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Wollert Fire Brigade

Locality: Wollert, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9408 1513

Address: 523 Epping Road 3750 Wollert, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.wollertcfa.com.au

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25.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS ** Updated 20:30 30/11/2020 ** Covering the South West and parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East, West and South Gippsland and Wimmera Forecast Districts.... Damaging winds possible Tuesday Weather Situation: A strong cold front will cross Victoria during Tuesday DAMAGING NORTHERlY WINDS, averaging 40 to 60 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are likely to develop along the western and central ranges later Tuesday morning including the Dandenongs. These stronger winds are also possible into parts of the northern metropolitan area during the late morning and early afternoon. DAMAGING NORTHERLY WINDS, averaging 40 to 70 km/h with peak gusts to 100 km/h are likely to develop over the eastern ranges, generally above 1000 metres during Tuesday afternoon. DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS, averaging 40 to 60 km/h with peak gusts to 90 km/h are possible in western Victoria, and likely near the coast following the cold front, with peak gusts to 100km/h possible along the coastal fringe. Northerly winds across central and eastern Victoria easing with the passage of the front in the afternoon and evening. Damaging westerly winds becoming confined to the coastal fringe during Tuesday evening, and expected to ease below warning threshold early Wednesday morning. Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Warrnambool, Portland, Kyneton, Ballarat and Wonthaggi. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. Stay indoors and away from windows. If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

24.01.2022 Our cyclists and motorcyclists are our most vulnerable road users. Share the roads and give them the space they need.... #NRSW #NationalRoadSafetyWeek2020 #RoadSafety #WollertFireBrigade #TowardsZero #ShareTheRoad #CyclistSafety #MotorCyclistSafety #GiveThemSpace #YellowRideDay

23.01.2022 ** Update spill has now been cleared and Bridge Inn Road has been reopened to traffic ** Bridge Inn Road closed Bridge Inn Road is currently closed between Epping Road and... Bindts Road due a spill from a garbage truck. With Bindts Road also currently closed for road works please avoid the area and consider either Donnybrook Road or Findon Road as alternative routes. It will take a number of hours to clean up the spill and make the road surface safe again for traffic again so please be patient and allow extra travel time.

18.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL Covering the Central, West and South Gippsland and parts of East Gippsland, South West, North Central and North East Forecast Districts. Weather Situation:... A trough over western Victoria will continue moving slowly east throughout Monday, clearing central districts around midday and eastern Victoria this afternoon. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is currently falling across central and western parts of the warning area. Heavy rainfall is moving eastward, expected to ease around the Melbourne area around midday while extending to eastern parts of the warning area this morning. Locations which may be affected include Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne, Traralgon, Moe and Bairnsdale. In the hour to 6am, Moorabbin recorded 27mm of rain. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. Stay indoors and away from windows. If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

16.01.2022 After what seemed an eternity in lock down collectively battling the COVID-19 crisis we have now seen 20 straight days of double donut figures (cases and deaths). Restrictions are easing, businesses are opening up, Victoria is whole again and the borders are stating to open. We have all done an incredible job so far so hang in there, follow the path and we will definitely make it out the other side into the sunshine.... Video: Curry Brothers #HereComesTheSun #WellDoneMelbourne

15.01.2022 Today is White Ribbon Day but everyday needs to be about taking action against gendered violence. Together, we really can end men’s violence against women in our communities and in our workplaces. It all starts with us turning awareness into sustained, collaborative action which needs to start now.... Will you stand up, speak out and act to prevent men’s violence against women? For more information visit https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/ #WhiteRibbonDay #endgenderedviolence

12.01.2022 With the restrictions easing and the weather warming up many of you are probably taking to the roads to enjoy a weekend away. Kerry-Anne shares her story of when she tragically lost both her husband and young daughter who never had the chance to attend her first day of school while on a 3 day weekend road trip away to Wilson's Promontory Road trauma can tragically involve loss of life or changing lives forever with a story left unfinished.... To read Kerry-Anne’s full story and others visit http://www.tac.vic.gov.au/road-safety/leftunfinished/ Video: TAC #RoadSafety #WollertFireBrigade #LeftUnfinished

10.01.2022 The greatest gift you can give your loved ones is to arrive home safe. #NRSW #NationalRoadSafetyWeek2020 #RoadSafety... #WollertFireBrigade #TowardsZero #MakeItHome See more

09.01.2022 Have you completed the recommended monthly test of your smoke alarms by pushing the test button to make sure they beep? Just 2 minutes invested regularly will help make sure your family has the best chance of escape if a fire was to occur in your home. REMEMBER: Only working smoke alarms save lives and every second counts.... #FireSafety #SmokeAlarms #WollertFireBrigade #EverySecondCounts #OnlyWorkingSmokeAlarmsSaveLives #Just2Minutes

09.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL Covering parts of Central, Mallee, South West and North Central Forecast Districts. DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL POSSIBLE WITH THUNDERSTORMS... Weather Situation: Thunderstorms are developing in a hot and unstable air mass over Victoria as a trough deepens over the west. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds over the next several hours in parts of the Mallee district. Locations which may be affected include Mildura, Swan Hill and Robinvale. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Central, South West and North Central districts. Locations which may be affected include Kyneton, Ballarat, Daylesford and Bacchus Marsh. The strongest wind gusts recorded today have been: - 89 km/h at Yarrawonga 1:06pm - 87 km/h at Rutherglen 1:44pm - 78 km/h at Albury Airport at 2:22pm Casterton recorded 10 mm of rainfall in 9 minutes around 3pm and Hamilton recorded 9.4 mm in 6 minutes around 4pm. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. Stay indoors and away from windows. If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

07.01.2022 Do you know your summer fire risk? Are you prepared if a fire was to occur? Would you know what action to take if a grass fire was to occur near you?... If you answered no to any of the above questions join us for a 1-hour online Fire Safety Essentials Zoom session on Monday the 14th of December at 7:30pm that will help you understand and prepare for fire this summer. To attend you must register in advance by using the link in the below event.

03.01.2022 Sadly yesterday morning supported by Epping Fire Brigade, Fire Rescue Victoria Station 81 (South Morang), Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria we attended a single vehicle motor accident on Bindts Road Wollert where a young man tragically lost his life. This tragic accident happened on the final day of National Road Safety Week so we implore everyone on the roads to please slow down and always drive to the conditions. There’s no one that somebody won’t miss.... Victoria Police are investigating the accident and ask anyone who witnessed it, or who may have dash cam footage to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Video: Queensland Police

02.01.2022 Today turn your headlights on to shine a light on road safety and protect your mates so everyone gets home safe. #NRSW #NationalRoadSafetyWeek2020 #RoadSafety... #WollertFireBrigade #TowardsZero #SHINEaLIGHTonROADSAFETY #HeadLightsOn See more