Werribee Fire Brigade in Werribee, Victoria | Fire station

Werribee Fire Brigade

Locality: Werribee, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9742 7009

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25.01.2022 Help keep Wyndham safe by getting tested and staying home if you have symptoms. - Fever, chills or sweats - Cough - Sore throat ... - Shortness of breath - Runny nose - Loss of sense of smell or taste Were all in this together. To find out where you can get tested go to vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS

25.01.2022 CFA has received a number of calls from community members regarding bonfires to mark the Spark in the Dark event this evening. We appreciate those who are thanking our frontline workers, but urge you to keep fire safety front of mind. As todays conditions are windy in some areas we are urging those who wish to participate to not do so by lighting bonfires or using fire pits.... If you are choosing to light a candle, please ensure it is monitored by an adult and extinguished properly. You might like to mark the event by using a torch or outside light. Thank you and stay safe.

24.01.2022 From all of us here at the Werribee Fire Brigade we'd like to wish the RCH a happy 150th Birthday today! An amazing milestone for an institution that is so close to the Brigade's heart

22.01.2022 New Year’s Eve might look a bit different this year, but we urge everyone to farewell 2020 in the safest possible way. Fireworks are dangerous and can not only start fires but also put those around them at risk of serious injuries, burns or even death. Stay safe and do the right thing to look after yourselves, your family, friends and community. ... https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/don-t-ruin-the-party-with-ill

21.01.2022 Wyndham Residents, This weekend, Wyndham North and Werribee Police along with over 100 Australian Defence Force personnel will be commencing a month long blitz in the Wyndham PSA, conducting spot checks and maintaining road blocks 24 hours a day. We will be at Shopping Centres, Public Spaces, patrolling the roads and responding to any reported breaches. ... Any and all detected breaches of COVID-19 restrictions will be dealt with a ZERO TOLERANCE approach. There are ONLY four reasons to leave home: 1. Shopping for FOOD or other ESSENTIAL items, 2. To provide care giving, for compassionate reasons or to seek medical treatment, 3. For exercise (outdoor exercise only, with only one other person or member of your household), 4. Work or study, if you cannot work or study from home. Persons outside their homes for reasons other than stated above WILL be committing an offence against Section 203(1) of the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and WILL receive a $1652 Infringement Notice. There will be no warnings and ignorance will not be an accepted excuse. #StopTheSpread #StayHome

18.01.2022 It's a great time to go camping, but don't let your campfire become a bushfire. Remember these tips when setting up: Keep a clear area of 3 metres around the fire Ensure the fire is no bigger than 1sq metre Someone must be at the fire at all times and have the means to extinguish it... The fire must be fully extinguished when the last person leaves See more

18.01.2022 Just before 2230hrs last night, Firefighters and Road Crash Rescue Operators from Werribee Fire Brigade were responded to a multi vehicle accident on Greaves St North in Werribee. The two vehicles had collided at the intersection of Greaves St Nth and Werribee St Nth causing serious impact to the drivers door of a Hyundai Getz, trapping the driver. Werribees rescue team cut the male occupant free who was then airlifted by helicopter to hospital with serious injuries. The ot...her driver involved was not trapped but was also taken to hospital via road ambulance with upper body injuries. Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade, Police and Ambulance were also in attendance. Whilst there has been some commentary on social media as to these vehicles being on the road at this time of night. There are many who are still travelling by vehicle for many valid purposes, such as: employment and care giving. We ask that the public refrain from commenting on such issue.

18.01.2022 In May this year, Nary and her family were eating breakfast when they heard a faint beeping noise. Within a matter of minutes, the entire top storey of their house was alight, from a fire likely started by a faulty electrical blanket. Narys whole family were able to safely escape with just the clothes on their back, and credit their safe evacuation to having a working smoke alarm. Install interconnected smoke alarms in all bedrooms and living areas, and ensure you test batteries monthly. Only working smoke alarms save lives.

18.01.2022 Werribee Street Crossing Closure

17.01.2022 It was a different Good Friday Appeal for us this year, nonetheless the Wyndham community supported us as always for another year of raising funds for the kids and families at The Royal Childrens Hospital, Melbourne Our Virtual Tin Shake for the 2020 Good Friday Appeal raised an incredible $15,670 for the kids - the highest amount raised by the 826 virtual tins created #GoodFridayAppeal #Fundraiser #CFAVic

16.01.2022 Did you know that only 1 in 10 Victorian households have smoke alarms in recommended locations? In the last 10 years, 22 people across regional Victoria have died due to fires in their bedrooms. Install interconnected smoke alarms in every bedroom and living area in your home. It could save your life.

16.01.2022 Silence is the last thing you want to hear in the event of a fire. Install smoke alarms in all bedrooms, living area and hallways and ensure they are interconnected so all alarms will sound regardless of where a fire starts.

15.01.2022 Beyond the numbers, these individual stories tell the personal impact coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on Victorians and their families. This campaign shares the effect the virus is having on individuals, and through telling individual stories, reminds us all we have a part to play in helping slow the spread of coronavirus. Associate Professor Craig French, head of ICU at Western Health, sees first-hand the terrible impact coronavirus has on patients every day. He witnesses the painful separation patients have from their families who are unable to be with them, including in their final moments.

14.01.2022 If you have any symptoms, no matter how mild, get tested and stay home: Fever, chills or sweats. Cough or sore throat. Shortness of breath. Runny nose. Loss of sense of smell or taste. Its not over yet. Find out where to get tested > https://bit.ly/3epPJYQ

14.01.2022 A familiar face within the Wyndham community, we regularly work along side Di on scene at various incidents. A kind, caring and compassionate set of hands, It is always a pleasure to work with Di. Help us congratulate Di in the comments below! ... Ambulance Victoria

13.01.2022 Earlier today, our rescue team were responded to an incident at the You Yangs Regional Park in Little River. It was a positive outcome for all involved. One of our firefighters captured this great shot before returning home to Werribee!

13.01.2022 Do you have a plan A and plan B? If you're planning to leave, you will need to know what route you will take, and what your alternative is in case of road closures or if your route is blocked

13.01.2022 In recent months we have seen an increase in house fires in CFA areas and sadly across the state, six lives have been lost. CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria are asking all Victorians to know their risks and be prepared when it comes to fire safety around the home.

13.01.2022 An early morning wake up for residents in Werribee this morning. Just after 4am a car caught alight resulting in the LPG gas cylinder exploding causing quite the scene. Firefighters from Werribee and Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade donned breathing apparatus to bring the fire under control within a few minutes of being on scene. Neighbouring properties had debris from the explosion in their yards with the fire also damaging another vehicle and power pole that were nearby.... CFA (Country Fire Authority)

12.01.2022 New restrictions now apply for the Melbourne metro area and Mitchell Shire. Follow Victorian Department of Health & Human Services for the latest. More information https://bit.ly/31ZUDZs

11.01.2022 Most fatal fires start at night and the smell of smoke alone wont wake you up. For the safety of you and your loved ones install smoke alarms in all living and sleeping areas and ensure they are interconnected so when one alarm activates, they all sound. #SilenceIsDeadly www.cfa.vic.gov.au/silenceisdeadly

10.01.2022 Happy New Year! If your New Year's Day celebrations include firing up the barbie, make sure you follow these steps and visit the CFA website to find out if it is safe for you to use your BBQ this fire season. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

10.01.2022 The Princes Freeway closes in both directions between Hoppers Crossing and Werribee this weekend, as Major Road Projects Victoria crews demolish the old Duncans Road bridge. Closures and detours will be in place from 9pm Saturday 20 to 5am Monday 22 June. During the closure, youll detour using the Princes Highway through Werribee, or taking Sneydes Road and Hacketts Road to reach Werribee South.... The new Duncans Road bridge will be closed during these works. Delays are likely through Werribee, so please allow plenty of extra time for your travel between Melbourne and Geelong. For more details about the changes at the Duncans Road interchanges, see roadprojects.vic.gov.au//westernr/duncans-road-interchange #victraffic

10.01.2022 Stay at home restrictions are now in place for Melbourne and Mitchell Shire. There are only 4 reasons to leave home. And if you have symptoms, get tested. We cant fight this virus alone. We need you to play your part.... Staying apart, keeps us together. For all current restrictions, or to find out more if you live outside the impacted areas, go to coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ language or call TIS National on 131450 and ask for the coronavirus hotline.

10.01.2022 This week Wyndham North and Werribee Police supported by the Australian Defence Force personnel will be commencing a month long blitz in the Wyndham PSA, conducting spot checks and maintaining road blocks 24 hours a day. We will be at Shopping Centres, in public spaces, patrolling the roads and responding to any reported breaches. Any and all detected breaches of COVID-19 restrictions will be dealt with a ZERO TOLERANCE approach.... There are ONLY four reasons to leave home: 1. Shopping for FOOD or other ESSENTIAL items, 2. To provide care giving, for compassionate reasons or to seek medical treatment, 3. For exercise (outdoor exercise only, with only one other person or member of your household), 4. Work or study, if you cannot work or study from home. Persons outside their homes for reasons other than stated above WILL be committing an offence against Section 203(1) of the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and WILL receive a $1652 Infringement Notice. There will be no warnings and ignorance will not be an accepted excuse. #StopTheSpread #StayHome

10.01.2022 Have you taught your kids how to stop, drop and roll? Shennel Martin suffered severe burns as a child when she lit a candle and her clothes caught alight. Shennel now tells her story in hope she can educate others on the importance of being safe around fire. #StopDropRoll

10.01.2022 From all of us here at the Werribee Fire Brigade wed like to wish the RCH a happy 150th Birthday today! An amazing milestone for an institution that is so close to the Brigades heart

09.01.2022 Earlier this afternoon, our firefighters and rescue operators responded to a rescue - possible persons trapped in vehicle on Wedge Street North, Werribee. A 23 year old man was lucky to escape serious injury after his Holden Commodore ute struck a power pole. Fortunately he was not trapped, he was treated by paramedics on scene and transported to hospital for observation. CFA (Country Fire Authority)

09.01.2022 Today, the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC released its seasonal outlook for December to February. Average to above average rainfall during spring, combined with an outlook of above average rainfall for much of Victoria, indicates we will experience a less severe bushfire season this summer but an increased risk of grass fire. Here’s what Victoria’s fire agencies say this means for fire risk.

09.01.2022 Earlier this evening our Pumper and Rescue appliances responded to a motor vehicle accident on Synnot Street in Werribee. Although it was a minor incident with no injuries, it did cause significant damage to the car and traffic lights. We urge all road users to drive to the conditions free from distraction during this wet weather. CFA (Country Fire Authority)

09.01.2022 Congratulations Mr Ken Heddle on 60 Years Service!

07.01.2022 If you live in Melbourne or Mitchell Shire, you must wear a face covering when leaving home. This will help protect you, your family and every single Victorian. For more information - and for instructions on how to make your own mask visit dhhs.vic.gov.au/clothmask

07.01.2022 To the Dads that are soon to be, the Dads that are near and dear and to the Dads that watch over us each and everyday. Happy Fathers Day!

07.01.2022 Its important to check the weather before burning off, not just the day of your burn but the days thereafter and to make sure your burn is properly extinguished. Yesterdays fire at Main Ridge is one of several that are crews have recently attended after windy conditions caused burn-offs to flare up several days and even weeks after the original burn-off. Make sure you always register your burn-off with ESTA, on 1800 668 511 ... Let your neighbours know you are burning off Ensure it is always supervised by an adult Ben Wain - Main Ridge Fire 7 September

06.01.2022 Today we mark one year since the start of the devastating bushfires which deeply affected Victorian communities across the state. On 21 November, 2019 the first ‘code red’ fire danger rating in almost a decade was declared in the Mallee and Northern Country, and dry lightning strikes in East Gippsland that started three fires which grew to a widespread bushfire disaster that burned for months. Today we reflect on the devastation and challenges that followed 21 November and the incredible support from all emergency services who came together to aid the communities impacted by the unprecedented fire season.

06.01.2022 Please be aware there is currently a planned burn taking place at the Werribee Zoo which is currently putting up a large amount of smoke in the nearby area

06.01.2022 Restrictions are in place to keep Victoria safe. Find updated advice: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-from-the-premier-/ #COVID19Vic

06.01.2022 Please take it easy on our roads & drive to the conditions!

05.01.2022 Everyone who is tested for coronavirus (COVID-19) helps us understand how the virus is spreading. Getting tested means that you can take informed action to protect yourself and your loved ones, and you will be doing your bit to protect all Victorians. Testing is available to: > People with the following symptoms, however mild: fever, chills or sweats, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, and loss of sense of smell or taste.... > People from the suburban testing priority suburbs including anyone without symptoms. > The test takes around a minute and involves a swab from the back of your throat and nose. > The test is free for everyone. You should bring at least one form of identification for example, your Medicare card, drivers licence or student ID. > If you have symptoms, you must return home immediately after the test and remain in self-isolation until you receive your test result. Find out where you can get tested here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested-coronavirus-covi

05.01.2022 Quick response to gas bottle fire Just before 7pm last night, Werribee Fire Brigade responded to a reported gas bottle on fire. 10 Firefighters responded 3 Appliances from Werribee who were supported by FRV Firefighters from Station 57 (Tarneit) and Station 58 (Point Cook). On arrival a 9kg BBQ gas bottle was alight inside a garage, 5 occupants had evacuated to the front lawn. Firefighters from Werribee quickly extinguished the flames, shut off the gas and removed the gas bot...tle from the shed within minutes of arrival. On further inspection of the gas bottle and the heater it was connected to, the crew found that the regulator was not properly secured which lead to gas leaking and causing the fire. It is a timely reminder to ensure all fittings and connections are checked before using gas bottles, this can be done by completing a thorough visual and physical inspection of all components of your gas bottle including the heater or BBQ they may be connected to. It is important not to use any damaged connections and replace them before use. Thankfully there were no injuries and little damage from this incident.

04.01.2022 The health advice remains that Stage 4 restrictions are not necessary at this stage. Stage 3 Stay at Home directions are in place for those who live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire. There are now only 4 reasons to leave home. 1. To shop for food or other essential items... 2. To provide care giving, for compassionate reasons or to seek medical treatment 3. To exercise or for recreation outdoors with 1 other person or people you live with 4. To work or study, if you cant do so from home All Victorians are being asked to stay safe and informed, and to follow the restrictions that apply to them. For more information about current restrictions visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorias-restriction-levels-co

04.01.2022 With new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Melbourne, new restrictions are now in place to keep Victoria safe. From 5pm tonight: . the number of people who can visit you in your home per day has been reduced to 15 from 30. Babies under the age of 12 months are not included in the cap.... . if you’re leaving home, wearing a mask inside is mandatory unless you’re eating or drinking. . avoid hugging and kissing. . practice good hand hygiene. . if you are sick, get tested and stay home. Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne. See more

04.01.2022 From 5pm tonight the following restrictions will be in place in Victoria: the limit of people gathering in the home will be reduced to 15 from 30. masks wil...l be mandatory indoors. If you are planning to leave your home take a mask and it needs to be worn anytime you’re inside apart from when you’re eating or drinking. We all need to be COVID Safe don’t go into the city unless you have a booking, wear a mask indoors, practice good hand hygiene and if you are sick stay at home. Anyone who has been in or visited the Blue Mountains or Wollongong regions from 27 December will have until 11.59pm tonight to enter Victoria.You must apply for a new travel permit through Service Victoria, get tested within 24 hours of returning to Victoria, and self-quarantine at home for 14 days from when you last left the region. Visit https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/new-years-eve-restrictio

04.01.2022 Are you heading out to a drive-through testing site? You only need one form of identification when getting a free test for #coronavirus, whether it be a drivers licence, Medicare card or student ID. Find all testing locations here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested-coronavirus-covi #COVID19Vic

03.01.2022 Today marks the start of 16 Days of Activism, a yearly campaign aiming to increase awareness of gender-based violence and discrimination. Hamish Fletcher is the Captain of Wirrate CFA, and says that to him, respect is speaking up in the face of poor or violent behaviour. As CFA volunteers we support each other by calling out danger on the fire ground. Speaking out against violent behaviour is no different.... Violent behaviour is perpetrated and supported through actions. It is also confronted and responded to through actions. The action we choose is up to us.

02.01.2022 They say a picture says a thousand words. The events that occurred on that day changed the world forever. At this time, take a moment to reflect on the event, the victims and all first responders who answered their final call. 9/11 ... #weremember

01.01.2022 Werribee Street Level Crossing Closure

01.01.2022 We've got this!