Phillip Island Fire Brigade in Cowes, Victoria | Fire station

Phillip Island Fire Brigade

Locality: Cowes, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5952 3913

Address: 117 Settlement Road 3922 Cowes, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 This morning the Phillip Island, Bass, San Remo, Kilcunda Fire brigades and three local nature park slip ons attended a grass fire caused by an unattended beach fire in Ventnor. Arriving on scene, crews were faced with a spreading grass fire in difficult terrain threatening buildings and surrounding farm land. Crews worked hard to extinguish the fire to stop any further spread.... A reminder that we are now in the Fire Danger Period!

25.01.2022 This morning the Phillip Island Fire Brigade supported San Remo CFA at a garbage truck fire. The truck contents were unloaded and extinguished by crews on scene, containing the spread of fire to the storage compartment only.

24.01.2022 With restrictions starting to ease the Phillip Island Fire Brigade has been able to start our essential pre summer training and what beautiful weather we had this morning.

20.01.2022 Sunday the 27th of December is a Very High Fire Danger Day in the Central District Phillip Island is in the Central District A Total Fire Ban is in place for the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country & North Central Districts please take care if travelling to these areas.... Fire Danger Ratings are not a weather forecast they tell you how dangerous a fire would be if one started. The higher the rating the higher the risk. For more information to to www.cfa.vic.gov.au

19.01.2022 Have a plan and be fire ready. And how well are you prepared? https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare

17.01.2022 Today we mark one year since the start of the devastating bushfires which deeply affected Victorian communities across the state. On 21 November, 2019 the first ‘code red’ fire danger rating in almost a decade was declared in the Mallee and Northern Country, and dry lightning strikes in East Gippsland that started three fires which grew to a widespread bushfire disaster that burned for months. Today we reflect on the devastation and challenges that followed 21 November and the incredible support from all emergency services who came together to aid the communities impacted by the unprecedented fire season.

16.01.2022 While we are enjoying the easing of restrictions and people are able to visit,the weather warnings have unfortunately expanded to include the island in the update from 10.37 this morning Please be aware and stay safe The SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS for people in Central and parts of East Gippsland, South West, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts has been updated. ... Weather Situation: Strong and gusty northerly winds developing ahead of a low pressure trough expected to cross the State later tonight into Monday morning. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 50 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 to 110 km/h are expected across elevated areas (above 400m) of western Victoria, extending to elevated areas of central Victoria during the morning then extending to the far east during the evening. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 45 to 55 km/h with peak wind gusts around 90 km/h are possible through remaining parts of the warning area from later this morning. Winds are expected to continue overnight Sunday into Monday, but will ease from the west behind a change which is expected to reach western Victoria late tonight, central districts early Monday then clearing the east during Monday afternoon. Locations which may be affected include Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Frankston, Bacchus Marsh and Falls Creek. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. Latest information: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

15.01.2022 Lest we forget.

14.01.2022 A SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS has been issued for people in Central and parts of South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Wimmera district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. Issued at 10:54 am Sunday, 27 December 2020.... The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Sunday. STRONG AND GUSTY WINDS ON SUNDAY AHEAD OF A COLD FRONT. Weather Situation: Strong northerly winds are developing through central parts of Victoria ahead of an approaching cold front. DAMAGING WINDS averaging 50 to 60km/h with peak gusts to around 90km/h are possible in the warning area until Sunday afternoon. Wind gusts to 100km/h are possible over elevated areas (above 400m). Winds will shift to a fresh southwesterly change as the front moves through, with showers developing behind it. The change is currently near the western edge of the warning area, reaching the Melbourne area by around 4pm and into Western Gippsland during the evening. Squally showers or thunderstorms may develop on and ahead of the cold front outside of the warning area as it moves through the State. Locations which may be affected include Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Morwell and Moe. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live. * Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

13.01.2022 Phillip Island Fire Brigade today attended a hay bale fire on a residential property. Fire crews used rakehoes to pull apart the hay bales to be able to extinguish any smouldering flame.

12.01.2022 The Phillip island Fire Brigade and SES Phillip Island Unit are currently responding to multiple emergency calls around the island. Please take care on the road as there are multiple trees down across roads

08.01.2022 The Phillip Island fire brigade is very pleased to announce that after direction from CFA we will be able to do our annual Christmas Eve Santa run this year! After the terrible year we've all had, especially the young ones we are very excited to be able to get back into the community and provide you with this much loved tradition. We'll have more information closer to Christmas. Stay safe out there and get ready for Santa!

08.01.2022 Have a safe and merry Christmas from all the volunteers at Phillip Island over the holiday season.

08.01.2022 Multiple vehicle accident,with multiple casualties today on Phillip Island tourist road, please drive safely

07.01.2022 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS For people in South West and parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:47 am Tuesday, 1 December 2020.... Damaging winds possible today Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: A strong cold front will cross Victoria today DAMAGING NORTHERLY WINDS, averaging 40 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible along the central ranges including the Dandenongs. DAMAGING NORTHERLY WINDS, averaging 40 to 70 km/h with peak gusts to 100 km/h are likely to develop over the eastern ranges, generally above 1000 metres during this afternoon. DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS, averaging 40 to 60 km/h with peak gusts to 90 km/h are possible in western Victoria, and likely near the coast following the cold front, with peak gusts to 100 km/h possible along the coastal fringe. Northerly winds across central and eastern Victoria will ease with the passage of the front in the afternoon and evening. Damaging westerly winds becoming confined to the coastal fringe this evening, and easing below warning threshold early Wednesday morning. Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Hamilton, Warrnambool, Portland, Kyneton and Wonthaggi. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Tuesday.

07.01.2022 Are you planning to use fire this summer? Do you know if you need a permit? Victorians can now apply for permits online using the Fire Permits Victoria website.... If you’re planning your next burn-off, outdoor catering event or celebration using fireworks, Fire Permits Victoria should be your first stop to check, apply and notify. firepermits.vic.gov.au See more

05.01.2022 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Central, South West and parts of Northern Country, North Central, West and South Gippsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:41 pm Sunday, 20 December 2020.... HEAVY RAINFALL AND THUNDERSTORMS MONDAY NIGHT Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: A trough will deepen over western Victoria Monday afternoon, before moving eastward over the State Monday night and Tuesday morning. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING may develop over parts of western victoria from early MONDAY EVENING, extending to central parts late MONDAY EVENING into TUESDAY MORNING. Rain is then expected to continue to extend eastward, before easing from the west during Tuesday morning. Widespread rainfall totals from Monday evening through to Tuesday morning of around 20-40mm are expected with localised falls of 60-80mm possible. Thunderstorms are possible overnight further enhancing rainfall totals and rainfall rates. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne and Bacchus Marsh. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live. * Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEDT Sunday.

03.01.2022 This Saturday 28th November the Phillip Island Fire Brigade and CFA community education trailer will be located on the Esplanade, Cowes from 10:30am-2:00pm. This is a great opportunity for our community to gain information and advice to be Fire safe this fire season. If you can’t attend and would like some information or advice please email [email protected]

03.01.2022 Please be aware that due to roller door replacement works ,we have relocated our vehicles to the rear of unit and will be responding via the entrance to blue gu...m reserve between the CFA and our unit Also there will be increased trade vehicles parked on Settlement rd throughout the day