NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Beaches District Communications Brigade

Northern Beaches Communications AGM 2024 Brigade Photo

Thanks to the District Staff, Group Officers, Life Members, invited guests and brigade members who attended our AGM on Saturday

This evening our Captain Marisa was recognised for her contribution to the RFS and local Mackellar community by our Federal Member Dr Sophie Scamps MP.

Congratulations Marisa on your recognition and commitment to the RFS

Today saw the commencement of the Official Bush Fire Danger Period. Crews were out and about in our District and were busy with a number of small incidents. Thankfully all were managed by attending crews and were safely extinguished.

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Sunday 1 October, for the Greater Sydney, Greater Hunter, Far South Coast, Central Ranges, Monaro Alpine, Southern Ranges, Northern Slopes, Upper Central West Plains, and North Western areas. With hot, dry and windy conditions, high and extreme fire danger is forecast for most of the state.

Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Be ready to act. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Wednesday 20 September, for the Greater Sydney Region, Greater Hunter and Upper Central West Plains. Hot and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. Extreme fire danger is forecast for the Greater Sydney Region and Greater Hunter area.

Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Be ready to act. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Tuesday 19 September, for the Greater Sydney Region and Far South Coast area. Hot and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens.

Be ready to act. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

🔥GET READY WEEKEND🚒
Northern Beaches Comms are out & about today supporting some of our brigades with their Open Days.

Find us at:
NSW RFS - Terrey Hills Brigade with Warringah / Pittwater Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade at Cnr Booralie Rd & Yulong Ave, Terrey Hills until 3pm

AND

Belrose Rural Fire Brigade 207A Forest Way, Belrose until 2pm

Come on down and say hello!

A large hazard reduction burn is programmed for the coming days in the Ku-ring-gai National Park north of Terrey Hills.

The 387ha burn will be conducted by the National Parks and Wildlife Service with the assitance on RFS firefighters.

Traffic along General San Martin Drive will be affected.

Smoke from the burn is expected to settle across the Northern Beaches over the coming days.

Here are some tips to stay safe during hazard reduction burning.
- Monitor the NSW RFS hazard reduction page for information about planned burns and smoke advisories in your area.
- Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke from entering your home.
- Remove washing from clotheslines.
- Ensure pets have a protected area.
- If you’re driving through a smoky area, slow down, keep your windows up and turn your headlights on.
- Don’t call Triple Zero just to report that it’s smokey. Save Triple Zero for emergencies.

Smoke from a hazard reduction burn at Quarry Rd in Dural is currently blowing across the Beaches.

Just a reminder to only call Triple Zero (000) is you see an unattended fire not just because you can smell smoke.

Southerly winds tomorrow and possible showers will clear any residual smoke.

An update on the fire out at Coasters Retreat

Northern Beaches Communications AGM 2023 Brigade Photo pictured with our Group Officer Liaison Chris

Thanks to the District Staff, Group Officers, Life Members, invited guests and brigade members who attended our AGM on Saturday

Congratulations to Jo & Sue who received the Captain's Award at our AGM yesterday.

Both Jo & Sue were recognised for their consistently significant contributions to the brigade.

Yesterday the Brigade held our 2023 Annual General Meeting. Congratulations to Marisa on re-election as Captain, Jodi on re-election as President, and Jamie on election as Senior Deputy Captain.

We would like to acknowledge all of our position holders for the 2022-23 brigade year, with a special shout-out to Sue J who is standing down after 30 years of service as an Officer with the brigade.

Congratulations to all elected in their various positions yesterday. We look forward to working with this great team in the new brigade year.

UPDATE: Unfortunately due to some early morning rain this burn needed to be postponed. Firefighters will try to undertake the burn once more favourable conditions return.

Firefighters will be looking to take advantage of favourable weather this week to conduct a large hazard reduction burn in the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park.

Firefighters from the NPWS and NSWRFS will begin the 380ha burn on Thursday with the operation expected to continue until Saturday. It will extend along General San Martin Drive between Akuna Bay and Mccarrs Creek Rd

Light north westerly winds are forecast on Thursday which will likely push the smoke east towards the coast. Overnight smoke may be trapped at lower levels before clearing across the day.

Rain is forecast from Sunday through the early part of next week. This may see futher burns postponed.

Hazard reduction burns are undertaken to remove ‘fuel’ (leaves and twigs) from the forest floor. They help reduce the intensity of a bush fire if one was to occur.

We thank the community for their understanding as fire agencies look to catch up on this important work after two very wet years.

While we will be doing all we can to prepare for the next fire season, homeowners should also consider their level of preparedness.

It’s on all of us to Live Bush Fire Ready.

For a full list of burns programmed for the coming days visit: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/hazard-reductions

This morning members of the Brigade attended the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Peace Park, Oxford Falls hosted by Beacon Hill Rural Fire Brigade.

They shall grow not old,
as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.

We will remember them.

Lest We Forget

Are you ready to make a difference to your community?

The Northern Beaches Communications Brigade is currently recruiting.

The brigade will be holding an Information Night on Tuesday 28th March from 7:30PM. This will be the perfect opportunity to learn about the brigade and to take a look at our Control Room.

The Information Night will be held at the Northern Beaches Fire Control Centre, Gate 4 Thompson Drive, Terrey Hills.

Register now: https://forms.office.com/r/Kau99hMmsJ

For more information, contact our Recruitment Team via email [email protected] or send us a message on Facebook.

While our firefighters and fire trucks are responding to incidents, our communication brigades are playing a vital role behind-the-scenes. Working in their local Fire Control Centres, these members operate the radio and computer aided dispatch system, supporting the firefighters on the ground.

If you've ever considered joining the NSW RFS, don't forget we have several support roles including communications, catering and support brigades. For more information visit the website here: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

📣Terrey Hills Station Open Day Happening Now! 📣

The station is open, we’re all set up and the bbq is on!

Come on down & say hello! 🔥🚒

NSW RFS - Terrey Hills Brigade

📣 Tomorrow!!
Come & see some of our team and our Operational Command Vehicle (OCV) tomorrow when we join NSW RFS - Terrey Hills Brigade at their open day.

Rain, hail or shine! ☔️

🗓 Remeber - this Saturday is at NSW RFS - Terrey Hills Brigade 10am - 4pm!

Come and join us for some great advice, fun and activities for the kids too!👇

Missed us today at the Open Day?

Catch us next weekend when we join NSW RFS - Terrey Hills Brigade for their Open Day. The team and OCV will be there!

📣 Please note - for the Terrey Hills community is next Saturday, 24th of September 2022 at Terrey Hills Rural Fire station.

Details below, we look forward to seeing you there!

We’re here at Warringah / Pittwater Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade for Get Ready Weekend!

Live fire demos are starting soon! 🔥🔥🔥

Come on down to 1A Kamber Rd, Terrey Hills to say hello, see the trucks, the OCV and learn about the new Australian Fire Danger Rating System.

We look forward to seeing you today!

There's just over 1 week to go until our Get Ready Weekend event with Warringah / Pittwater Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade!

Join us on Saturday 17th September 2022 to learn about the new Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) and what it means for you, and ask our members how to prepare yourself and your property for bushfire.

Come and see our Operational Command Vehicle (OCV), meet some of our team, and watch live fire demonstrations put on by the members of HQ. There will also be a range of fire appliances on display. 🔥🚒

This is a free and family friendly event 😀

Event details:
Location: 1A Kamber Rd, Terrey Hills NSW 2084
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM

There's just over 1 week to go until our Get Ready Weekend event with Warringah / Pittwater Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade!

Join us on Saturday 17th September 2022 to learn about the new Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) and what it means for you, and ask our members how to prepare yourself and your property for bushfire.

Come and see our Operational Command Vehicle (OCV), meet some of our team, and watch live fire demonstrations put on by the members of HQ. There will also be a range of fire appliances on display. 🔥🚒

This is a free and family friendly event 😀

Event details:
Location: 1A Kamber Rd, Terrey Hills NSW 2084
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM

Today we reflect on the remarkable life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

“My whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service.”

Thank you, Ma’am. Rest In Peace.

1926-2022