New Fire and Rescue tanker to protect south coast - Kiama
Published: 14 Mar 2024 09:43am
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has deployed a new firefighting tanker at Kiama, boosting protection measures for the state’s south coast.
Valued at $450,000, the Isuzu Category One tanker is the latest of 34 new tankers funded by the NSW Government after the devastating 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires.
The Isuzu is a multi-purpose, off-road-capable tanker that can carry more water than typical urban fire engines.
The four-wheel drive also incorporates a new ‘Halo’ cabin protection spray system to protect its crew in flash-over situations.
“Whether it’s a structural blaze on the Kiama coastline or a bushfire in rugged terrain further inland, this tanker is ready to protect the irreplaceable,” FRNSW’s Kiama Captain, Rhys Dawson, said.
“Our crew is excited about the latest addition to the south coast fleet,” Captain Dawson added.
Emergency Services Minister, Jihad Dib, said the multi-purpose tanker has been funded as a result of the Bushfire Inquiry recommendations, as part of more than $460 million invested in new and upgraded firefighting equipment, technology and trucks across NSW.
“The NSW Government is committed to investing in the best resources to help firefighters be prepared for anything, and this tanker is a great addition for the Kiama community.” Minister Dib said.
Updated: 14 Mar 2024 09:48am
Details about this incident may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
For all life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000)
For flood information, warnings or requests for non-life threatening assistance, call the SES on 132 500 or visit the NSW State Emergency Service website here. [external link].
For information directly relating to bushfires please call the Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737 or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service Website here. [external link]
Stations nearby
210 Terralong Street, Kiama NSW 2533
Wattle Road, Shellharbour NSW 2529
3 Russell Street, Albion Park NSW 2527