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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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More than 12 Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have managed to extinguish a large fire that broke out at a home on Crown Street, Junee just after 9am. Crews arrived on scene a short time later and found a single storey... Learn more about the House Fire at Junee.
Today is St Florians Day. St Florian is the Patron Saint of firefighters and we celebrate our dedicated firefighters, both past and present, for their contribution to our communities during their time of need. View on Twitter [external link]
Just before 5:00 pm today Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to reports of a car crash on the Great Western Highway, Pendle Hill On arrival, fire crews found a ute had crashed through a fence and rolled with a passenger... Learn more about the Motor Vehicle Accident at Pendle Hill.
As the cold weather sets in, please be aware of the hidden risks inside your home! If you are unsure if your home is up to scratch, book a Safety Visit with one of our crews via our website: View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters are currently on scene at an incident on Parramatta Road, Haberfield where a car has crashed into a building, trapping two occupants. Specialist rescue crews arrived on scene just after 3.30pm and found a... Learn more about the Car crash into building at Haberfield.
One of the most advanced training centres of its kind in the world. View on Twitter [external link]
More than 30 Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have managed to extinguish a large fire that broke out at a shop on Macquarie Street, Liverpool just after 5.30am this morning. On arrival, crews found one shop alight with a... Learn more about the Shop Fire at Liverpool.
Just after 1:30 pm today Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to reports of a building fire in Windsor Road, Northmead On arrival, crews found the Northmead Bowling Club had smoke issuing from a rear kitchen and continued to investigate Fire crews... Learn more about the Building Fire at Northmead.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has welcomed 208 new firefighters to its ranks of more than 6,800, at a graduation ceremony at the FRNSW Emergency Services Academy in Orchard Hills. .. Read more about Fire and Rescue NSW welcomes 208 new recruits.
Congratulations to our newest graduates! See you at stations across NSW! View on Twitter [external link]
Just after 11am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters from Walgett Fire Station responded to reports of a house fire on George Sands Way, Walgett. On arrival, crews found a two storey home well alight, with smoke and... Learn more about the House Fire at Walgett.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have rescued a truck driver who had crashed into powerlines on Nicholas Street, Lidcombe shortly before 9 am this morning. Upon arrival, crews found the truck had crashed into nearby powerlines which had fallen across... Learn more about the Truck crash at Lidcombe.
Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have attended a car crash on Childs Circuit, in Belrose just after 1.30pm this afternoon. Upon arrival firefighters found a vehicle had crashed into the side of a house and damaged a gas meter. No persons... Learn more about the Car crash at Belrose.
FRNSW currently responding to a large car fire on the M1 Northbound at Mt Ousley. Driver has safely evacuated however there is a large amount of smoke in the area. Please exercise caution driving through. View on Twitter [external link]
Our highest reaching vehicle with a working height of 45 metres has been handed over to our crew in Newcastle. A Bronto fire truck gives us the great advantage of tackling a fire from above. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @nswenviromedia: NPWS, @NSWRFS and @FRNSW crews continued a 760 hectares hazard reduction burn at Wattamolla last night after initial burn was reduced to lessen community impact over ANZAC weekend. The burn is expected continue over next few days. View on Twitter [external link]
A COVID case, an impaled gardener, a fuel spill, and numerous injured passengers. This is the drill scenario our crews were confronted with at a mock plane crash at Bankstown Airport. If you were ever skeptical that we are prepared for anything, this is the video for you. View on Twitter [external link]
Come and meet your local firefighters and learn about home fire safety at the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Open Day on Saturday, 15 May 2021. .. Read more about Come and meet your local firefighters on Open Day.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) are conducting a Hazard Reduction Burn at Bobbin Head Road, North Turramurra. The burn is scheduled for 8 hours, weather permitting. Hazard reduction burns are a major priority for the state’s fire authorities to assist... Learn more about the Hazard Reduction at North Turramurra .
Firefighters from Kempsey responded to and extinguished a house fire in a duplex building, on Austral St Kempsey on the Mid North Coast of NSW this morning. The fire, which broke out shortly before 9:00am, saw flames issuing from the rear... Learn more about the House Fire at Kempsey.
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Doreen McCulloch felt helpless in emergencies and wanted to be able to do more. Joining the nearly 5000 volunteers in @FRNSW's Community Fire Units, Doreen now has the training and information to help make her community more resilient. Find out more here: View on Twitter [external link]
It appears the local llamas were intrigued by the crew from Orange undertaking hydrant checks. Fortunately, they were not a-llama-ed. Alpaca our bags if we incorrectly identified the animal in question. Find out how you can help check hydrants: View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) was called to a pilates studio on the Pacific Highway, Lindfield, where a female had fallen off a pilates reformer and injured her ribs. FRNSW received the call at 12.35pm, and due to the narrowness of... Learn more about the Ladder Platform Rescue at Lindfield.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) mobilised around 20 firefighting crews to respond to a large factory fire on Wiggs Road, Riverwood, this morning. FRNSW received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls from 10:07am reporting a large plume of smoke coming from the... Learn more about the Factory Fire at Riverwood.
If there's a will - there's a way. Our firefighters were sent in the wrong direction after the street signs between Geraldton to Tardun were spun the wrong way after Cyclone Serjoa. We made it in the end! View on Twitter [external link]
We are proud to assist Veterans in finding new purpose after serving our country. Our Veteran recruitment program aims to help veterans find purpose in protecting their community. For more info visit: View on Twitter [external link]
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Today we acknowledge all Service men and women, including firefighters, who have served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. #LestWeForget #AnzacDay2021 View on Twitter [external link]
ANZAC DAY | Firefighters from Darlinghurst Fire Station paid their respects to past and serving service men and women. #LightUpTheDawn View on Twitter [external link]
Just after 9:00 am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to a building collapse with people trapped on Gecko Street, Marsden Park. On arrival, crews found a significant structural collapse on a building site with one male injured and... Learn more about the Rescue Incident at Marsden Park.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) are currently on scene at a unit fire on level three in a unit block on Walker Street, Waterloo which was first reported just after 8:30am. Over 20 firefighters are responding to assist contain the blaze... Learn more about the Unit Fire at Waterloo.
Further Information
- For flood information and warnings, visit the NSW State Emergency Service website [external link].
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- During major incidents look and listen for information on TV, radio, the internet, mobile phones and neighbours.
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