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We responded to 125,583 incidents in 2021-22. The incidents displayed below are note-worthy incidents that have been published as media releases or tweets. Details about incidents may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
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Last month we completed over 12,700 Safety Visits and installed more than 3,500 smoke alarms. With more of us spending an increased time at home, there is still lots you can do to help us, help you to stay out of harm this winter. Watch below, or visit View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the public to be mindful of using dryers following a fire at a commercial laundry on Currawong Street, Young this afternoon. FRNSW arrived on scene to find the commercial laundry smoke-logged. Around ten... Learn more about the Dryer Fire at Young.
TUGGERAH | #FRNSW HAZMAT is on scene investigating a gas leak at Mildon Road. Crews have evacuated 50 people from the building and the incident is ongoing. View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) HAZMAT specialists are currently working to prevent a potential spillage from a sinking boat in Wollongong Harbour. There is currently no oil or fuel leaking from the vessel. FRNSW has deployed booms around the boat and will... Learn more about the Sinking Boat at Wollongong.
Just before 8 pm last night, Fire and Rescue NSW received numerous calls to a shopfront fire within the QVB Building on York St, Sydney. Firefighters arrived within four minutes of the initial call and found a shop on fire. Shortly... Learn more about the QVB Shop Fire at Sydney CBD.
NORTH PARRAMATTA | Multiple #FRNSW crews have assisted two children following a fire in a single level home on Brickfield St. @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice are in attendance. View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is currently attending at a unit fire at Johanson Crescent, Mangerton. FRNSW arrived on scene to find a heavily smoke logged unit and quickly ensured neighbouring residents were evacuated. Firefighters have contained the fire to the... Learn more about the Unit Fire at Mangerton.
Just after 1.00pm, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to reports of a gas leak on Hovell St, Cootamundra. FRNSW arrived to find a 300kg gas cylinder leaking through a crack in the top valve. Firefighters and gas company employees dispersed... Learn more about the Gas Leak at Cootamundra.
Stay out of harm this winter and never leave cooking unattended. If a fire in your kitchen becomes unmanageable - get out, stay out and call Triple Zero (000). For tips on keeping your home safe from fire, visit #StayOutOfHarm #ProtectTheIrreplaceable View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) fought for nearly three hours to control a house fire on Anne Street, Moree this morning. Crews from Moree, with support from the NSW Rural Fire Service, arrived on scene to find the single level house... Learn more about the House Fire at Moree.
Just before 11:00 am today, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls of a house fire with smoke and flames issuing from the roof at Bromly Grove, Parklea. More than 20 firefighters battled the blaze for over... Learn more about the House Fire at Parklea.
CRONULLA | #FRNSW crews have extinguished a car fire in an underground car park at Gerrale Street. The car is currently being removed. View on Twitter [external link]
WOLLONGONG| Just before 8:00am this morning, #FRNSW were called to a boat taking on water. There is no one on board. HAZMAT crews are also on scene. View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) extinguished a house fire at Gobolion Street, Wellington, today. Just after 12:30pm, FRNSW received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls of black smoke coming out of a garage roof. Crews from Wellington and Dubbo arrived on scene... Learn more about the House Fire at Wellington.
GLEN INNES | A home on Bradleys Lane has been totally destroyed by fire. #FRNSW crews were called at 6:31am and found the house fully involved in fire. Investigations into the cause are ongoing. View on Twitter [external link]
KOGARAH | #FRNSW crews were called to a unit fire on Station St. All residents have been accounted for following multiple evacs. Fire is contained to the unit however is significantly damaged. View on Twitter [external link]
WEST RYDE | #FRNSW crews are working to extinguish a fire in the carpark of a large building on Anthony Rd. Multiple people evacuating. @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice in attendance. View on Twitter [external link]
SYDNEY CBD | Over 30 #FRNSW firefighters from across Sydney have responded to a fire on level 6 of a building on Goulburn St. Approximately 12 ppl evac. The fire has been contained and crews are now being released. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @MoF_Sydney: #FlashbackFridayIt was 100 years ago last Sunday (11 July 1921) that the station pictured here was permanently closed. Do you recognise the station?We will share the answer on Monday! @FRNSW #Morethanfire #MuseumofFire #Museum #Preparedforanything #History #Heritage View on Twitter [external link]
Just before 7:30 pm last night, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) were responded to a domestic garage fire. Upon arrival, firefighters were confronted with large volumes of toxic smoke and residents attempting to extinguish the fire. FRNSW and NSW Police worked... Learn more about the Race Car Workshop Fire at Chester Hill.
Stay safe View on Twitter [external link]
Stay out of harm this winter and make sure you have a working smoke alarm. An alarm without a battery is like chips without chicken salt. Test your alarm today. For tips and advice visit #StayOutOfHarm #ProtectTheIrreplaceable View on Twitter [external link]
WALLSEND | #FRNSW are on the scene of a large fire in an abandoned building on Council St. Multiple crews in attendance. Update to follow. View on Twitter [external link]
A great example of @what3words helping us, @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice locate someone who was trapped in a 20 metre vertical cave entrance! Download the @EmergencyPlus app today: View on Twitter [external link]
ROSEBERY| #FRNSW is on scene where a tree has fallen and brought wires down at Dunning Avenue. View on Twitter [external link]
ROSEBERRY| #FRNSW is on scene where a tree has fallen and brought wires down at Dunning Avenue. View on Twitter [external link]
Just before 12:30pm today, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews responded to a granny flat fire on Broad Street at Bass Hill. Firefighters extinguished the fire that originated from a fireplace and contained the fire spread in the ceiling. ... Learn more about the Fireplace Fire at Bass Hill .
A great team effort to help this 13 year old make it back to safety! View on Twitter [external link]
Our recent IFARES participants share how rewarding and challenging the recent program has been. View on Twitter [external link]
Just after 4:45am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews arrived at a house fully engulfed in flames on Dent Place, Shalvey. The single level home was destroyed and firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the fire and protect neighboring properties... Learn more about the House Fire at Shalvey .
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