Woodburn RFS Brigade in Woodburn, New South Wales | Non-profit organisation

Woodburn RFS Brigade

Locality: Woodburn, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6663 0000

Address: Pacific Highway 2472 Woodburn, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Tomorrow the 28th of November ,With Temperatures reaching into the mid 30’s and winds from the NNW at 15 to 25 kms the fire danger warning has been raised to very high, all fire permits have been suspended. Thank you have a safe day and keep cool.

24.01.2022 Due to warm, dry and windy conditions the first total fire ban will be in place for the 2020/21 fire season. Very high fire danger is forecast for north east NS...W on Fri 25 September, with a total fire ban to be in force for the Far North Coast. Check and review your bush fire survival plan. See more

24.01.2022 A quick word from our friends at the SES ahead of what could be a wild afternoon of storms.

23.01.2022 The fire rating for tomorrow the 18/10/2020 has been raised to Very Hi. With the temperature expected to reach the early 30’s and the chance of some winds throughout the day. Due to this weather all fire permits are suspended for 24hrs from midnight tonight, thankyou and have a safe day.

23.01.2022 Last night was Woodburn Brigades presentation for members to receive the Premiers Citation for their efforts during the 2019/2020 Bushfires. Woodburn members were on the front line for many months working to protect their local community. Congratulations Woodburn Brigade.

22.01.2022 How fireproof is your plan?

21.01.2022 For tomorrow the 29th of November A total fire ban will be in place from midnight tonight, with the temperature likely to hit the the low 40’s with low humidity and winds from the NNW at 15 to 20kms all this adds up to a very high fire danger. Permits remain suspended.

20.01.2022 Today our new crew Members attended the Casino fire control centre for there BF assessment welcome to the team. Wyrallah and West Coraki brigades also had a number of new members attend the BF assessment, all of the new members are now qualified to attend callouts.

19.01.2022 A TOTAL FIRE BAN has been declared for the Far North Coast Region from 00:00:00 25th Sept. (Midnight tonight) to 23:59:00 25th Sept. (Midnight tomorrow night)

19.01.2022 The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) will commence tomorrow (1 September 2020) in 21 local government areas. This means land owners and land managers in these are...as must now obtain a free Fire Permit from their local fire authority before lighting any fires, including hazard reduction burns. Even if you’ve been using fire for many years, safe burning is your responsibility. Contact your local Fire Control Centre to obtain your free Fire Permit and follow its conditions. Heavy fines apply for the unsafe use of fire or if your fire escapes. Don’t be the fire risk to your community. Use fire safely. For further information about the BFDP and Fire Permits, go to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP

15.01.2022 Tomorrow has been forecast as very high fire danger. New South Wales Rural fire service wishes to advise that all fire permits are suspended for 24 hours from Midnight tonight, thankyou and have a safe day.

14.01.2022 Things we need to stop saying to men: - Man up - Boys don’t cry - Men and boys don’t need help ... This year’s International Men’s Day theme is about better health for men and boys. Today on IMD 2020 we say thanks to the fathers, husbands, brothers and sons across our AFP. Look after yourselves and thank you for all that you do.

14.01.2022 Sunday 6 December 2020 is a day of Very High Fire Danger in which all Permits to Burn are suspended. No fires are permitted in the open, all active fires need to be extinguished before 0000hrs 5 December. Please ensure any Fire without a fire brigade in attendance is reported to 000.

14.01.2022 Hot weather is coming. With increased growth, there's an increased risk of grass fires this season. Know what to do to get ready. Check www.myfireplan.com.au for tips on how to keep your family and property safe.

14.01.2022 ***Reminder*** The Bush Fire Danger Period is now in place for the Northern Rivers Zone as of September 1st 2020. Permits are now required for the lighting of f...ires in the open and can be obtained simply by conducting your local Rural Fire Brigade. If your not sure who to contact in the Northern Rivers you can contact the Fire Control Centre during business hours on 02 6663 0000.

13.01.2022 Last night Woodburn and Wardell brigades were called to assist Fire and Rescue NSW with a structure fire at the Broadwater sugar mill when crews arrived on scene the fire was well established and the structures automated fire system had activated. Crews quickly formulated a plan and once power was isolated moved in and with the assistance of breathing apparatus and extinguished the remainder of the hot spots. A mop up operation continued on into the early hours of this morning and once the structure was declared safe crews returned to station.

13.01.2022 #Ingleside #NSWRFS volunteers responded this afternoon to a houseboat fire on #Pittwater, the West side of #PalmBeach. Our brigade was sent for Breathing Appara...tus support of the #RFS boats of Scotland Island Rural Fire Brigade & WestPittwater Rural Fire Brigade. The boat was mostly destroyed by fire with police investigating. 3 Fire & Rescue NSW Pumpers also supported the operation. See more

13.01.2022 A Total fire ban will be in effect from midnight tonight 22/11/20. All fire permits remain suspended for a further 24hrs till midnight Monday the 23/11/20.

13.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast heat wave conditions to affect much of NSW until at least next Tuesday. This will increase the fire risk across much of state with Very High and Severe fire danger likely on the weekend. Plan and prepare now.

13.01.2022 The Very high fire danger period has been extended. Fire permit are now suspended till midnight Saturday 26th of September.

11.01.2022 Tomorrow the 22/11/2020 is forecast as a Very High fire danger rating, all fire permits are suspended for 24hrs from midnight tonight. Thank you and have a safe day.

09.01.2022 Total Fire Ban for the Northern Rivers on Sunday 29th November. Please share with Family and friends. Temperatures in our region could exceed 40 degrees.

09.01.2022 So Santa came early this year to Woodburn with the delivery of Raelene’s new Cat 9. This will replace our older cat 9 Land cruiser which will be retasked to another brigade for a well earned rest after a very active fire season in 2019/2020 season and many years of service prior.

09.01.2022 Just a reminder today is get ready day, The Woodburn Brigade will be in Riverside park Woodburn today from 9am till midday. Come on down and say hi and pick up some information that could help you in the event of a fire that could affect you our your property.

08.01.2022 This weekend Woodburn RFS will be holding our get ready information morning for the upcoming fire season at Riverside park Woodburn. We will be in the park Saturday morning between 9am and midday come on down and say hello, bring the kids down to check out two of our fire trucks that will be on display. Also pick up some important information that may help you out in the event of a fire near you or your property this fire season, hope to see you there.

08.01.2022 Evans Head Hazard Reduction on Saturday 29 August 2020.

07.01.2022 The fire rating for tomorrow the 5th of November has been Raised to very high all fire permits are suspended for 24hrs from midnight tonight, thank you and have a safe day.

07.01.2022 Total fire ban is now in force for the Far North Coast. This includes Ballina, Byron, Kyogle, Lismore, Tweed, Richmond and Clarence Valleys Llocal government ar...eas. Very High fire danger is forecast for the area today and over coming days. Fire dangers in the states north are expected to ease on Sunday. See more

06.01.2022 Forecast increasing temperatures and winds will elevate fire danger across the weekend and through to Tuesday, particularly in the northeast of the state on Mon...day. Very High Fire danger is forecast for the Far North Coast, New England and North Western tomorrow. Monday will see the potential for Very High fire danger from the Central West and Sydney through to the North and Far North Coast and North Western areas. Know the fire danger where you are and discuss your bush fire survival plan. Know what you and your household will do if threatened by fire. For more information visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

05.01.2022 I was honoured to present two commendations last night to Deputy Captain Raelene Davis and daughter Chantelle Davis of the Woodburn Brigade on behalf of the Nat...ional President, Australian Institute of Emergency Services who recognised both Raelene and Chantelle for their efforts in defending and saving residences in Rappville on the 8 October 2019. The story they told to the Prime Minister of the day the fire impacted the town during his visit, hit home with many people including AIES National President Mr. Stephen Jenkins who was also attending as part of a task force of fire fighters from Mid North Coast. This prompted the nomination for this important award. On behalf of us all Congratulations to you both for what you did and continue to do. See more

04.01.2022 The Fire weather Rating for Tomorrow the 14th of November has been set to VERY HIGH. With temperatures expected to be in the mid to high Thirty’s, all fire permits are suspended from midnight tonight for 24hrs. Thank you and have a safe day.

04.01.2022 Busy times again for Northern Rivers RFS Brigades. Fires at Peacock Creek and Roseberry Creek have been challenging but remain contained although Brigades conti...nue to assist landowners to protect assets with the fire perimeters. New fires today include a fire off Mothersoles Rd at Ellangowan that crews have now got around and have contained. Another fire South West of Woodburn believed to have been caused by a lightning strike last Friday has been worked on today by Woodburn Brigade assisted by a helicopter in a very swampy area. Crews from RFS and National Parks will continue to mop up this fire tomorrow ahead of challenging conditions expected this coming weekend. There is no threat to property at this time.

03.01.2022 Hazard Reduction at Doonbah this Sunday 30th August 2020.

01.01.2022 ***Total Fire Ban - Monday 23rd November*** Severe fire danger if forecast for the Far North Coast Fire Area which includes all of the Northern Rivers area. Fire Permits are suspended.