Oakville Rural Fire Brigade in Oakville, New South Wales, Australia | Fire station

Oakville Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Oakville, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9627 2771

Address: 218 Bocks Road 2765 Oakville, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.oakville.rfsa.org.au

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25.01.2022 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

23.01.2022 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

23.01.2022 November 12, 2019, was the first of many difficult days we would face as a as a result of the Gospers Mountain fire. While the effects of the fire are still being felt in many ways across the broader community, like then, we are all still working together.

22.01.2022 At 522am yesterday morning we were responded to a reported car fire at Pitt Town. With assistance from the owner and neighbours with a garden hose and a quick response time from the brigade there was no damage to the house.

22.01.2022 Many Australians like Jim learned some terrifying lessons in the last bush fire season

22.01.2022 Last night, Oakville Rural Fire Brigade took home the 2020 trophy as Champions in the Senior division of the NSW RFS State Championships. Congratulations! Also ...a big hand for runner’s up, Mt Keira Rural Fire Brigade and Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire Brigade in third place. Held every two years, the Championships are a competitive firefighting event for members of the NSW RFS and are also an opportunity for volunteers to meet other members from across the State, share experiences and learn from one another.

22.01.2022 Wishing everyone a safe, happy and prosperous New Year. Thanks for all your support!

22.01.2022 Rest In Peace Greg. Thank you for your service. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and brigade members at this sad time.

21.01.2022 Whilst filling in at Windsor fire station today we were sent to a grass fire at McGraths hill that started from an unattended pile burn. With the assistance of ...Oakville Rural Fire Brigade we were able to get this under control quickly and save it from spreading to neighbouring paddocks. If you live on a rural property and are conducting a pile burn you must mow the grass around it, always keep an eye on it and have an adequate water source.

21.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger is forecast for the Greater Sydney & Illawarra regions tomorrow. Ensure you are prepared and get alerts for new fires in your area by down...loading the Fires Near Me app today. https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/stay-up-to-date #nswrfs #firedanger #prepared #greatersydneyac

20.01.2022 Eight names, all NSW RFS volunteers, have been added to the Emergency Services Volunteer Memorial in Sydney today. We will never forget the service of Michael ...Maria, Phillip Bell, Ian Long, Robert Panitz, Geoffrey Keaton, Andrew O’Dwyer, Samuel McPaul and Colin Burns. 102 names now appear on the memorial, recognising volunteers from the NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW State Emergency Service, Marine Rescue NSW and the NSW Volunteer Rescue Association who have paid the ultimate sacrifice protecting communities.

19.01.2022 Due to warm, dry and windy conditions the first total fire ban will be in place for the 2020/21 fire season. Very high fire danger is forecast for north east NS...W on Fri 25 September, with a total fire ban to be in force for the Far North Coast. Check and review your bush fire survival plan. See more

18.01.2022 This afternoon we were responded to a garage alight in Pitt Town, together with Fire and Rescue NSW Station 081 and Wilberforce Rural Fire Brigade. Upon arrival, we established a freezer in the garage had caught fire. CABA operators extinguished the fire and then our crews vented the house to clear it of smoke. Luckily for the owners it was an electrical short in the freezer and it didn’t cause any major damage to their home. This is a timely reminder to check all electrical ...appliances before venturing off this holiday season. Thanks to Wilberforce Rural Fire Brigade and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 081 for their assistance.

18.01.2022 Congratulations Peter Speet AFSM, Captain (Retired) of Oakville Rural Fire Brigade on receiving his 60 year long service medal and 4th clasp from The Hon David ...Elliott MP Minister for Emergency Services. It’s fair to say Peter has been involved in hundreds of incidents over the years and seen much change. Thank you for your service, Peter. https://bit.ly/2UdgxTT. #NSWRFS #Oakville1 See more

17.01.2022 Our thoughts are with Ed’s family and the Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade at this sad time. Rest In Peace Ed.

17.01.2022 IT’S GET READY WEEKEND but have you included your animals? To keep your animals safe in an emergency, make them a part of your plan. This is a plan for what you... would do for your family, including your animals, in the event of severe storms and floods, bush fires, heat waves and other extreme weather events. What should my plan include for my animals? Where to go and how to get there planning to stay with family or friends is often the most comfortable and convenient option. What to take for your animals prepare a ‘Grab and Go’ bag. How to identify, secure and transport your animals. If you have large animals like horses and livestock, a plan to relocate them early to a safer area. Remember to practice your plan at least once a year. https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au//get-ready-a/get-ready-animals/ #GetReadyAnimals

16.01.2022 Today we assisted NPWS with a hazard reduction burn at Scheyville National Park, along with crews from Kurrajong Rural Fire Brigade, Tennyson Rural Fire Brigade, Grose Vale Rural Fire Brigade, Freemans Reach Rural Fire Brigade, Upper Colo Rural Fire Brigade. Burning and mopping up will continue through the evening and into Monday. If you see any unattended fire call 000

16.01.2022 We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year! Thanks to our members for their dedication and hard work over the past year and to our community for your continued support.

16.01.2022 At 11.30 this morning, our crews responded to a MVA on Boundary Road.

15.01.2022 Due to the evolving coronavirus situation, all future Santa Runs have been cancelled to minimise the risk of exposure to the community and our volunteers. We a...ppreciate these activities bring a lot of joy to our communities, especially after such a challenging year, however the well-being of our communities and volunteers is paramount. See more

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our members who completed their BF assessment today. Welcome to the crew!!!

12.01.2022 The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) confirms the death of a volunteer firefighter at Hill End in the Central West region. Jim Shanahan, a member of the Hill End Rural Fire Brigade, had returned to the station after attending a vehicle fire in Hill End when he suffered a suspected heart attack early this morning. Fellow volunteers provided initial medical assistance including the use of an Automated External Defibrillator. ... They were supported by NSW SES members, NSW Police officers and NSW Ambulance paramedics, however tragically Jim passed away. NSW RFS Commissioner Rob Rogers said the Service's condolences are with Jim’s family and friends, fellow crew, brigade members and the Hill End community. We are offering every assistance possible to Jim’s family and fellow members, Commissioner Rogers said. We will continue to offer whatever help is required." No further details are available at this stage while NSW RFS personnel work with Service members and the member’s family. www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and/media-releases/media-statement3

12.01.2022 Today is St Florian's Day, a very special day for those in the firefighting family. St Florian’s Day is named after the Patron Saint of Firefighters and is trad...itionally the day where we come together to recognise our volunteers and staff who have gone above and beyond showing incredible acts of bravery in protecting the community or delivering the highest level of commitment to the Service that is worthy of special recognition. In all cases, the recipients are nominated by their peers, which makes receiving an award on St Florian’s Day even more significant and special. This year’s recipients demonstrated extreme acts of bravery in the face of horrific conditions experienced during the 2019/2020 Black Summer bush fires. Those receiving among highest of honours will today be presented their awards, followed by several regional events in the coming weeks for those receiving other commendations. Watch the ceremony live from 10am at https://fb.me/e/2bwmSLvd6

10.01.2022 Albert Newtown, who was recently recognised for 70 incredible years of service protecting his local community, passed away this week. Albert was an important part of the Bilpin brigade and our thoughts are with the brigade, Albert's family and friends.

08.01.2022 Firefighters and aircraft working on a fast moving grass fire in the area of Pitt Town Road, Kenthurst (The Hills LGA). Know what you will do if the fire threatens. #nswrfs #nswfires

07.01.2022 The bush fire danger period commences on October 1. From tomorrow, anyone wishing to light a fire on their property will require a fire permit from their local station or fire control centre.

07.01.2022 You know the alert levels of Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning. The way these are displayed on our website and Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app is c...hanging. Soon you’ll see these 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. While the icons may look different, what they mean doesn't change - you should check for information about what to do to protect you and your family. Keep an eye out for the new icons later this week. Check https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au//gen/australian-warnings-system for info.

07.01.2022 The 2019-20 bush fire season was the most challenging NSW has ever faced - and took an enormous toll on communities across the state. After major events like th...is, we conduct community research to better understand how people prepared and responded to the fires. You may have been impacted by the fires, or you may have been travelling in an area that was impacted. Through the UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia and the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, we are keen to hear from you. Complete the online survey at http://bit.ly/nswbushfiresearch Pic: Martin Von Stoll

07.01.2022 Fact: Only 6.9% of NSW was impacted by bush fire in the 2019/20 fire season. This means there is a significant bush fire risk for the coming 2020/21 fire season. It only takes 5 minutes to improve or make a plan that will give your property, your family and yourself the best chance of survival. Get ready now at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend

07.01.2022 Thanks to Rouse Hill Rural Fire Brigade for bringing out their Pumper last night for our Tuesday night training. Our members really appreciated it!

07.01.2022 Last night our crews were kept busy following the storm. It was great to have some of our new members on crews.

06.01.2022 Busy weekend!! Great to see our new members who recently completed their BF (Basic Firefighter) assessment turning out to assist with a bushfire at Bligh Park on Saturday afternoon and backing up again this morning for training which included new members training for their BF assessment plus those training for their VF (Village Firefighter) assessment.

06.01.2022 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, with the assistance of NSW RFS firefighters, will be conducting a hazard reduction burn at Scheyville National Park. Commencing at 9am. The burn will take place Sunday 4/10/2020and people should expect to see and smell smoke across the area. Burning and mopping up will continue through the evening into Monday. If you see any unattended fire call 000

05.01.2022 Rest In Peace Albert. Our thoughts are with Albert’s family, friends and brigade members at this sad time.

05.01.2022 Santa Run - COVID Style This afternoon we escorted Santa through McGraths Hill. A massive thank you to all in McGraths Hill for your support. Thank you Alischa for your organisation and to our brigade members/Santa’s helpers that were able to assist today. ... Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

05.01.2022 A fitting farewell for Captain Ed Cameron today. The longest serving captain of Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade was respected by so many within the Hawkesbury and... further afield. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and fellow volunteers on what has been a difficult day for all those who knew him. Thank you for you long and distinguished service to your community, Ed. Rest in peace.

05.01.2022 PLEASE SHARE! Last week King Creek 1 & 9 responded to a grass fire at Lorne. During the operation someone decided to steal our brand new portable pump and 3 x ...suction hoses (reinforced hoses so they don’t collapse under pressure) from a Category 9 tanker. The Cat 9 is a small truck that doesn’t carry much water and as a result depends on the portable pump and these hoses. To the morons who did this, the police have been informed and they know who you are so good luck! (phots show where this equipment should be) See more

05.01.2022 The annual Emergency Services Volunteer Memorial Service is being held in Sydney this morning, remembering those volunteers from emergency services who have pai...d the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their community. Sadly eight names, all NSW RFS volunteers, have been added to the memorial this year. We will never forget the service of Michael Maria, Phillip Bell, Ian Long, Robert Panitz, Geoffrey Keaton, Andrew O’Dwyer, Samuel McPaul and Colin Burns. The memorial services is available to watch live online from 11am here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and/volunteer-memorial-2020

05.01.2022 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 make sure you have a cleared area around your home. Learn the 5 simple actions to prepare your property at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend

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04.01.2022 When the call for assistance came in during the March floods, more than 3,100 NSW RFS firefighters and support personnel put their hand up to help. Over that ti...me, our members completed almost 3,000 jobs supporting NSW SES and flood recovery operations around the state. One of those members is Captain Andrew Rutter of the Oakville Brigade who shares some of his experiences of the flood recovery.

03.01.2022 On 16 December 2020, the Australian Government announced the commencement of Advanced Mobile Location (AML) technology for the Triple Zero Emergency Call Service. AML is a technology built into the operating system of Apple and Android telephones which will provide greater location accuracy to Triple Zero during an emergency call from a mobile telephone. It has the potential to save lives and improve outcomes for mobile callers in Australia, we encourage everyone to please see link as it will save lives. https://www.triplezero.gov.au//Ho/advanced-mobile-location

02.01.2022 Today we said goodbye to a great man, a wonderful husband, Dad and grandad, an amazing RFS volunteer and a dear friend. RIP Albert Newton The following is a short video of the Honour Guard. Many thanks to the local brigades that attended and all from Hawkesbury Fire Control.

02.01.2022 #getreadyweekend

01.01.2022 Last night’s training included forcible door entries, along with BF (Basic Firefighter) training for our new members and our BA (Breathing Apparatus) operators undertaking their quarterly usage. Thanks to Maroota South RFS and The Hills District RFS for the loan of the forcible entry door.