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RFS Blue Mountains District

Locality: Katoomba, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4784 7444

Address: Cnr Valley & Bathurst Rds 2780 Katoomba, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.bluemountains.rfs.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Thank A First Responder Day, 9 June 2021 NSW Rural Fire is proud to say thank you to the first responders who do so much for the community in which we live and work. #ThankAFirstResponder #PowerOfThanks

25.01.2022 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 this, we conduct community research to better understand how people prepared and responded to the fires. Your community may have been impacted by the fires, or it may have come close to being impacted. Through the UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia and the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, we are keen to hear fro...m members of the community about their experience. Please complete the online survey at [http://bit.ly/nswbushfiresearch](https://bit.ly/nswbushfiresearch) Pic: Martin Von Stoll

24.01.2022 A huge shout out to all our amazing fathers out there who do such an amazing job! Happy Fathers Day! #nswrfs

24.01.2022 Fire Weather Warning | Sunday 29 November 2020 Severe Fire Danger is forecast to occur for of most of Sunday across much of the Greater Sydney Area. A Total Fire Ban is in place for the Greater Sydney Area which includes the Blue Mountains Local Government Area. A total fire ban means no fires may be lit in the open air from midnight tonight until midnight Sunday night, this includes solid fuel BBQ and outdoor stoves. Significant penalties apply for persons who breach T...otal Fire Ban regulations. In Severe Fire Danger 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. If you’re not prepared, leave early in the day. #nswrfs #prepared #capable

23.01.2022 Can I light a fire in the Blue Mountains LGA? Before you light a fire, you may need to obtain an approval from Blue Mountains City Council. Depending on where you live, you may also need to ascertain whether a safety permit is required. If you are having a BBQ or plan to go camping, you can have a fire, so long as you follow the guidelines on the RFS website - www.rfs.nsw.gov.au... There are certain areas of the Blue Mountains that conduct pile burns on a regular basis (with approval). There are a number of properties intending to pile burn this weekend so be aware that there may be smoke in the vicinity of Mt Wilson and Mt Tomah particularly. If you see an unattended fire or a fire you believe is being conducted in a dangerous manner, you should contact Triple Zero (000) Below is a quick reference sheet about the rules and guidelines about lighting fires in general. More specific information can be found on the Blue Mountains City Council website - www.bmcc.nsw.gov.au or on the NSW RFS website.

22.01.2022 Message from the Commissioner.

22.01.2022 Experiencing mild symptoms of COVID-19? Stay in. Get tested. While you may feel well enough to continue your day, COVID-19 is very capable of spreading to vulne...rable Australians through young people. Symptoms can include fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste and loss of smell, as well as other reported symptoms including fatigue, runny nose, muscle pain, joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting and loss of appetite. More than 220 locations across NSW offer testing find one near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

22.01.2022 It is the end of an era at the NSW Rural Fire Service today. After more than 30 years in the Service, and after more than 12 years as Commissioner, Shane Fitzsi...mmons leaves the organisation today. Hes taking up a new role within NSW Government as the Commissioner of Resilience NSW and as Deputy Secretary of Emergency Management. Shane has seen us, and the community, through some of the toughest of conditions and experiences during this time. We say farewell and thank you.

21.01.2022 Cold weather this week across the Blue Mountains. Prepare yourself and take care on our roads.

21.01.2022 Firefighters honoured on St Florians Day 4 May 2020 ...Continue reading

20.01.2022 If heading home today after a few days camping, unlucky! Don’t forget to completely extinguish your campfire before you set off.

19.01.2022 ADVICE | Our COVID-19 web page contains important information for patients and visitors to all our hospitals, services and facilities, including our 4 coronavi...rus testing clinics. There are changes to hospital access and health screening at entrances is now in place at all our facilities. Thanks for your help and understanding in the fight against COVID-19. See more

19.01.2022 Thanks to the great work of firefighters and pilots working in very difficult conditions, the fire at Faulconbridge has been downgraded to Advice. The threat to homes has eased. Crews will remain on scene for the next few hours. #nswrfs #nswfires

18.01.2022 The RFS has launched its online burn notification system. The District Office will still accept phone calls for the minimum 24 hours notification but everyone is strongly encouraged to notify the RFS via the online system where possible. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that you have all the correct approvals before lighting a fire. Breaches of the Rural Fires Act and Clean Airs Regulation may result in penalties or fines.

18.01.2022 This International Volunteer Day we thank the more than 76,000 NSW RFS volunteers across the state, who give up their own time to protect the communities of NSW. Thank you to all our amazing volunteers and also their families for allowing them to do what they do, especially over the coming holiday period. #InternationalVolunteerDay #nswrfs #thankyou

18.01.2022 With an increase in the use of hand sanitiser, wed like to remind everyone that its ingredients are flammable. If youre planning a BBQ this weekend, please ensure that you completely dry your hands after using hand sanitiser before coming into contact with a naked flame.

18.01.2022 Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, has announced Rob Rogers as the new Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service. Commissioner Rogers has been acting in the role following the departure of Shane Fitzsimmons in May. Following a competitive recruitment process, Rob has been appointed to the role to see the Service through the next season and beyond. ... Im excited by the opportunity but also very mindful of the challenges ahead, especially after last seasons terrible conditions. I look forward to continuing on the path we have set over the past few months like our priorities which focus on our volunteers and community the things that matter most like improving the way we respond to incidents, and the trucks and equipment that our members use. The NSW RFS is an organisation that has been a part of my life for a very long time and Im looking forward to continuing to build it and support its members into the future.

18.01.2022 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.

17.01.2022 Notify us of your planned pile burn If youre planning to burn on your property, you need to let us know before you light up. Notifying us of your planned pile burn can help reduce unnecessary emergency calls.... You also need to let your neighbours know at least 24 hours ahead. You will still need to check with Blue Mountains City Council for approval to conduct open burning within the Blue Mountains LGA prior to notifying us of your intended pile burn www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

17.01.2022 Smoke from planned hazard reduction burns being undertaken by fire agencies and land managers today in the Sutherland area and across the next few days in areas... such as Hornsby may settle in parts including the Greater Sydney, Illawarra and Newcastle regions. Light winds, along with forecast overnight inversions may see low level smoke from these burns draining in to and settling in the Greater Sydney region including central Sydney. Smoke will also likely be trapped in the vicinity of the hazard reduction burns and the Illawarra/Shoalhaven, Central Coast and Newcastle areas. These are important controlled burns which will reduce the risk to people and properties from bush fires. Planned hazard reduction burns will continued to be monitored and may be rescheduled to limit the impact of smoke on the community. For information on limiting the affect of smoke and for a full list and map of scheduled hazard burns visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/major-fire-updates/mfu

17.01.2022 Today, seven inspirational community leaders were bestowed with the highest honour by The City of the Blue Mountains, being awarded the title of Freecitizen by our Mayor Mark Greenhill. Congratulations to NSW RFS Superintendent Greg Wardle, Inspector Robert Vinzenz, FRNSW Superintendent Matt Waldon, National Parks and Wildlife Directors Daivd Crust and Richard Kingswood who led the multi agency response to the 2019/2020 fire emergency in the Blue Mountains. #nswrfs #FRNSW #...npws #capable NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command

16.01.2022 NSWRFS RECRUITMENT OPPORTUNITY | OPERATIONAL OFFICER LEVEL 2 If you are a professional, forward thinking and results oriented individual with a desire to work in a rewarding and challenging environment, apply today. The NSW Rural Fire Service is currently recruiting for a number of Operational Officer Level 2 roles state-wide - Come and join the team!... Total remuneration package up to $104,680. Package includes salary ($86,639 pa - $95,598pa), employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au//operational-officer-level-2-2 #nswrfs #recruitment #hiring #nswgovernment

16.01.2022 Crews continue to monitor and patrol the Huntley Grange Hazard Reduction. The prescribed burn is within containment lines and crews will continue to work on it throughout the day. Residents will notice smoke in the area.

15.01.2022 Crews continue to work on the fire at Faulconbridge near the "Ruines" Residents will notice smoke in the area. There are many firefighters in the area being supported by helicopters. Continue to monitor the conditions on the Fires near me app or on www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

15.01.2022 Please be advised that crews from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) assisted by crews from the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) are undertaking Hazard reduction Burning in the area Of Chester Road Wentworth Falls Today 8 September. Further information regarding this activity can be found at: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr ... or by contacting the: National Parks and Wildlife Service Heritage Centre - 4787 8877 [email protected]

15.01.2022 If you have recently been in Belmore, Caringbah, Casula, Kurnell, Merimbula, Murray Downs, Narellan, Picton, Pyrmont or Villawood, please visit www.nsw.gov.au/c...ovid-19/latest-news-and-updates to read about cases in your area. If you visited the Crossroads Hotel in Casula between 3 and 10 July or the Picton Hotel on 4, 9 or 10 July get tested immediately, even if you have no symptoms. Self-isolate and stay away from aged care facilities.

15.01.2022 The Australian Warning System is a new national approach to warnings for hazards like bushfire, flood, storm, cyclone and heat.

15.01.2022 Join us in congratulating seven NSW Rural Fire Service members on receiving Australian Fire Service Medals (AFSM) in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours list. The AFSM recognises distinguished service by members of Australian fire services. Thank you for your exceptional service to the community: David Cullane OAM Canobolas Jeffrey Gould Bland Temora... Neville Denzil Lawrence OAM Lower Hunter Carolyn Nancy Noon Tamworth David Peters Chifley/Lithgow Geoffrey Peter Ryan Chifley/Lithgow Paul James Sweeney Macarthur Read more about these 2021 Queen’s Birthday AFSM recipients at http://ow.ly/nqIE50F7W7K

15.01.2022 Very High Fire Danger Greater Sydney Area | Monday 16th November Today will see the Fire Danger Rating at Very High for the first time this fire season in the Blue Mountains. Thankfully we have had recent rains lately that will see elevated relative humidity accompanying the warm weather. Regardless of the recent rain, you should not be complacent about preparing yourself, family and property for the impact of a fire. Knowing the fire danger ratings and what they will mean ...for your fire plan is vitally important. Should a fire start, know the 3 alert levels and what actions you should take. Our NSWRFS crews alongside all our emergency services will be ready for the day, are you? #prepare #act #survive #NSWRFS #prepared NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command

15.01.2022 Please be advised that, weather depending, the NSW RFS and Fire + Rescue NSW are intending to undertake a prescribed burn at Springwood. The hazard reduction will be commencing at approximately 3pm Thursday 15 October, and carry on into Friday afternoon. Schools in the area have been contacted and parents will be advised of any actions they may need to take. For more information about planned hazard reduction activities, please visit the NSW RFS website https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati/hazard-reductions

15.01.2022 National Parks & Wildlife Service Blue Mountains National Park Blackheath Area Thursday 11th June, 2020, weather permitting We will have a helicopter working in the Cliff Top Track area of Blackheath, Thursday 11th June. The helicopter is delivering walking track materials to areas that are currently closed as per the Park Alerts page for Blue Mountains National Park:... https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au//blue-mo/local-alerts Please note additional closures and times for Thursday 11th June: Govetts Leap lookout and carpark closed between approximately 6 10AM The Fairfax Walking Track will be open to George Phillips Lookout only. Return by same route. For further information, please call the NPWS Heritage Centre, Blackheath: Ph: 4787 8877 open daily 9AM 4.30PM

14.01.2022 Wishing everyone a Happy Mothers Day

14.01.2022 The Fire at Faulconbridge near the "Ruines" has now been contained. Crews Continue to work in the area being supported by Aircraft. Continue to monitor the conditions on the Fires Near Me app & www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

14.01.2022 Its Get Ready Weekend this coming weekend. Some of our events will be held a little differently this year due to COVID-19 but theres plenty on across NSW. To find out where your nearest Get Ready event is, visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/getready. Join us this #getreadyweekend and prepare for bush fires #nswrfs

13.01.2022 Congratulations Nick

13.01.2022 With the recent rain across the state, it looks like firefighters might be given an early Christmas present.

13.01.2022 Applications are closing soon for roles in our Mitigation Crews. Theres 100 new roles on offer, right across NSW, including targeted roles for Indigenous mitigation crew members. Check iworkfor.nsw.gov.au to apply. Applications close on Sunday.

12.01.2022 Farewell and Thank you, Shane.

12.01.2022 A total fire ban has been declared from midnight tonight for many areas of the state including the Greater Sydney area which includes the Blue Mountains local government area

11.01.2022 Increased COVID-19 testing has been added for the following areas: - Blacktown Local Government Area - Cumberland Local Government Area (and all of postcode 21...45 including the suburb of Westmead) - Greater Taree former Local Government Area (Manning) - Inner West Local Government Area - Lake Macquarie Local Government Area - Liverpool Local Government Area - Penrith Local Government Area - Randwick Local Government Area - Ryde Local Government Area - Waverley Local Government Area - Woollahra Local Government Area These areas have been prioritised as they have a small number of cases of community transmission where the source has not been identified. If you have a fever, cough, sore throat or shortness of breath and live, work or have been active in any of these areas, call your GP or healthdirect to see if you should get tested for COVID-19. You can also visit one of the public COVID-19 clinics. You can find your nearest clinic here: https://preview.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yoursel/clinics

09.01.2022 NSW SES Volunteers are currently attending to 50 calls (and increasing) for assistance following the storm that passed through the Blue Mountains earlier. The m...ajority of calls are in the Winmalee area. All SES teams have been activated and being supported by a large number of Rural Fire Service brigades.

09.01.2022 Firefighters will remain on site at the fire at the "Ruines" at Faulconbridge tonight and tomorrow. www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

09.01.2022 Cascade Dam Katoomba Hazard Reduction Burn Tuesday 8th September 2020 Please be advised that WaterNSW is proposing to conduct a Hazard Reduction Burn at Cascade Dam in the Katoomba Special Area. commencing Tuesday 8th September 2020. The duration burn is expected to take 2 days. The burn is approximately 7 hectares with crews from RFS Catchment Mitigation and WaterNSW in attendance. ... The duration of the Burn will be weather dependant. Please be aware that smoke from the burns may drift over to adjoining areas.

09.01.2022 Stay Safe this weekend, there is snow about! Please drive to the conditions and remember to arrive alive this long weekend. Our fire and emergency service crews don’t want to meet you by accident! #NSWRFS #FRNSW #NSWSES #NSWPOLICE #ASNSW Blue Mountains Police Area Command... NSW SES Blue Mountains Unit Fire and Rescue NSW NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command See more

09.01.2022 Firefighters are currently at a fire in south of Falconbridge behind the Ruines. Aircraft are supporting firefighting operations. There are no reports of any threats

08.01.2022 Today Acting District Manager Inspector Rob Vinzenz, presented RPA with a certificate and plaque in appreciation for all their support towards their employees.

08.01.2022 Elevated Fire Danger This Weekend Today and tomorrow, large parts of NSW will experience Very High and Severe Fire Danger. Knowing the Fire Danger Ratings and what they mean can help you make an informed decision about activating your Fire Plan. The Bush Fire Danger Ratings give you an indication of the possible consequences of a fire, if one was to start. The higher the fire danger rating, the more dangerous the conditions.... Review your bush fire survival plan. Keep informed and monitor conditions. Be ready to act if necessary. To monitor fires and for more information visit The Bush Fire Danger Ratings give you an indication of the possible consequences of a fire, if one was to start. The higher the fire danger rating, the more dangerous the conditions. Review your bush fire survival plan. Keep informed and monitor conditions. Be ready to act if necessary. To monitor fires and for more information visit http://ow.ly/gt8u30rlWyu Download the Fires Near Me application for push notifications. #prepare #act #survive #nswrfs #myfireplan

07.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING SURF For people in Illawarra, South Coast, Snowy Mountains and parts of Metropolitan, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts. Issued at 11:06 am Monday, 27 July 2020....Continue reading

07.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE Wednesday, 25 March 2020 ROTARY EMERGENCY SERVICES COMMUNITY AWARDS HONOUR EMERGENCY SERVICES WORKERS... Nominations are now open for the 2020 Rotary Clubs and Districts of NSW Emergency Services Community Awards. The awards, now in their sixth year, recognise the dedication and service of emergency service personnel and volunteers from Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Ambulance, NSW State Emergency Services, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW Volunteer Rescue Association, Marine Rescue NSW and Surf Life Saving NSW. Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott said the awards shine a light on the enormous contribution of emergency services workers. Emergency services workers and volunteers give so much of themselves to the community and ask so little in return. We are indebted to all our unsung heroes and will never take for granted their commitment to protecting the community, Mr Elliott said. The NSW community has been hit pretty hard of late, first by the Black Summer bushfire season, then torrential rain and floods, and now we are facing a pandemic. Our first responders have been on the frontline protecting the community from catastrophe every step of the way, putting the lives of others above their own. These are brave everyday Australians who do not seek recognition for the work they do and are often reluctant to stand in the spotlight and be recognised for their irreplaceable role in the community. Rotarian and Chair of the Awards Dorothy Hennessy said she expected to be overwhelmed with nominations this year, after the heroic and tireless efforts of emergency services personnel fighting fire and flood after a horror bushfire season. Nominations will close at midnight in Friday, 1 May 2020. A panel of judges from Rotary Districts across NSW will assess nominees on their community service, personal attributes, and contribution to their emergency services organisations. Members of the public and emergency service workers are encouraged to submit nominations online via the awards website at https://nsw.rescawards.org.au/. MEDIA: Shae McLaughlin | 0439 824 831

06.01.2022 GIRLS FIRE EMERGENCY SERVICES CAMP BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER The annual Girls Fire Emergency Service camp is set to return this year and applications are now open for the program which will be held in Brewarrina on 28-31 May and Hawkesbury on 18-23 July. The camp is free for all participants and has the capacity to host 20 teenage girls, aged 15-19 years.... Camp participants are guided by a variety of emergency services volunteers and undergo training in firefighting operations, wildfire behaviour, land management, road crash rescue and first aid. The camp is a multi-agency collaboration between Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service, Airservices Australia, NSW National Parks and Wildlife and NSW Forestry Corporation. For more information, visit www.girlsonfire.com.au

04.01.2022 On the second Sunday in October each year, we pause to remember the emergency service volunteers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while working to protect others in the community. The Emergency Service Volunteer Memorial holds the names of volunteers from the NSW Rural Fire Service, State Emergency Service, Volunteer Rescue Association, Marine Rescue and the predecessor organisations. This year, the names of eight NSW RFS volunteers will be added to the memorial.... A live stream of the memorial in Sydney is available here: http://ow.ly/3v4a50BLO8y #nswrfs

03.01.2022 Even though were no longer in the Bush Fire Danger period, it is dry out there and there are still things you need to do before you light any fires in the open. Please read the attached information, it is for your safety and the safety of others. https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP

03.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast heat wave conditions to affect much of NSW until at least next Tuesday. This will increase the fire risk across much of State with Very High and Severe fire danger likely on the weekend for many areas including the Blue Mountains. Plan and Prepare to Survive. Visit https://www.myfireplan.com.au #nswrfs #prepareactsurvive

02.01.2022 This ANZAC Day, we ask you to light up the dawn. Remember those who have served by gathering in your driveway or at your letterbox at 6am. We will remember them.

02.01.2022 National Parks & Wildlife Service Blue Mountains National Park Wentworth Falls Area Thursday 11th June 2020 weather dependent The following areas will be closed to allow helicopter to deliver materials for walking track repairs:... CLOSED: Wentworth Pass walking track Undercliff track Princes Rock walking track and lookout Wentworth Falls Track Queens Cascade and Weeping Rock Rocket Point lookout and walking track OPEN: Wentworth Falls Picnic Area and lookouts Queen Victoria Lookout Empress canyon Valley of the Waters track Nature Track Shortcut Track Overcliff Track Den Fenella Track For further information, please call the NPWS Heritage Centre, Blackheath: Ph: 4787 8877 open daily 9:00am - 4:30pm

01.01.2022 **UPDATE** As weather conditions for today are unfavorable, the Hazard reduction has been postponed until Monday 7th September Hazard Reduction - Cliff Drive, Katoomba, Friday, September 4th, 2020... Weather depending, the NSW Rural Fire Service and Fire + Rescue NSW are intending to conduct an Asset Protection Zone hazard reduction along Cliff Drive at Narrow Neck Lookout. This work is being carried out on behalf of Blue Mountains City Council. There will be local traffic diversions in place for the duration of the hazard reduction as shown below. Should the weather be unsuitable on Friday, the alternative date is Monday, September 7, 2020. For more information, please refer to https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-informati/hazard-reductions