Rockingham Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service in Rockingham, Western Australia | Fire station

Rockingham Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service

Locality: Rockingham, Western Australia

Address: 99 Dixon Road 6168 Rockingham, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.dfes.wa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Today is Wear Orange Wednesday to say thanks to our State Emergency Service. Across Western Australia,there are 2,047 SES Volunteers, who give their time to respond to storms, cyclones, floods, searches and other incidents throughout the year. #thankyouses

25.01.2022 A friendly reminder about fire hydrants. Recently at a house fire the nearest fire hydrant had a car parked on it causing a delay setting up our water supply whilst the owner moved it. Under the WA Traffic Code 2000 section 163 (1) A driver shall not stop a vehicle so that any portion of the vehicle is within 1 m of a fire hydrant or fire plug, or of any sign or mark indicating the existence of a fire hydrant or fire plug... Our trucks in Rockingham only carry 1200lt of water and in residential areas hydrants can be up to 250m apart so we rely on local residents to ensure there is access at all times. Fire hydrants in WA can be identified by - A white metal box or grey plastic box at ground level - A white H painted on the road approximately 1m from the kerb - A white arrow on the kerb which points to the hydrant Do you have any questions about fire hydrants? Ask in the comments below

25.01.2022 To stay up to date with all current incidents, burn offs and warnings, include smoke alerts visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au

24.01.2022 Edit **Missing person located** Police and SES are currently looking for 82 year old John Warbrook whos gone missing from a local nursing home. https://www.facebook.com/325218167989945/posts/853312721847151/?d=nil

24.01.2022 We had two shifts of Rockingham VFRS work through the night and today at the Wooroloo fire. During significant incidents like this, we employ rural urban interface fire fighting techniques. This involves locating people and property under threat, deploying hoses around the house and standing in the path of an on coming fire. Once the front has passed, the crew will redeploy (often through burning flanks on the road or driveway) to the next house and repeat this action. This m...ethod is used when resources and water supplies are stretched/limited Remember for up to date information visit https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au Credit: RockinghamVFRS

24.01.2022 Cooking up a storm at Bunnings Rockingham

23.01.2022 Were currently working with other local Brigades conducting a hazard reduction burn near the Kwinana off-road area

23.01.2022 SPOTTED: A fellow essential worker is in need of assistance with their eggs-emption theyre on a deadline for deliveries so wed better hop to it. Parents, wa...tch this space for an update you can share with your little ones who might be a bit worried about their deliveries getting there on time this weekend! See more

23.01.2022 Can I burn off or have a fire in my backyard? STEP 1 - Check if there is a Total Fire Ban (TFB) Emergency.wa.gov.au A TFB is declared by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services on a day when a fire is most likely to spread rapidly (because of extreme fire weather) OR if there are already widespread fires or incidents and there aren't enough resources to handle any more... A TFB supersedes all local government burning regulations and permits. It is issued for one day at a time for the selected shires by 6pm the day prior and if one is declared for you area you must not light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire. STEP 2- If there is no TFB issued you need to adhere to the City of Rockingham's regulations. Currently there are no permits to burn being issued by the City to rural areas until at least 28th April. Normal restrictions apply to cooking, camping and heating fires and can be found on the City's website https://rockingham.wa.gov.au/your-services/fire-control

22.01.2022 On Tuesday we spent the afternoon out at this fire with Secret Harbour Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service, Karnup Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services - STN 3204 and career staff. Any information should be reported directly to crime stoppers and is greatly appreciated

22.01.2022 Yesterday afternoon we helped Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue complete a hazard reduction burn whilst giving probationary members some fireground experience.

22.01.2022 For Wednesday night training this week the Brigade spent a few hours refreshing on forceable entry tools and techniques. Thank you to SO Papalia for running the training

20.01.2022 Smoke Alert! This afternoon we will be conducting a Hazard reduction burn in the bush adjacent to Dixon Road and Patterson Road. For all updates please see https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/#map/incident/2076381

20.01.2022 We spent another day with our neighbouring Brigades conducting a hazard reduction burn to reduce fuel in the bush near Leda

19.01.2022 As mentioned previously anyone with information regarding this fires ignition is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Rewards of up to $50,000 are available for information that leads to the identification and conviction of an arsonist.

18.01.2022 A busy Autumn day! Crews started the day at the crack of dawn assisting with a bush fire in Karnup. Upon returning to station many hours later they were redirected to a road crash in Mundijong followed by a scrub fire in the Warnbro dunes. One light tanker then left and is currently on scene assisting with the large fire in Furnissdale. For status updates & alerts on fires please visit:... www.emergency.wa.gov.au #emergencywa #wafires

18.01.2022 With the current weather conditions and with firefighter resources being depleted , the Department of Fire & Emergency Services has issued a total fire ban for many shires in the metro and south west including the City of Rockingham for tomorrow 4th February 2021. This means until midnight tomorrow 4th February you are not allowed to light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire. This includes lighting a campfire, using a welder, grinder or incinerato...r, conducting a burn-off, burning leaves and garden waste, firing up a wood or charcoal BBQ, using a wood-fired pizza oven, driving a vehicle in fire-prone areas and more. You can get more information by Visiting the Emergency WA website (emergency.wa.gov.au) - Calling 13 DFES (133 337) - Calling the TFB Hotline 1800 709 355 - Following DFES on Facebook - Listening to ABC local radio and other media outlets - Looking out for Main Roads WA Variable Message Signs - Looking for local government roadside Fire Danger Rating signs

18.01.2022 Last night our crews assisted with a house fire in Golden Bay.

16.01.2022 Is your property winter safe? The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for tomorrow for parts of the south west of the state including the metro area. Below are some of the things you can do to prepare your property for winter storms ... -Trim branches around your home to prevent them falling on your roof or car. -Clear gutters and downpipes so they do not overflow after heavy rain. -Store or weigh down loose objects around your home or work, such as outdoor furniture that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds, causing damage or injury. -Prepare an emergency kit with a battery operated radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit. -Have an emergency plan ready to put into action, including a relocation plan for your family and pets in case your home becomes flooded or damaged to a point you cant stay there. If you need emergency assistance with temporary repairs, call the SES 132 500 To keep up to date with the latest weather warnings visit http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/warnings/ In a life threatening emergency call 000 Rockingham-Kwinana SES

15.01.2022 A certain bunny received a special travel eggs-emption from the Premier last week, to deliver some essential services to families across WA this weekend. They had a bit of trouble getting around, so we stepped up to help out

15.01.2022 Wednesday night ladder training with our recent intake of potential new recruits watching on

15.01.2022 On the way to assist at Wooroloo. For information on the incident, visit emergency.wa.gov.au

14.01.2022 Winter isnt over yet and with a significant rain event forecasted from Sunday, use this lead up time to ensure your property is still storm ready. 000 - For all fires and life threatening emergencies ... 132 500 - For Emergency assistance with temporary repairs to your property caused by storm damage

14.01.2022 No trip to rotto is complete without a quokka selfie. Unfortunately our attire for this weekend’s HAZMAT course threw this one off it’s game Rottnest Island Authority Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

13.01.2022 With current and forecasted wind conditions as well as firefighter resources depleted and the Department of Fire & Emergency Services has issued a total fire ban for the entire metro area including the City of Rockingham for today 6th February 2021. This means until midnight tonight you are not allowed to light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire. This includes lighting a campfire, using a welder, grinder or incinerator, conducting a burn-off, bur...ning leaves and garden waste, firing up a wood or charcoal BBQ, using a wood-fired pizza oven, driving a vehicle in fire-prone areas and more. You can get more information by Visiting the Emergency WA website (emergency.wa.gov.au) - Calling 13 DFES (133 337) - Calling the TFB Hotline 1800 709 355 - Following DFES on Facebook - Listening to ABC local radio and other media outlets - Looking out for Main Roads WA Variable Message Signs - Looking for local government roadside Fire Danger Rating signs

13.01.2022 Yesterday ourselves, Rockingham and Murdoch CFRS and our DFES Managers participated in an exercise at HMAS Stirling, Fleet Base West working with their own emergency response

12.01.2022 Our ten current Probationary Firefighters joined the Brigade in July are working through their training before they progress to Active Membership. Over the last few Wednesday nights we have been focussing on road rescue tools and techniques. Probationary training on station is designed to give basic skills and understanding, all members still need to complete formal courses such as Road Rescue as well as First Aid, Manage Injuries and Casualty Transfer Systems

11.01.2022 Every year from June until the end of August, DFES takes on WA Police and Saint John Ambulance in the Emergency Services Blood Challenge to see which organisation can make the most donations over the three months. Well done to Craig from Rockingham VFRS who is adding his regular plasma donations to DFES tally Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA... Australian Red Cross Blood Service See more

10.01.2022 What are you doing to prepare for bush fire season? Last week we took on an extra light tanker to be crewed by ourselves and Rockingham CFRS over summer.

09.01.2022 Today the Brigade held its AGM to decide on the leadership for the next financial year. Since 1st July 2019 Rockingham VFRS has - Responded to 292 incidents - Deployed 9 volunteers to the NSW bush fires ... - Attended 354 hours of community events - Serviced 300 fire hydrants - Trained 140 hours with Rockingham Career Fire and Rescue in addition to our bi-weekly training nights. Thanks to our family, friends and employers who support us in what we do. Another huge thanks to our managers and support staff for their efforts behind the scenes every day. Heres a look at the last twelve months ...

09.01.2022 Yesterday we had a training exercise with Rockingham and Hope Valley CFRS at CBH to test both theirs and our response to an emergency

09.01.2022 Unfortunately we can not participate in ANZAC day services like we normally would this year however for those that wish to take part in commemorations on the day the RSLWA is encouraging all to join in by: - Lighting a candle and joining our ANZAC Day driveway Dawn Service at 5.55am on April 25 from your driveway or balcony. - Tuning in to ABC Radio, 6PR, 96FM and 6IX for the dawn commemoration that will include The Ode, The Last Post and one-minutes silence... - Firing up a family barbecue or a traditional gunfire breakfast of bacon, eggs and sausages plus a mug of (rum-spiked) tea or coffee to toast the fallen. -Tuning into a special ANZAC Day commemorative broadcast on TV (more details to come). #drivewaydawnservice #rslwamateship https://www.rslwa.org.au/commemoration/anzac-day/

09.01.2022 One of the worst storms in a decade forecasted for tomorrow and into next week and as always SES Units will be ready to help anyone who needs emergency assistance. Help them out by taking advantage of today's weather and make sure your property is storm ready. Give your vulnerable neighbours and family members a hand while youre at it. If you require emergency assistance during a storm for damage to your property ring 132500... For all fires and life threatening emergencies, call 000

08.01.2022 A few snaps from Monday nights training which involved a simulated structure fire with persons missing

08.01.2022 Wont lie, we are pretty excited to be heading back to Rockingham Bunnings this weekend to cook the snags for everyone! See you all this Sunday for the weekend warriors staple diet.

07.01.2022 No joke, only a working smoke alarm saves lives. Next time youre doing an essentials-only shop, pick up some replacement batteries for your alarms

07.01.2022 Attention Port Kennedy residents. Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA is planning a hazard reduction burn for Friday 28 August within the Port Kennedy ...Primary School site, La Manche Avenue (after school finishes). Signs will be placed around the area to remind motorists and residents to close windows and turn off their air conditioners. The burn is dependent on weather conditions. For updates on planned burns please visit emergency.wa.gov.au

07.01.2022 The Department of Fire & Emergency Services has issued a total fire ban for all shires south of Exmouth including the City of Rockingham for tomorrow Sunday 24th May 2020. A TFB supersedes all local government burning regulations. Despite the impending weather, this means as of midnight tonight and for tomorrow (Sunday 24th May) you are not allowed to light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire. This includes lighting a campfire, using a welder, gr...inder or incinerator, conducting a burn-off, burning leaves and garden waste, firing up a wood or charcoal BBQ, using a wood-fired pizza oven, driving a vehicle in fire-prone areas and more. Violation of a TFB can result in a $25,000 fine or 12 months imprisonment. You can get more information by Visiting the Emergency WA website (emergency.wa.gov.au) - Calling 13 DFES (133 337) - Calling the TFB Hotline 1800 709 355 - Following DFES on Facebook - Listening to ABC local radio and other media outlets - Looking out for Main Roads WA Variable Message Signs - Looking for local government roadside Fire Danger Rating signs

06.01.2022 Real friends wash each-others backs Last night we responded with Rockingham and Hope Valley CFRS to a shed fire in Safety Bay. With the shed having asbestos construction , all equipment was thoroughly washed down and PPE dampened down prior to being bagged and sent off for cleaning

06.01.2022 An extraordinary rescue on a country road a few months back shows the incredible teamwork which exists amongst emergency services.

04.01.2022 What are you doing to prepare for bush fire season? Yesterday we participated in an exercise with our neighbouring career and volunteer stations involving a ‘bush fire’ through the Fletcher Road area of Karnup. It simulated the realistic triaging we undertake during bush fires of properties based on how defendable residents have made them with bushfire preparations Search ‘Fire Chat’ to learn how to better prepare yourself and property before and during this coming bushfire season

02.01.2022 Last night the Brigade undertook our Breathing Apparatus refresher to maintain skills and learn new techniques and procedures. Rockingham VFRS currently has 15 qualified BA wearers and each member is required to do a refresher as well as conduct six training wears a year to maintain the qualification

02.01.2022 With land owners, local Brigades and Parks & Wildlife Service taking advantage of current conditions to conduct hazard reduction and perscribed burns, sometimes it can be unclear as to what is controlled and what needs a Brigade to attend. Burn offs as well as all incidents are listed on EmergencyWA but if ever in doubt ring 000

02.01.2022 Today, still wanted by the DFES, they survive as fireys of fortune. If you have a problem... if no one else can help... and if you can find them... maybe you can hire... The A-Team fireys to deliver ration food to our illustrious leader quarantined by COVID-19 ** Ensuring our Captain, who just returned to an empty house/fridge for the mandatory two week self isolation after his overseas holiday, is taken care of.

02.01.2022 Not exactly the driveway dawn service we had planned! Crews arrived just before 6:00am this morning to a garage fire in Shoalwater. Unfortunately the garage was a complete loss, but it was heartwarming to see so many people on their driveways taking part in the dawn commemorations and giving us a wave as we proceeded to the incident. Lest we forget.

02.01.2022 Would be rude not to pop in and support our mates from Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue cooking the Bunnings BBQ today!

01.01.2022 Rockingham VFRS 2020! #socialdistancing

01.01.2022 Beautiful day to kick off hydrant servicing for 20/21. Come say hi if you see us around Warnbro