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Tahmoor Rural Fire Brigade

Locality: Tahmoor, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4683 1159

Address: 6 Pitt st 2573 Tahmoor, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

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24.01.2022 Myths and Misconceptions 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. You can do this by following your local brigades page (THIS ONE!), downloading the fires near me app and following The Southern Highlands RFS Facebook page. ... Listening to the local radio station is another way to stay up to date! Leaving early is your safest option. Improve or make your fire plan at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend

23.01.2022 SANTA UPDATE Oh no! Our Captain has just received a very sad phone call! Due to the increased Covid Cases within Greater Sydney Santa won’t be able to make it to our Station on Christmas Eve. Therefore, he won’t be on the truck cruising our streets. ... Santa did say though that he is still magically able to leave gifts for all the good boys and girls... He is hoping for a Christmas miracle that things might change! Watch this space!

22.01.2022 This time last year, we were in the middle of the worst fire season we have ever faced. It is hard to forget the images of last summer communities impacted by fire, the months of smoke filled skies, and the relentless efforts by thousands of men and women to save what they could. It was also at this time last year we, ourselves, experienced incredible loss. Today marks the anniversary of the terrible tragedy that saw Deputy Captain Geoffrey Keaton and Firefighter Andrew O’...Dwyer lose their lives. This morning our crews attended the memorial park to pay our respects. On this day, and every other day we will remember them.

21.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING WEDNESDAY 2nd DECEMBER LOW-MODERATE PERMITS REMAIN SUSPENDED

21.01.2022 TODAYS FIRE DANGER RATING LOW - MODERATE

20.01.2022 Keep your eyes peeled in the morning! You will see our Cat 7 and Crew rolling through town tomorrow to attend this HR! Stay Safe Guys! ... Community members please be aware that there will smoke in the vicinity of the Highway (near colo vale/yerrinbool), please don’t be alarmed and use caution.

19.01.2022 This week marks NAIDOC Week (8 to 15 November) which celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You might be aware that NAIDOC celebrations are usually held around Australia each July, but this year the National NAIDOC Committee decided to postpone the event in the interest of safety due to COVID-19. At the NSW RFS over the years we have continued to work with our Indigenous communities through initiatives like the Bushf...ire Resilience for Aboriginal Communities Project, the Firesticks workshop where Indigenous rangers undertake bush fire training and training for NSW RFS staff in cultural awareness, and our increasing involvement in cultural burning activities. In the past year we’ve created two all-Indigenous mitigation crews, which focus on protection works for local communities, and working in those communities to help improve the level of preparedness and understand fire in the landscape. And we have also recently completed a Community Field Liaison Officer course specifically for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members, creating a team of Indigenous members who can engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities during emergency events. We also value the experiences and knowledge that our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and members bring to our service, which continues to increase our capacity to engage respectfully with our Indigenous communities. #Naidoc2020

19.01.2022 Can’t wait to see the Memorial Playground complete! We will be definitely taking our little ones down.. will you be taking yours?

18.01.2022 As part of Activate Wollondilly 2020 Council will be holding five (5) Bush Fire Community Forums to seek feedback on the recovery actions undertaken following t...he Green Wattle Creek fires. The next session will be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, 10 September at Bargo Community Hall. Participants can attend via ZOOM or face to face. For more information and to register, please visit our website https://www.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au//bush-fire-community-f/

17.01.2022 Todays Fire Danger Rating What does this mean? Review your bush fire survival plan with your family. Keep yourself informed and monitor conditions. Be ready to act if necessary.... For further information regarding Fire danger ratings please visit: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-pre/fire-danger-ratings

16.01.2022 We Will Remember Them

16.01.2022 The Get Ready Weekend is Here!! Have you been following our tips and tricks on how to prepare your property? There are 5 simple steps to prepare a property for bush fires:... 1. Trim overhanging trees and shrubs to stop the spread of fire. 2. Mow grass and remove the cuttings, have a cleared area around your home. 3. Remove material that can burn, like wood piles and furniture. 4. Clear debris from your gutters to stop embers causing a fire. 5. Prepare a sturdy hose or hoses that can reach around your home and make sure you’ve got a reliable source of water. Remember, you need to prepare well beforehand as leaving it to the last minute is too late. Any questions?!? Just ask!!! Get prepared now at myfireplan.com.au

14.01.2022 Happy Friday and the Eve of a long weekend!! Looks like we are going to have some ripper weather! You have all probably got plans be it going away, catching up with friends, pottering in the yard or catching up on your fab tv shows... but! ... There’s 3 really IMPORTANT things to do this long weekend! 1. Change your clocks 2. Check your smoke alarms 3. Have FUN!

14.01.2022 This Morning our trucks were out and about running some training drills. A Variety of skills and techniques were used in a range of situations. If you see us out and about always be sure to say Gday!

14.01.2022 Wishing everyone a very safe and Merry Christmas! *image credit: Firefighters Australia

13.01.2022 Goodbye 2020! Wishing all our community members a very Happy, Safe and Prosperous New Year! Goodbye 2020! Wishing all our community members a very Happy, Safe and Prosperous New Year!

12.01.2022 Our Crews are down near Stilton Lane this morning,using some pile burns as a training exercise. Pile burns are a great way to prepare your property for fire season. Just remember to obtain a permit from council and make sure conditions are right before you light up!

12.01.2022 Get Ready!! It’s time to prepare your Emergency Survival Kit for bush fire season. We would love to hear what you all will pack in your survival kit! Not quite sure? Ask!! ..... and comment!! ... #getreadyweekend #tahmoorrfs

11.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS!!! Our Captain had a late night phone call from Santa himself!!! And guess what?!?!? Santa has been cleared by authorities (quarantine officials and the like!) AND will be making a special trip to Tahmoor!! ... Santa also said that he had such a fun time on our truck last year saying hello to our wonderful community he can’t wait to do it again!! So listen out for our Air Raid Siren from 4pm on Christmas Eve!l Where Santa will cruise our streets! Parents please note: We will have Covid safe policy in place.

10.01.2022 Elvis is in the building. We always get asked when is "Elvis" coming back. Thjs year there are six S-64 Air Crane Helicopters located throughout Australia. ... Gypsy Lady and Jerry will be looking after us in NSW. Gypsy Lady (Bankstown, NSW) Jerry (Bankstown, NSW) Marty (Essendon, VIC) Delilah (Moorabbin, VIC) Elsie (Claremont, SA) Georgia Peach (Serpentine,) We'd love you to share with us any pics you have of "Elvis" and his friends. Picton Fire & Rescue Station 421 pumper

10.01.2022 Myths and Misconceptions Fact: unfortunately as hard as we try there will never be as many fire trucks as there are houses. Please do not depend on a fire truck being available at your home. BUT! If you and your home are well prepared, you stand a better chance of surviving a bush fire. ... There are simple things you can do around your home to prepare it for a bush fire, like keeping the grass low and having a cleared area around your home. Have you started preparing? Learn more and get ready at rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare #getreadyweekend

09.01.2022 (It appears this post didn’t post yesterday!!! - gotta love technology!) We hope all the grandfathers, fathers and fathers to be have a fabulous day!

08.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING 28Th NoVember 2020 VERY HIGH Permits remain suspended

07.01.2022 What a quaint little cottage! But how prepared is it?? There are some simple things you can do around your property to prepare it against the risk of fire. Do you know the top 5 actions to make your property safer?... #getreadyweekend

06.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING SUNDAY 29th NOVEMBER

06.01.2022 Myths & Misconceptions Did you know that 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. What’s your plan? Get ready now at myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweeekend #tahmoorrfs

06.01.2022 SANTAS COMING!!!!! (said in the voice of Buddy the Elf)

06.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING HIGH

06.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING FRI 27/11/2020 LOW- MODERATE Please note: All fire permits continue to be suspended.

05.01.2022 Happy Friday!!! The weekend is here! With some half decent weather forecasted why not make some time this weekend to prepare your home?? A well-prepared home is more likely to survive a bush fire. ... Can you spot the 5 actions needed to prepare this property? #getreadyweekend #tahmoorfs

05.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING 30th November 2020 LOW-MODERATE

05.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING THURSDAY 26/11/2020 HIGH **Please note that ALL fire permits have been suspended until further notice.

04.01.2022 This year, our face-to-face Get Ready Weekend is now being held online! Over the next few weeks you will need to keep an eye out for our preparation tips in your newsfeed! Please remember if you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask! ... The whole purpose of Get Ready Weekend is to get your home and family ready!

04.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING 1st December 2020 HIGH ** Permits continue to be suspended.

03.01.2022 Myths and Misconceptions With the greys skies and drizzly rain today we thought we’d talk about the Myths that a wet winter means less fires in Summer... This is incorrect! Lots of rain means there is actually an increase of fuel for bush and grass fires to burn. ... It only takes a few days of hot, dry and windy weather to cure grass and make it highly flammable. Have you got grass or Bush near you? Make a bush fire survival plan so you know what you will do if there’s a bush or grass fire near you. Hot Tip! (No pun intended!) brush cut, whipper snip or even mow long grasses to reduce the risk around your property. Visit myfireplan.com.au #getreadyweekend #tahmoorrfs

02.01.2022 Here is a good example of what NOT to do

02.01.2022 FIRE DANGER RATING Wednesday 21st January 2021 HIGH