart of their training to complete Road Crash Rescue (RCR). We thank Cobar Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade for allowing us to use your amazing facility for this training. #capabilitybuilding #nswrfs #preparedness #forourcommunity
24.01.2022 Midnight, Tuesday 31st March marks the end of the Bush Fire Danger Period for the Far West and as such a permit is no longer required. However you are required to notify your neighbours and local fire authority 24 hours before you burn. Please call Cobar on 6836 1226 or Bourke on 6872 4023 to let us know of your intent to burn.
24.01.2022 Thank you Bourke HQ and all other Far West Brigades involved in the 2019/2020 fire season.
22.01.2022 SILVER CITY HIGHWAY CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING - #PACKSADDLE TO #TIBOOBURRA The Silver City Highway is closed in both directions between Packsaddle and Tibooburr...a due to flooding in the area. This will be re-assessed around 9am Wednesday. Avoid the area. Updates: www.livetraffic.com
19.01.2022 At 9:30pm, there were 72 bush for grass fires burning across NSW, with 34 not yet contained. All fires remain at the Advice alert level. As Christmas begins to ...wrap up for another year, we again thank all emergency services personnel and our members who have worked today to protect communities, including the more than 1,400 who are still working on firegrounds and in support roles well in to this evening. See more
19.01.2022 Our thoughts are with the families and brigade members and the injured .
19.01.2022 Current Central Darling Shire Road Condition Report.
17.01.2022 The Far Wests very own local crew members have been hand picked to be one of two Indigenous Mitigation Crews in NSW. Click on the link to read the fantastic work that Dale, Burra and the rest of the crew does for the community and beyond.
17.01.2022 "It is difficult to express the deep concern, worry and sadness we all have for the tragic loss of lives, livelihoods, businesses and, in some cases, whole comm...unities, caused by the bushfires that have been affecting our state for months now and more ferociously in the last number of weeks. It is also of concern, on the best information available from the Rural Fire Service, that the emergency is not over. The work of the Rural Fire Service and other emergency services and the thousands of volunteers has been extraordinary. As a community we can only be deeply grateful for their dedication and selflessness. It has also been a time when the community has rallied with kindness and generosity. The State is also in a time of extended and serious drought which continues to have a serious impact on families and communities. Again, the wider community has responded to this crisis with kindness, generosity and support. May this continue to be the hallmark by which we always respond to those in need. I encourage those in need to put up your hand and ask for assistance when and as soon as needed. Check out the services in your local community, all of which are there to help and support you. To the countless volunteers who have bravely fought these fires; to those who have donated food, clothing and money; to those who have opened up their homes to strangers; to those that have cared for the injured and the frightened; and to those who over such a long period have supported our drought affected communities, I extend heartfelt gratitude both personally and on behalf of the people of New South Wales." #GovernorNSW #bushfires
17.01.2022 Thoughts are with the families and brigade members.
15.01.2022 Our thoughts and Prayers are with their families and colleagues.
14.01.2022 Commissioner Fitzsimmons Breaking News ABC NSW RFS Tanker Over run by fire near Bargo NSW, Green Wattle Fire. A 36 yr old male and a 56 yr old male has been ai...rlifted to hospital suffering with airway and serious burns. A 28 yr old female has suffered smoke inhalation and burns has been road transported to hospital. 2 Crew have been treated for smoke inhalation. No further information at this time.
14.01.2022 Youd be forgiven for thinking its 9pm in this photo. This is a picture of Ridgeway 1 Alpha outside the Nerriga Pub at 6pm tonight. Firefighter Harrap
14.01.2022 They say good things come to those who wait....... Cobar HQ are excited to finally have keys to their new shed. The shed is a great addition to the Cobar community and I know the Cobar HQ Brigade members are very proud and grateful to call this home.
13.01.2022 A big thankyou goes out to volunteers of the Bourke HQ and Pera Bore Brigades as well as Fire and Rescue NSW Station 233 Bourke and Bourke Shire Council for the successful controlled hazard reduction burn of the Bourke Levee. https://www.thewesternherald.com.au//controlled-burn-a-big
11.01.2022 The two firefighters tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident last night on the Green Wattle fireground, near Buxton in south western Sydney, are: Firefigh...ter Geoffrey Keaton (32 years old) joined the Service in 2006. He is the Deputy Captain of the Horsley Park Rural Fire Brigade and a former member of the Plumpton Brigade. Firefighter Andrew ODwyer (36 years old) joined the Service in 2003, and is a member of the Horsley Park Brigade. Our thoughts are with the firefighters family, friends and fellow brigade members. NSW RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons will share a detailed message later today.
11.01.2022 Recently we have been asked why we have different types of fire trucks and what does Copacabana 1, 9 and pumper mean. Click on the images below for more information on each of our 3 trucks.
11.01.2022 Hi Far West Team. We are endeavouring to publish a newsletter each month containing news and updates on what is happening in the Far West Team of the NSW Rural Fire Service. Whilst a lot of this is relevant to volunteers we also want the public to be involved. Please take the time to read the newsletter and get in touch with us on 02 6836 1226 (Cobar) or 02 6872 4023 (Bourke) if there are any questions.
10.01.2022 The famous sails of the Sydney Opera House have been lit up in a special tribute tonight. While there have been many people, agencies, groups and members of the... community involved in the firefighting effort, there is special recognition for NSW RFS volunteers who have worked so hard to protect communities. See more
08.01.2022 The Far West Team would proudly like to acknowledge the following Volunteers of the Goodooga Brigade on being awarded the Commissioners Certificate of Commendation as part of the 2020 St Florians Day Internal Service and Bravery Awards. - Captain William Pokarier - Deputy Captain Thomas Stanton - Firefighter Stephen Forrester On the 5th August, 2019 William, Thomas and Stephen were paged to a motor vehicle accident. With Ambulance and Rescue over an hour away the crew show...ed extraordinary physical and mental strength and resilience in supporting and stabilising the patient until further assistance arrived. On behalf of the NSW Rural Fire Service, volunteers and the community, we thank you. See more
08.01.2022 Far West Team - Operational Update
07.01.2022 In what has been a very traumatic, exhausting and anxious bush fire season so far, for the first time this season all bush and grass fires in NSW are now contained. 46 volunteers from the Far West Team took on 120 deployments totalling over 600 days work since the 10th September 2019. We would like you all to give a huge thank you to the volunteers that have gone away from the following brigades: Silverton, Bourke, Wilcannia Rural, Wilcannia HQ, Cobar HQ, White Cliffs, Goodooga, Brewarrina, Narran Lakes, Louth Road, Little Topar, Nymagee, Yantabulla, Wamprelea and Koonenberry.
06.01.2022 Congratulations goes to Bourke Rural Fire Service Head Quarters Brigade, who received the Emergency Services Volunteer of the year award for 2020.
06.01.2022 HARVEST FIRES There have been a number of header and farm machinery fires recently, a timely reminder of the risks around harvest time and precautions to preven...t the loss of machinery and crops. YOUR CROP = YOUR DECISION It is your responsibility to limit the ignition and prevent the spread of fires from your property. MAINITAIN YOUR MACHINERY You should ensure that machinery is *Free from faults or mechanical defects that could start a fire *Fitted with an approved spark arrestor *Carrying fire suppression equipment such as a 9L water extinguisher, 0.9 dry powder extinguisher or a 16L knapsack spray pump filled with water CREATE FIREBREAKS Firebreaks can help stop crop and grass fires from spreading to valuable assets. The NSW RFS recommends you mow, graze or plough around crops, valuable assets and fence lines to prevent fires from escaping your property and reduce the likelihood of fires entering. For more information go to : https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au//farm-fire-s/grassfires/farming
05.01.2022 The NSW Rural Fire Service firefighter killed at the Green Valley Fire, east of Albury is Samuel McPaul from the Morven Brigade in the Southern Border Team. Tod...ay Service flags will be flown at half-mast as a mark of respect. Our thoughts are with Sams family, friends and fellow Brigade members. See more
04.01.2022 Our heartfelt thanks go out to these amazing people. Our thought are with their families and the Coulson Group.
03.01.2022 Today marks the official end to the most devastating bush fire season in the states history. Firefighters have responded to more than 11,400 bush and grass fir...es that have burnt more than 5.5 million hectares, the equivalent of 6.2% of the state. 2,448 homes were destroyed however more than 14,400 were saved. Most tragically 25 lives were lost including those of three NSW RFS volunteers and 3 US aerial firefighters. The response of emergency services and the community over these months has been nothing short of amazing.
03.01.2022 Praying it is found and everyone is safe. Thinking of all involved with the search and rescue.
03.01.2022 There have been so many emergency vehicles driving through bushfire-affected towns of New South Wales, it seems as though one magpie has picked up the tune. Th...is is one of the coolest things ever. Today I met an Australian magpie in Newcastle NSW which had learned to sing the calls of fire-engines and ambulances. Gregory Andrews. See more
03.01.2022 A warm welcome to Nick Watson who started with the Far West Team last week in the role of District Officer and will be based in Bourke. Nick brings a wealth of knowledge in the emergency management field. The Far West Team now has a full complement of staff meaning we can better serve the needs of our volunteers.
02.01.2022 Hope everyone stays safe in California.
01.01.2022 Spring is in the air......and so are possibilities of fires in the Far West. Please take a moment to read the media release regarding potential dangers, landholder obligations and reporting any intentions to burn.
01.01.2022 Breaking News.......As of the 3rd August 2020, members of the community will be able to submit burn notifications online through -http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify You will still be able to lodge burn notices over the phone (Cobar - 02 6836 1226. Bourke - 02 6872 4023) and in person at your local fire control centre.
01.01.2022 The Far West Team wish Shane all the best in his new role as the Commissioner for Resilience NSW. Thankyou Shane for your hard work and dedication to the NSW Rural Fire Service.
01.01.2022 Please join the NSW Rural Fire Service Far West Team in thanking the volunteers from Cobar Hq as well as Fire and Rescue NSW Station 256 Cobar, Fire and Rescue NSW Station 284 Delroy, and Cobar Shire Council for their time and effort in containing this fire. This job has gone on for over 24 hours and is a huge mental and physical commitment for all involved. This is a great example of how seperate agencies come together for one purpose. Great work Teams! Thank you to our District Assistant, Jesse Cochrane for the awesome Aerial shots. Please click the link for some footage. https://www.dropbox.com//AACL9Tll/2020_06_30_11_58_13.mp4
