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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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Just before 1am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to a house fire on Kendall Street in Parkes, in the state's Central West. Arriving crews from Parkes and Forbes were confronted with a house fully involved in fire, with... Learn more about the House Fire at Parkes.
Just before 6 pm last night, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to reports of a house alight in Walker Crescent in Emu Plains. On route to the address, Cranebrook Fire Station reported a significant amount... Learn more about the House Fire at Emu Plains.
Just before 9 am today, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received a request to assist with the search and rescue of an injured bike rider. Following an extensive search, which included members of the public remaining in contact with Triple Zero... Learn more about the Injured bike rider rescued by boat at Glenrock State Conservation Area (Merewether).
RT @FRNSW_RS3: More great work by @FRNSW Strike Team Lima at #TareeTheir outstanding work continues to make a positive difference to the community #FRNSW View on Twitter [external link]
Just before midnight last night, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews were called to reports of a person trapped in a garage that was on fire on Narcissus Avenue. Firefighters from Blacktown Fire Station arrived to find a garage fully involved... Learn more about the Garage Destroyed by Fire at Quakers Hill.
DEE WHY | Over 25 #FRNSW firefighters are working to contain and extinguish a building fire on Fischer Rd. The building is reported to be abandoned. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are in attendance also. View on Twitter [external link]
Today our Strike Team Leader, Insp. Phil Eberle met Georgina Fairbrother. Georgina lost everything when her home was flooded. The crew got busy and helped sort through the damage and salvage what they could. View on Twitter [external link]
The overflow of septic tanks has triggered the partial evacuation of the township of Grassy Head. Following the identification of the bio-hazard, firefighters worked with NSW Police to evacuate 32 residents. Occupants were required to leave their homes in gumboots provided by... Learn more about the Bio-hazard triggers mass evacuation of township at Stuarts Point (Near South West Rocks).
RT @NSW_EPA: If you require advice or would like to know more about the NSW Storm and Flood Clean up program please visit: Flood and storm impacted people and businesses can access support by calling Service NSW on 13 77 88 or visiting View on Twitter [external link]
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Cleaning up is dirty work. We’ve dispatched 420 pairs of gumboots, 4000 disposable coveralls, 420 pairs of chemical gloves, 1000 contaminated item bags, 2000 cable ties and 70 hygiene kits to help keep our firefighters safe during the huge recovery operation on Mid North Coast. View on Twitter [external link]
Our drones are uniquely useful pieces of tech, helping us map out safe and unsafe areas. Drones were used to check on a man who hadn't been heard from in a few days. We tried to map out a safe route to his home but when we couldn't find one, we decided to chopper in meds and food View on Twitter [external link]
When we arrived at Claires house it was obvious the situation was all just a bit too much. #FRNSW Firefighter Jennie Mowbray tasked her team to move damaged furniture, hose out the mud and tidy up in general. Were so happy we could help you Claire! View on Twitter [external link]
It's been a mammoth few days for the NSW community, and for our people. Just as we were there to help during the flood events, our crews will be there to help these communities recover.Commissioner @PaulBaxterFRNSW gives an overview of the past few days. View on Twitter [external link]
PROSPECT | #FRNSW rescue crews are responding to reports of a two vehicle crash involving a van and a small truck on the M4 Motorway. The driver of the van is trapped. City bound traffic is severely impacted from the Prospect Highway. View on Twitter [external link]
Three people were lucky to be alive after they were rescued by Fire and Rescue NSW from a large sinkhole that opened up beneath them as they were standing near the Mehi River in Moree yesterday. Firefighters from Narrabri Fire Station... Learn more about the Three people rescued from sinkhole at Moree.
RT @FRNSW_RS3: @FRNSW attending truck fire #HumeFwy #AlburyPrime mover alightNo reported injuries #FRNSW View on Twitter [external link]
WYONG | #FRNSW firefighters are working to make a 100L diesel spill safe on the M1. The spill is behind the northbound service station. View on Twitter [external link]
At least one dozen Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have extinguished a blaze in a domestic garage this afternoon on Patterson Road, Lalor Park. The fire broke out at 4:45pm with crews from Seven Hills, Baulkham Hills, Schofields and Huntingwood... Learn more about the Garage Fire at Lalor Park.
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Just as we were there for our communities during the floods, our @FRNSW firefighters, the @NSWSES and our other emergency services colleagues will be there to help them get back on their feet during the long road to recovery. @GladysB View on Twitter [external link]
Rise and shine! With the sun out, our crews will begin storm recovery efforts across the state. View on Twitter [external link]
Just after 4am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews responded to multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to a house fire in Valley Way, Gymea Bay. When crews arrived, they found a house well alight, and a 57 year old... Learn more about the Structure Fire at Gymea Bay.
PORT MACQUARIE | Commissioner Baxter with the crew from Chopper 42 from @CHC Helicopters doing damage assessments on the NSW Mid North Coast. View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to a Triple Zero (000) call this afternoon, to a large gum tree that had fallen on a house on Tatiara Cresent in North Narrabeen. When firefighters arrived, they found a large gum tree that... Learn more about the Storm Damage at North Narrabeen.
A different kind of lift to work! Thanks to the @NRMA helicopter for helping us swap out crews after floods and a landslide stranded our Wentworth Falls crew in Nth Richmond. Our crews are in Nth Richmond to ensure that the local community will continue to receive fire protection View on Twitter [external link]
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Assessing the devastating extent of the damage caused by this extreme weather with Region North Area Commander Gary McKinnon. A long road to recovery for many communities and families, some of whom are our own firefighters. Lots of work still to be done. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @BOM_NSW: Please don't attempt to cross flooded roads. Stay up with our latest flood warnings for NSW here: View on Twitter [external link]
Just before 10am today, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) were called to assist with a large sign which had become loose on the Bradfield Highway in Sydney. The sign was hanging in a very dangerous position, and there were concerns that... Learn more about the Storm Damage at Sydney.
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: I joined the Safety Briefing for Fire and Rescue NSW crews this morning at Port Macquarie this morning before our teams head out to support the community. Still raining and far from over. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @NSWSES: ⚠‼FLOOD EVACUATION ORDER COLO RIVER - UPPER COLO, LOWER COLO, COLO CENTRAL AND WHEENY CREEK ‼⚠‼Residents along the Colo River area: Start to evacuate now:MORE: View on Twitter [external link]
MEDICAL EVACUATION An exceptional multi-agency effort to transport an elderly lady with a broken hip to safety. @NSWSES captained the boat to dry land in Kempsey, where our flood rescue crew was able to carefully lift her to the awaiting @NSWAmbulance where paramedics took over View on Twitter [external link]
Further Information
- For flood information and warnings, visit the NSW State Emergency Service website [external link].
- For bushfire and grass fire warnings or more information on bushfire incidents, visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website [external link].
- For the latest information on changes to traffic conditions, visit Live Traffic NSW [external link].
- During major incidents look and listen for information on TV, radio, the internet, mobile phones and neighbours.
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