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23.01.2022 We will be lighting up the dawn to honour our ANZACs on 25 April - Lest we Forget.

23.01.2022 Very high to severe fire danger ratings are forecast to affect Central Coast and Whitsundays and Central Highlands of Queensland today and over the weekend. Locally Very High to Severe fire danger ratings are possible. Fresh to Strong and gusty northwesterly winds are expected to bring hot dry conditions across the warning areas today. A fresh and gusty southwesterly change is expected to move through the south this evening. It is predicted that any fires during this perio...d will developed quickly , be unpredictable, and be difficult to control. If you hold a current permit, please check with your local fire warden before commencing your fire. If you see anything suspicious, or an active fire please call 000 immediately. Thank you. See more

23.01.2022 Happy New Year Public Notice: Please be advised due to recent Rainfall in the Area, the Local Fire Ban has been lifted for Mackay Regional Council Area only. The Local Fire Ban still remains in place for the Whitsundays and Isaac Regional Council areas until 23:59 Hrs Friday 03/01/20.

21.01.2022 Information about bonfires on beaches.

21.01.2022 UPDATE 7pm - Brigades stood down - no fire found. 2 Dec approx 6pm - Smoke in the air from a potential fire at Kippen Drive, Ball Bay - local Rural Fire Brigades attending.

20.01.2022 Hope everyone is staying hydrated. Our fire danger levels for tomorrow Sunday 25th remain at Very High, but on Monday 26th it increases to Severe. Please be vigilant, report any smoke sightings immediately, and most of all try and stay cool.

19.01.2022 Public notice: Due to current fire weather forecast, no new permits will be issued and current permits are SUSPENDED until advised further. North and Central Rural Fire Brigades are currently deploying volunteers to assist crews in SE Queensland. Stay safe everyone.

19.01.2022 The Seaforth District RFB responded to a small bush fire this morning at Smalleys Beach Road. Fire was contained within a short amount of time.

18.01.2022 As the sun sets, all is quiet at numerous brigade sheds in the region as our firies are out helping everywhere. Come home safe everyone!

17.01.2022 Shared from Queensland Fire and Emergency page

17.01.2022 DECLARATION OF LOCAL FIRE BAN. Please take note everyone!

16.01.2022 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=500798883743327&id=112825515874001

16.01.2022 STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARATION the facts What you can and cant do during a State of Fire Emergency. Gas barbeques with a hooded lid can be used if done s...o safely, in an appropriate area and only used for the purposes of cooking. Woodfires, smokers and pizza ovens can be used if they are completely enclosed and only used for the purposes of cooking. No hangis or pit ovens permitted. Grinding/welding outdoors. Grinding/welding inside a building with a closed door and concrete floor. Look at your environment and check theres no long grass or dry vegetation that may catch alight. Powered portable pump if its essential that you run a pump, make sure you clear around it and take precautions to ensure that the exhaust doesnt spark a fire. Fireworks. Avoid lawn mowing if your property is dry and highly vegetated until conditions have eased. A spark from a stone could start a fire. More info: https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au//State-of-Fire-Emergency-

15.01.2022 Once again we will be in Severe Fire Danger for Wednesday 28.11.18. Please take precautions to protect yourself and those around you. Keep yourself hydrated, cool if possible. Take note of your surroundings. If you see something, ie smoke or flame, report it immediately. 000. Stay safe.Once again we will be in Severe Fire Danger for Wednesday 28.11.18. Please take precautions to protect yourself and those around you. Keep yourself hydrated, cool if possible. Take note of your surroundings. If you see something, ie smoke or flame, report it immediately. 000. Stay safe.

15.01.2022 Just a reminder that the QFES Acting Commissioner has declared a State of Fire Emergency across 42 Local Government areas, of which ours is one. "This prohibits the lighting of all types of outdoor fires and bans certain activities that can cause fires to ignite, such as outdoor cooking fires, welding, grinding and the use of fireworks." So, any sign of fire or smoke, call 000 immediately.

13.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/brad.thorne.9//10157861820092627

13.01.2022 The children at the Northern Beaches C & K Kindy enjoyed a visit from the Fire Truck last week. Steve Smith took the truck to show the kids and to receive a donation on behalf of the Regions Rural Fire Service. Thank you to the families and children of the Kindy who raised the money after the Eungella fires! The children were excited to hear the siren, see the flashing lights and the hose in action, as well as receiving stickers and activities promoting fire safety!

12.01.2022 UPDATE 5/8/20 - QPWS hazard reduction burn postponed for a few weeks. UPDATE 29/7/20 The QPWS burn for the hills behind Ball Bay has been postponed until next Thursday 6 August,tentatively. This is due to low humidity and high winds forecasted. Notice: There will be a planned hazard reduction burn occurring in the hills behind Ball Bay and the Pinnacle Rock area over two days (Thursday 30 July and Friday 31 July). ... This will be conducted by Qld Parks and Wildlife with assistance from local Rural Fire Brigades. The controlled burn will commence approx 3.00pm on 30 July. Please exercise caution if driving through smoke.

12.01.2022 Notice of Hazard Reduction Burns - Thursday 15 August the Rural Fire Brigades did a hazard reduction burn behind the houses on Aviland Drive, Seaforth. On Saturday a burn will be done in conjunction with and assisting QPWS and Reef Catchments as part of their on going land management program for the area. It will be on Saturday 16 August in the afternoon in the area from Ball Bay Road and Haliday Bay Road intersection through to the Reservoir Road. Take care if driving through smoke (put on your headlights) or near the Fire trucks and rural firefighters.

11.01.2022 Updated 5/9/20 - Planned hazard reduction burn is confirmed for today Saturday 5th Sept at 2pm. NOTICE: There will be a controlled hazard reduction burn on Saturday 29 August 2020, happening in the hills near Constance Creek on a property on corner of Howells Road and Seaforth Yakapari Road. Burn is expected to start at 2.00pm. Please take care if driving through smoke.

11.01.2022 No longer current - As at 20 November 2019 the Declaration of State Fire Emergency has been lifted today at 6pm for the Mackay Area. Local Fire Ban will take effect this evening at 6pm. Local Fire Ban will not include the burning of Cane tops and trash. Seasonal Permits are active again until the end of this season. Any other exceptional fire requests to the Area Director, 0417731937.

10.01.2022 Hi everyone, Last years fire season in the Seaforth and surrounding areas was quiet considering what some other areas in the country went through. The weather and conditions here were similar if not worse than the 2018 season. The community was better prepared and more vigilant which made a big difference in minimising the number of fires and how quickly we responded to them. However, we cant rely on the old Shell be right attitude. Times have changed and we should be ...expecting more of this to come. It is now time to be getting ready for this years fire season. Since December this area has again had an excellent growing season which means there is a lot of bushfire fuel building up on top of the previous years. The area is nice and green now, but things will soon quickly dry off as the weather changes. Easter is a beautiful time of year to be out doing some gardening, and with that, gathering a pile of green waste. Try to get rid of it or burn it now. Dont leave it until October or later to burn it. By then itll be too dry and dangerous. Next fire season seems a long way off, but how it pans out depends on what we as a community and individuals do between now and then. Simple things like cleaning up the yard, keeping the lawn tidy, clean fence lines and property roads. Take time to talk about your Bushfire Survival Plan with your family and neighbours. For further information call, Warden - Seaforth District No.1- Steve Smith on 0417 731 569 Warden Seaforth District No.2 - Chris Fredrickson on 0429 067 134 Warden Seaforth Town Bert Benson on 4959 0669 www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au Plan ahead and make your luck NOW!

09.01.2022 NOTICE: We are conducting a controlled burn on the Yakapari Seaforth Road reserve for the Transport Dept today (Friday 24/9) between Gormleys Road and Andrew Fordyce Drive from 3.00pm weather permitting. Please take care when driving through smoke. Traffic control will be in place.

09.01.2022 **This warning is no longer current. Please refer to the QFES Facebook page for updated information.** Seaforth (north of Mackay) - bushfire as at 2.35pm Sat 14... Sept Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are on scene at a bushfire burning near Gormleys Road, in the vicinity of Mount Ossa Seaforth Road, Seaforth. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze and will be using heavy machinery to construct containment lines. Smoke may affect Seaforth and surrounds. If affected, residents should close windows and doors. Those suffering from a respiratory condition should keep their medication close by. Motorists are advised to drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they are advised to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

06.01.2022 Two of our local Rural Firefighters off to the big smoke to assist at the SE bushfires. James from Mirani Town and John from Seaforth District brigades. Stay safe

06.01.2022 Members from various Rural Fire Brigades attended a Chainsaw handling/maintenance course. Thank you to trainers Ian Stringy Smith and Greg Brown and the Haliday/Ball Bay Brigade for the training venue. Valuable skills for assisting with post cyclone and storm vegetation cleanups.

06.01.2022 Please be advised that as of 0700Hrs today the Isaac Regional Council Local Fire Ban has lifted. This means all Fire Wardens in the Isaac, Mackay and Whitsunday Regional Council Areas can resume normal permitting processes.

04.01.2022 They may breed us Queenslanders tough north of the border, but strong on the outside doesnt always mean strong on the inside. As ravage our state, remember to keep an eye on your mates. Have the courage to start a conversation. Trust the signs, trust your gut and ask R U OK?

04.01.2022 Come and visit us this morning at Bunnings North Mackay for your sausage sizzle fix on International Firefighters Day Here until 4pm Saturday 4th May

04.01.2022 Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) has imposed a local fire ban for central Queensland residents. The local fire ban will be in place fro...m 0001hrs Tuesday, 27 November, for residents in the Banana, Central Highlands, Gladstone, Isaac, Livingstone, Mackay, Rockhampton and Whitsunday Local Government areas. This ban is expected to remain in place until 2359hrs, Friday 30 November 2018. Information on fire bans and the exemptions that can apply can be found on the RFS website, www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/ See more

03.01.2022 Updated contacts as at 25/8/20 for the brigade, for permits to light a fire etc are as follows. Fire Warden District 1 : Stephen Smith 0417 731 569 Fire Warden District 2: Chris Frederickson 0429 067 134... 1st Officer: Stephen Smith 0417 731 569 2nd Officer: Dwayne Shea 0407 647 166 Volunteer Community Educator (VCE): Margaret Deurhof 0458 262 693

02.01.2022 17/7/20 Controlled hazard reduction burn is currently in progress at Seaforth Hills with local Rural Fire Brigades in attendance. Please take care if driving through any smokey areas.

01.01.2022 There are bushfires burning up and down the state today, so its important you understand the different types of bushfire warnings you may see. NOTIFICATION T...heres an incident nearby and you may be affected by smoke. ADVICE A fire is in your area. You need to stay informed and monitor conditions in case the situation changes. WATCH AND ACT A fire is heading your way and may pose a threat to life and property. Follow the instructions in the warning, which will tell you to either prepare to leave or leave the area. EMERGENCY WARNING This is the highest level of bushfire warning. You are in immediate danger and a fire will impact your area. Follow instructions given in the warning, which will tell you to either leave the area immediately or seek shelter. See more