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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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House Fire | Carlton

Just after 7:30am this morning Fire and Rescue NSW responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to a fire at the rear of the property on Cronulla St, Carlton. On route, firefighters received updated information that a fire was on... Learn more about the House Fire at Carlton.

access_time 07:43am • Jan 16, 2021
place Carlton
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Kitchen Fire | Campbelltown

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) extinguished a kitchen fire in a townhouse on Sturt Street, Campbelltown after a Triple Zero (000) caller reported an alarm operating and smoke issuing from the home at 12.58pm. Crews from Campbelltown and Rosemeadow fire stations... Learn more about the Kitchen Fire at Campbelltown.

access_time 12:58pm • Jan 15, 2021
place Campbelltown
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Boat Fire | Mannering Park

Firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and the Rural Fire Service have extinguished a fire that broke out on a boat in Mannering Park just after 3pm this afternoon. Crews from Doyalson Fire Station arrived shortly after to find large... Learn more about the Boat Fire at Mannering Park.

access_time 03:05pm • Jan 14, 2021
place Mannering Park
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Dryer Fire | Baulkham Hills

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) were called to Merinda Avenue, Baulkham Hills after a Triple Zero (000) caller reported smoke issuing from the roof of a home at 2.24pm today. Crews from Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills and Beecroft fire stations arrived... Learn more about the Dryer Fire at Baulkham Hills.

access_time 02:34pm • Jan 13, 2021
place Baulkham Hills
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Truck Fire | Terrey Hills

In a multi agency response Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters alongside crews from the Rural Fire Service have extinguished a fire that broke inside a truck travelling on Kimbriki Road, Ingleside just after 8am, Wednesday 13 January. Crews... Learn more about the Truck Fire at Terrey Hills .

access_time 08:14am • Jan 13, 2021
place Terrey Hills
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House Fire | Dubbo

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have managed to extinguish a fire that broke out at a home on Collins Avenue, Dubbo just after 8am this morning. FRNSW received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls from witnesses who had noticed large... Learn more about the House Fire at Dubbo.

access_time 08:12am • Jan 13, 2021
place Dubbo
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House Fire | Ashmont

Firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) are working to extinguish a fire that broke out at a home on Connorton Avenue, Ashmont just after 3.30pm this afternoon. Numerous Triple Zero (000) callers reported large plumes of smoke issuing from... Learn more about the House Fire at Ashmont.

access_time 03:39pm • Jan 12, 2021
place Ashmont
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Cliff Rescue | Cronulla

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) along with NSW Police and NSW Ambulance have rescued a man who fell from a cliff face in Cronulla this afternoon. Firefighters received a call just after 2pm this afternoon following reports a person had fallen... Learn more about the Cliff Rescue at Cronulla.

access_time 02:09pm • Jan 12, 2021
place Cronulla
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Bus Fire | Camperdown

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have managed to extinguish a fire that broke out on a bus travelling on Parramatta Road, Camperdown just before 6pm on Monday 11 January. FRNSW received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to smoke and... Learn more about the Bus Fire at Camperdown .

access_time 05:59pm • Jan 11, 2021
place Camperdown
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Hazmat Incident | Yennora

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) are currently on scene at a hazardous materials incident at a manufacturing facility on Pine Road, Yennora. Firefighters and specialist HAZMAT crews responded to the incident shortly before 5am following reports a 200 tonne vessel... Learn more about the Hazmat Incident at Yennora .

access_time 04:38am • Jan 11, 2021
place Yennora
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House Fire | Macquarie Fields

A house in Hibiscus Crescent, Macquarie Fields was extensively damaged following a fire that broke out in the early hours of this morning. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls from 2.05am and when they arrived... Learn more about the House Fire at Macquarie Fields.

access_time 02:05am • Jan 11, 2021
place Macquarie Fields
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Car Fire | Drummoyne

Firefighters have extinguished a fire that began inside the engine of a car on Lyons Road, Drummoyne just after 3.30pm on Sunday 10 January. Firefighters arrived to find smoke and flames issuing from the bonnet of the luxury car. A crowbar... Learn more about the Car Fire at Drummoyne .

access_time 03:23pm • Jan 10, 2021
place Drummoyne
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Tip Fire | Woy Woy

Just before 3:30pm, Sundsy 10 January Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to reports of a fire at a rubbish tip on Nagari Rd, Woy Woy On route fire crews noticed thick black smoke issuing and... Learn more about the Tip Fire at Woy Woy.

access_time 03:19pm • Jan 10, 2021
place Woy Woy
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Truck fire | Kingsgrove

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters from Hurstville responded Triple Zero (000) calls to a truck alight at The Crescent, Kingsgrove shortly before 1pm on Sunday 10 January. Firefighters arrived to find the cabin of the medium rigid truck well alight... Learn more about the Truck fire at Kingsgrove .

access_time 12:46pm • Jan 10, 2021
place Kingsgrove
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Solar Panel Fire | Niagara Park

Just after 11:30am this morning Fire and Rescue NSW responded to a Triple Zero (000) call to reports of solar panels alight on the roof of a house in Crestwood Ave, Niagara Park On arrivals Fire crews found a small amount... Learn more about the Solar Panel Fire at Niagara Park.

access_time 11:36am • Jan 10, 2021
place Niagara Park
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RT @FRNSW_RS3: Grass fire #Albury Saturday night attended by @FRNSW & @NSWRFS quickly contained & controlled. @nswpolice investigatingGra… View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:47am • Jan 10, 2021
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Structure Fire | Linden

Just after 10:00am today Fire and Rescue responded to a Triple Zero (000) call to a house alight in Hepburn St, Linden On Arrival crews from Springwood found large amounts of smoke issuing from the Two Story Residential Dwelling. Crews quickly got... Learn more about the Structure Fire at Linden.

access_time 10:04am • Jan 10, 2021
place Linden
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Multi Vehicle Crash | Chinderah

Just before 1.30am Sunday 10 January, Fire and Rescue NSW crews from Tweed Heads and Kingscliff responded to reports of a car and truck crash on the M1 motorway at Chinderah. On arrival crews found a four wheel drive had... Learn more about the Multi Vehicle Crash at Chinderah .

access_time 01:22am • Jan 10, 2021
place Chinderah
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Electrical Fire | North Ryde

Just before 6:30am this morning Fire and Rescue NSW crews responded to Triple Zero (000) calls to reports of smoke issuing from a nursing home on Badajoz Rd, North Ryde. Firefighters arrived to find an electrical powered chair alight in... Learn more about the Electrical Fire at North Ryde.

access_time 06:26am • Jan 09, 2021
place North Ryde
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Caravan Fire | Cardiff South

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have extinguished a fire that broke out inside a caravan on Second St, Cardiff South just before 12:30pm this afternoon. Crews from Charlestown and Cardiff Fire Stations arrived a short time later to find a large... Learn more about the Caravan Fire at Cardiff South .

access_time 12:28pm • Jan 08, 2021
place Cardiff South
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Shop Fire | Eden

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters from the NSW South Coast have managed to extinguish a fire that broke out at a shop on Imlay St, Eden just after 9am this morning. A Triple Zero (000) caller reported large plumes of smoke... Learn more about the Shop Fire at Eden.

access_time 09:12am • Jan 08, 2021
place Eden
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We’ve worn masks to protect you for a long time. Now we need you to wear yours to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and our way of life. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:39pm • Jan 07, 2021
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Truck Crash | Walgett

Wimbledon Road and the Castlereagh Highway at Walgett have reopened after being closed for more than four hours following a truck crash earlier this morning. Just before 11am crews from Fire and Rescue NSW and the Rural Fire Service were called... Learn more about the Truck Crash at Walgett.

access_time 10:57am • Jan 07, 2021
place Walgett
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House Fire | Maitland

Just after 7:30am this morning Fire and Rescue crews received a Triple Zero call (000) to reports of a house fire in Bonar st, Maitland. On arrival Fire and Rescue Crews from Rutherford and Maitland found smoke issuing from the roof... Learn more about the House Fire at Maitland.

access_time 07:42am • Jan 06, 2021
place Maitland
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Solar Panel Fire | Woongarrah

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) extinguished a solar panel fire that broke out at a home in in Ellalong Way, Woongarrah at 9.42am today. A Triple Zero (000) caller reported smoke issuing from the roof of the home. Firefighters from... Learn more about the Solar Panel Fire at Woongarrah.

access_time 09:42am • Jan 05, 2021
place Woongarrah
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As the COVID-19 pandemic changes the way we go about our lives, our firefighters and support staff continue to ensure we remain prepared for anything. You may see our firefighters wearing a mask, we'd appreciate it if you could also wear yours if we visit your home or workplace. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:46pm • Jan 04, 2021
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Rescue Incident | Terrigal

Just before 2:00pm today Fire and Rescue NSW were called to help extricate an Injured lady stuck on the rock at Terrigal Haven, Terrigal. With a Paramedic from Ambulance NSW on scene treating the lady for suspected broken ankle Fire... Learn more about the Rescue Incident at Terrigal.

access_time 01:55pm • Jan 04, 2021
place Terrigal
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Bus Accident | Cordeaux Heights

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews from Unanderra and Wollongong are on the scene of an incident where a bus carrying passengers has crashed into a house on Staff Road, Cordeaux Heights this morning. FRNSW arrived shortly after receiving the Triple... Learn more about the Bus Accident at Cordeaux Heights.

access_time 10:09am • Jan 04, 2021
place Cordeaux Heights
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Kitten Rescue | Greystanes

Just after 7:30pm on Sunday 3 January, Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters from Wentworthville responded to reports of a kitten stuck in a car at Esther Street, Greystanes. Specialist rescue firefighters arrived to find the kitten stuck between the bonnet... Learn more about the Kitten Rescue at Greystanes .

access_time 07:37pm • Jan 03, 2021
place Greystanes
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Spillage | Clareville

Just after 11:00am yesterday Fire and Rescue crews responded to reports of a spillage from a sunken vessel at Clareville on the Northern Beaches Fire Crews worked alongside Rural Fire Service and Maritime NSW to investigate the extent of the spillage... Learn more about the Spillage at Clareville.

access_time 11:02am • Jan 03, 2021
place Clareville
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