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Upper Sturt CFS

Locality: Upper Sturt, South Australia, Australia

Address: 187 Upper Sturt Rd 5156 Upper Sturt, SA, Australia

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25.01.2022 Upper Sturt CFS responded to this fire last week. Shows that, even though we're experiencing milder conditions. The Fire Danger Season is still with us.

24.01.2022 Josh Teague, helping us to sell our Calenders. before the madness began!!

24.01.2022 Just to add to the drama!!!

24.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS for people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Easter...n Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Riverland, Murraylands and parts of Upper South East, Lower South East, North West Pastoral and North East Pastoral districts. A vigorous front associated with a complex low pressure system will sweep across the State this evening and early Wednesday morning. The front will first impact western coasts from late this afternoon then move eastwards to reach central parts including Adelaide around midnight. Damaging wind gusts in excess of 90 km/h are likely with squally showers and thunderstorms for a period ahead of and following the front as it moves across the warning area. In addition, localised destructive wind gusts in excess of 120 km/h are a risk with stronger showers and thunderstorms, mainly about western facing coastal areas with and just ahead of the front. Damaging winds averaging 50-70 km/h at times are also possible away from shower activity. The threat of severe winds will move eastwards and ease later Wednesday morning. A cold, fresh to strong west to southwesterly airstream with scattered showers will persist. For the Adelaide area, the main risk period of severe winds will exist from around 9 pm tonight, through to around 3 am Wednesday morning. Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Ceduna, Maitland, Murray Bridge and Kingscote. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Keep clear of fallen power lines; * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDS21037.shtml

23.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yor...ke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island and parts of Murraylands, North West Pastoral and North East Pastoral districts. Issued at 4:42 pm Tuesday, 1 September 2020. Damaging winds in western parts, extending eastwards overnight. Weather Situation: Strong and gusty north to northwesterly winds ahead of a cold front which will move across the west of the State this evening and central parts early Wednesday. DAMAGING NORTH TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50-65 km/h at times, with wind gusts around 90 km/h are expected in the west of the warning area.This area of damaging winds will extend eastwards across central parts of the State, including the Mount Lofty Ranges, overnight. Overnight, damaging winds are most likely over elevated ground and southeastern slopes. Reduced visibility with areas of dust are also possible in western parts of the warning area today and northeastern parts on Wednesday. Winds will gradually ease in the far west during the evening as winds turn west to southwesterly behind the cold front. Locations which may be affected include Cook, Port Lincoln and Cleve extending to Strathalbyn, Murray Bridge and Hawker overnight. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm ACST Tuesday. refer http://ow.ly/vS1h50BeltO

23.01.2022 Beautiful day for our Brigade photo & pre Christmas gathering.

23.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS for people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Ea...stern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Upper South East, Lower South East and parts of West Coast, Flinders, Riverland and Murraylands districts. Gusty, locally damaging northerly winds on Saturday Weather Situation: A strong to locally gale force north to northwesterly airstream will develop ahead of a cold front over southern parts of the State during Saturday. The front is expected to move over Eyre Peninsula during the late afternoon and central districts during the evening. North to northwesterly winds averaging 50-65 km/h at times with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h, are forecast to develop over the warning area during Saturday morning, contracting to the far southeast during the evening. Some shower activity will develop ahead of the front, with heavier gusty showers developing about western and southern coastal areas near the front. Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Mount Gambier, Clare, Maitland, Murray Bridge, Kingscote and Naracoorte. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. Refer http://ow.ly/fmDE50zTzwq

22.01.2022 Have you begun your preparation ....

22.01.2022 Jake Sparrow, Don Pritchard, Geoff Kay, Joseph Brettig visiting Kangaroo Island and particularly Flinders Chase. Unfortunately Joseph's booking was messed up but they've squeezed him on.

21.01.2022 Just a Heads Up. Dept of Environment will be conducting a burnoff today, on private land (Hilltop Drv, Upper Sturt). Approx 18 hectares planned to be burnt. So expect to see smoke in the area. Several of your local volunteer firefighters, will be assisting.

21.01.2022 May see smoke in the area today folks. DWER doing a burn off in Crafers West.

21.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS for people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Kangaroo Is...land, Lower South East and parts of Eastern Eyre Peninsula and Upper South East districts. Weather Situation: A cold front will move across southern SA during Wednesday. It is forecast to reach Eyre Peninsula and western Kangaroo Island around midday; Adelaide and the South East coast late afternoon. Strong to damaging north to northwesterly winds will turn westerly with squally showers and isolated thunderstorms to follow. Strong north to northwesterly winds may become damaging, averaging 50-65 km/h, with gusts of 80-100 km/h, over parts of the warning area during Wednesday morning ahead of the cold front. Coastal districts and the higher parts and nearby eastern and southeastern slopes of the Mount Lofty Ranges are most likely to be affected. Localised damaging wind gusts in excess of 90 km/h may occur with and following the cold front, mostly with squally showers and thunderstorms. For the Adelaide area, the strongest winds are likely from around late afternoon through to late evening. Locations which may be affected from Wednesday morning include Port Lincoln, Mount Barker, Victor Harbor, Strathalbyn and Burra. From mid afternoon Wednesday other locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Maitland, Kingscote, Robe and Mount Gambier. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. Refer http://ow.ly/ldNS50Als60

20.01.2022 This weekend's weather might make the Fire Danger Season seem like lifetime away, but it won’t take long for the environment to dry out once we hit some hot wea...ther. Rather than making your home preparedness a stressful task, start taking steps now to clean up ahead of Summer. A well prepared home: - can be easier for you or firefighters to defend - is more likely to survive, even if you're not there - is less likely to put your neighbours' homes at risk - will give you more protection if a fire threatens suddenly and you cannot leave and have to take shelter For more information visit: www.cfs.sa.gov.au//prep/prepare_your_home_and_property.jsp

20.01.2022 A huge thank you to Carlos & all the crew at Stirling Cibo. For their very generous support of our Brigade & the CFS in general. Particularly given the very difficult time for business, at the moment. You're a champ.

19.01.2022 Hopefully something positive comes from this.

19.01.2022 An Open Letter to the South Australian community: The 2019/20 Fire Danger Season officially finishes at midnight tonight, finalising one of the busiest seasons ...in our history. The CFS really started our season in September, more than a month before our own season officially started, as a horrendous start to the season in Queensland and New South Wales saw local crews stretched to their limits. Over the next three months until after Christmas, CFS dedicated more than 1,300 volunteer firefighter and incident management personnel to help these two states battle unprecedented bushfires. Unfortunately this was only the start of our efforts this season with our own fires burning in catastrophic conditions near Port Lincoln and Yorketown in November, followed by the large fires in Cudlee Creek and Kangaroo Island in December and January. These were only a handful of the thousands of fires our CFS volunteers attended throughout the fire season with large fires in every Region from Keilira in the South East, Coonalpyn, Miltalie on the Eyre Peninsula and unfortunately too many others to name. I took up the role of Chief Officer in October last year and was very quickly impressed by the professionalism and commitment of our many volunteers. This year in particular they gave up so much of their time, put their lives on the line and worked so hard to not only protect their local communities but travel throughout South Australia and interstate to help others. Thanks must also go to the South Australian community who heeded our warning messages at the beginning of the season and prepared their homes against bushfire threat. Unfortunately too many homes were lost with a total of 179 burned this season, many simply because of the ferocity of the fires. The CFS bitterly regrets those losses and the tragic loss of 3 South Australians during the worst of the Fire Danger Season. The community also listened and acted when we issued warning messages. Those three lives lost to bushfires this year is three too many. However, I am thankful that we were able to provide timely and accurate warnings to the communities impacted so they could make safe decisions for themselves and their families. Thank you also to the communities for supporting us and each other throughout the fires. To see the generosity to our firefighters, especially on Christmas Day brought warmth to the heart. Thank you to all of those who have since had bake sales, fundraisers or simply donated to the CFS Foundation. That money will go towards supporting our volunteers in their time of need. I also want to thank CFS staff and our supporting agencies, SA Metropolitan Fire Services, SA State Emergency Service, Department for Environment and Water, SAPOL and all other organisations who contributed. The ability for those staff to get on with the job and provide results is testament to their abilities. At the moment we are continuing to help South Australians by being embedded in the State Command Centre for Health, managing the COVID-19 pandemic in this State. Only days after the request came through, our teams were at SA Health to support them as they faced a health emergency of unknown scale and duration. We knew anything we could do to support them as the control agency had to be a good thing. Of course the work does not end here. Our volunteers continue to attend structure fires, hazardous material incident, road crashes and to assist other agencies, as their work continues. I thank them for their amazing efforts and urge the community to continue to practice fire safety as we move into the winter months, and be careful on our roads. I dearly hope that more normal times will resume once the Coronavirus crisis has passed but South Australians can be assured that its Firefighters remain ready and available to answer calls for help whatever the challenges we face. Mark Jones, Chief Officer SA Country Fire Service

19.01.2022 Upper Sturt & Aldgate CFS crew at Stirling fundraiser this morning. Many thanks again to Carlos & his crew, at Cibo Stirling. And also to local musician Jack, for the tunes.

19.01.2022 Update on the weather

18.01.2022 An amazing study is being done about the FAMILIES of first responders. If you'd like to be involved, all of the contact details are in the flyer. Your help, as always, is invaluable!

18.01.2022 Media and the public are advised that TOTAL FIRE BANS have been declared for 15 November 2020 in the following Fire Ban Districts: Northwest Pastoral - Severe N...ortheast Pastoral - Severe Eastern Eyre Peninsula - Severe Flinders - Extreme Mid North - Extreme Mount Lofty Ranges - Severe Yorke Peninsula - Severe Riverland - Severe Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow. The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan. FIRE DANGER RATING Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire. Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Severe, well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire. If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option. In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions. Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight. Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions. For further information contact the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit https://www.cfs.sa.gov.au

17.01.2022 Still dangerous fire conditions.

17.01.2022 Our Brigade is enjoying a nice quiet period, at the moment. After the chaos of last fire season. Since then, weve had a recruitment boom! With eight new members joining us. Im pleased to say, despite CV19, they are all now trained firefighters. So, congratulations, and welcome to Cathy, Jaxon, Emma, Sara C, Mae, Natasha, Karl, & Sara A. Wed also like to acknowledge the service of four members. Who have recently left the Brigade. Sam & Nils. Whove moved on to other Brigades. Glen, who has left the area. And John, after many years of dedicated service. Thank you all.

16.01.2022 As you prepare for fire season. Remember to leave us room to access your property.

16.01.2022 TOTAL FIRE BANS have been declared for 19 March 2020 in the following Fire Ban Districts: Eastern Eyre Peninsula - Severe Mid North - Severe Mount Lofty Ranges ...- Extreme Yorke Peninsula - Severe Riverland - Severe Murraylands - Severe Upper South East - Severe Lower South East - Severe Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow. The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan. FIRE DANGER RATING Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire. Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Severe, well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire. If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option. In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions. Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight. Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions. For further information contact the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit http://ow.ly/HJxG50yOyMO refer http://ow.ly/7DyV50yOyMN See more

16.01.2022 Sad to see our brothers & sisters at Eden Hills Brigade having to put up with senseless vandalism.

15.01.2022 Got a visit today from The Emergency Service Minister, Vincent Tarzia & local member Josh Teague.

14.01.2022 Hope everyone out there is coping with the problems posed by Covid 19. Rest assured, that your local volunteer firefighters are still ready to respond to any emergency 24/7.

13.01.2022 So someone did this to the Fire Station & surrounds over the weekend!!! If you saw people or suspicious vehicles around the station over the weekend. Or, recognise the tags. Please contact the Police.

12.01.2022 Hose drills at training tonight.

12.01.2022 Our 34P appliance & crew paid a visit to Blackwood Goodstart Early Learning this morning. The kids had a ball.

12.01.2022 A bit of rain on the way. So sandbags available, if you want them.

11.01.2022 Grants of up to $30,000 are now available to support the mental health and wellbeing of bushfire affected communities - the grants are open to local groups, sch...ools, volunteer organisations, charities and councils. The first round closes on Friday 20 November 2020, with further rounds to be advertised until early 2023.

11.01.2022 Upper Sturt 34P and crew, tonight. Engaging with the community. Instructing Mt Lofty Venturers.

11.01.2022 Batten down people

11.01.2022 Will see some smoke about.

11.01.2022 Here is an image that shows why we tell people its important to crawl down low and go go go if there was a fire in your home. The smoke layers are thicker and substantially hotter higher up. You have a much better chance of escaping a fire by crawling along the floor to an exit.

10.01.2022 Heres a challenge for our girls at Upper Sturt CFS. With seven female firefighters. An all female responding crew, is more than possible. In the not too distant future.

10.01.2022 RIP firefighters.

10.01.2022 In these weird & crazy times. People are resorting to all types of things for cleaning. Just a warning of a few do nots. Home "science experiments " are not recommended.

09.01.2022 Fire Danger Ratings are an indicator of how dangerous a bushfire could be if it did occur. It is not a predictor of how likely a bushfire is to occur. Do you know what the different ratings mean?

08.01.2022 Happy New Year from your local volunteers.

07.01.2022 Looks like two Fire Ban days in a row.

07.01.2022 So true. Time to start clearing up around the house, for Summer.

05.01.2022 Timely reminder

05.01.2022 The crew enjoying our slightly delayed End of fire Season Dinner, last night. Great night had by all. Congratulations to Geoff, Jake, & Joe for being awarded the annual Captains award.

04.01.2022 It's timely on "International Women's Day". To acknowledge the contribution of women to our brigade. In the past, we've had a female Captain & Lieutentant. At present, we have two female firefighters. With another seven waiting to be trained. Also, our magnificent Auxilary has another seven woman. Last but not least. I'd like to acknowledge the support of our female family members. Without their support, we couldn't do what we do. So thank you ladies. Your efforts are always appreciated.

04.01.2022 From everyone at the Eden Hills Country Fire Service, we would like to wish you all a very SAFE and Merry Christmas! Remember to relax, eat lots and drive carefully! As always, we will be here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

04.01.2022 Our newest off road vehicle!!!! Not sure where we keep the water!!

04.01.2022 Going to get blowy tomorrow people!!

03.01.2022 This time last year. "Miss April"! Jacqui. Was our only female Firefighter. Now, after a recruiting influx. We have eight more women who have joined our ranks. Next years calendar could be an all female affair!!

03.01.2022 So last night someone wiped out the fire brigades front fence. Just missed the stobie pole. Somehow kept on driving!!!

03.01.2022 Our girls. Out doing a hazard reduction burn at Ironbank last night

01.01.2022 We made the cover of Time magazine!

01.01.2022 A program usually provided for veterans will be run for first responders who suffered trauma folowing the Cudlee Creek bushfire. It's to be held in the northern... Flinders Ranges. See inside this week's edition (Firesafe) for details. March 12 Weekender Herald out now. Pick up a hard copy in the Adelaide Hills and surrounding regions at your local supermarket (Coles, Woolworths, Foodland) or local PO or visit our online edition. See our new look online edition. Have an explore - there's 10 years of easily accessible back editions to look at. It's at a new address so make sure you use this link. https://adelaidehillsweekenderherald.partica.online Trojans Trek Upper Sturt CFS Lobethal Bushfire Recovery