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Large home destroyed by fire | Northwood

A large house was destroyed by fire in Northwood on Sydney's Lower North Shore overnight. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls about the blaze in Cliff Road at 10.50 pm. More than 50 firefighters took just... Learn more about the Large home destroyed by fire at Northwood.

access_time 09:48am • Sep 04, 2022
place Northwood
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From our #FRNSW family to yours, we wish all the fathers and father figures in our community a safe and happy #FathersDay. We hope you have a special day! View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 08:41am • Sep 04, 2022
Fire completely destroys unit | Charlestown

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) took two hours to extinguish a fire in a two-level residential complex in Charlestown near Newcastle earlier this morning. Multiple Triple Zero (000) calls were received about the blaze at the Fraser Parade property just before... Learn more about the Fire completely destroys unit at Charlestown.

access_time 11:28am • Sep 03, 2022
place Charlestown
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EAST LISMORE | We are assisting @RFS to battle a blaze at the waste recycling centre in Wyralla Rd. The fire is burning in an open area. Addtionally #FRNSW hazmat crews are in attendance to monitor and consult with @NSW_EPA and @LismoreCouncil View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 12:42pm • Sep 02, 2022
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Smoke alarm alerts mother and child to house fire | South Grafton

A working smoke alarm has potentially saved the lives of a mother and her toddler son, who escaped a house fire in the Northern Rivers today. Around 10:40am, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) was called to the property on Melaleuca Way... Learn more about the Smoke alarm alerts mother and child to house fire at South Grafton.

access_time 12:38pm • Sep 02, 2022
place South Grafton
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Investigations underway into Emu Plains fire | Emu Plains

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators are examining the ruins of a home, destroyed by fire overnight at Emu Plains, in Sydney's west. The fire broke out just after 11.30pm in a single storey house in Nepean Street. Crews from 12 fire... Learn more about the Investigations underway into Emu Plains fire at Emu Plains.

access_time 10:38am • Sep 02, 2022
place Emu Plains
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SOUTH WINDSOR | Home totally involve in fire on Tasman Place. #FRNSW has 12 Fire trucks responding, FFs working to stop fire spreading to adjoining homes.@nswpolice @NSWAmbulance View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 07:10pm • Sep 01, 2022
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Home partially collapses in Sydney's north-west | Denistone

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is working with engineers to assess a home which has partially collapsed in Sydney's north-west. Around 12:30pm today, firefighters were called to Anzac Avenue in Denistone after the property's roof suddenly caved in, causing the external... Learn more about the Home partially collapses in Sydney's north-west at Denistone.

access_time 03:23pm • Sep 01, 2022
place Denistone
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Don’t let your fire guard down after the deadliest winter |

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the public not to become complacent about home safety just because winter has ended. This winter resulted in 16 residential fire deaths across NSW, the highest death toll on record and four times the... Learn more about the Don’t let your fire guard down after the deadliest winter at .

access_time 02:33pm • Sep 01, 2022
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MENANGLE | Truck Fire. #FRNSW FFs are currently working to extinguish a truck and trailer fire Northbound on the Hume Highway. @NSWRFS @LiveTrafficSyd @nswpolice View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:05pm • Sep 01, 2022
place Menangle

SILVERWATER/LAKE MACQUARIE | Rescue incident. #FRNSW Specialist trained rescue FF's are currently working on extricating a person who has fallen down an embankment. @NSWRFS and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:15am • Sep 01, 2022

On Tuesday, #FRNSW firefighters responded to this waste truck fire. Batteries, gas cylinders and fuels can cause fires when processed, and should only be disposed of through select processing services For information on hazardous waste disposal, speak with your local council. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:04am • Sep 01, 2022

SURRY HILLS | #FRNSW working to contain a fire in a restaurant on Commowealth St, approx 80 evacs. FFs based in our dispatch centre processed numerous 000 calls to this fire, responding 7 fire trucks. Fire is now extinguished. @nswpolice @LiveTrafficNSW @NSWAmbulance View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 06:19pm • Aug 31, 2022
place Surry Hills

PENNANT HILLS | Three car crash. One person trapped. #FRNSW crews are currently stabilising a vehicle to access a trapped occupant. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are in attendance. Traffic delays on Pennant Hills Rd to be expected. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:02pm • Aug 31, 2022
place Pennant Hills

SPRING FARM | Truck rollover #FRNSW Specialist Hazmat FF's are working to recover 400 litres of diesel leaking from fuel tanks after a garbage truck has rolled over on it's side. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. @FRNSW_MS3 View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:44am • Aug 31, 2022
place Spring Farm

CASULA | Two car crash. M5 Westbound. #FRNSW FF's are currently on scene at a two car crash on the M5. Westbound traffic is impacted. Delays to be expected. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 09:00am • Aug 31, 2022
place Casula

SUSSEX INLET | #FRNSW is responding to assist @RFS at a house fire on Boatharbour Drive. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @ShoalhavenCC. This is a developing incident, RFS are the Incident Controllers. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 08:36am • Aug 31, 2022
place Sussex Inlet

MAITLAND | #FRNSW FFs working to contain a fire in an electrical transformer in the showground. The fire is threatening an adjoining demountable building. Two and 8 firefighters battling the blaze. @nswpolice @MaitlandMercury @MaitlandCouncil View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 07:29pm • Aug 30, 2022
place Maitland

MIDDLETON GRANGE | Two car crash. Update. #FRNSW FF's have used hydraulic rescue tools to remove the side of one vehicle to allow @NSWAmbulance access to the trapped occupant. Northbound traffic on Cowpasture Rd is blocked with diversions in place from the M7. @nswpolice View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 01:40pm • Aug 30, 2022

MIDDLETON GRANGE | Two car crash. #FRNSW FF's are currently on scene at a two car crash on COWPASTURE RD. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. Significant traffic delays to be expected. @Lpool_Council View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 01:14pm • Aug 30, 2022

MINTO | Gas leak. #FRNSW are currently on scene at abuilding site providing assistance and fire protection until the gas leak is repaired. @FRNSW_MS3 View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:28am • Aug 30, 2022
place Minto

RT @stephcookemp: The #Wyong @FRNSW crew were victorious at the weekend’s Firefighter Championship held in #Merrylands. Congratulations to all 14 teams who participated. Our firefighters are some of the world’s best. @PaulBaxterFRNSW View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:35pm • Aug 29, 2022

CAMPBELLTOWN | Structure fire. #FRNSW FF's are currently working to extinguish a fire within a 2 level building. All occupants have been evacuated. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. @campbelltownnsw View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 11:07am • Aug 29, 2022
place Campbelltown
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Man in critical condition after explosion inside unit | Concord

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is helping investigate an explosion inside a unit in Sydney's inner west, which has left a man with critical injuries. Firefighters were called to Trafalgar Parade at Concord shortly after 2am today, with neighbours reporting they... Learn more about the Man in critical condition after explosion inside unit at Concord.

access_time 10:13am • Aug 27, 2022
place Concord
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DEE WHY | #FRNSW has 6 fire trucks and more than 20 FFs fighting a fire on the 3rd level of an apartment block in Kingsway. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance assisting with operations. @beachescouncil View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 09:20pm • Aug 26, 2022
place Dee Why

RUTHERFORD | Two car crash. 1 person trapped. #FRNSW FF's used hydraulic rescue tools to free the trapped occupant of the vehicle. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:11pm • Aug 26, 2022
place Rutherford

ENGADINE | Car Crash. Railway Parade. #FRNSW Firefighters are currently on scene at a single vehicle crash. @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice are also in attendance. Significant traffic delays can be expected View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:04pm • Aug 26, 2022
place Engadine

ERMINGTON | Update 1 #FRNSW FFs have now gained fire control and will work on extinguishing the fire contained within a single level house. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @Parramatta_News View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 01:51pm • Aug 26, 2022
place Ermington

ERMINGTON | House fire. #FRNSW crews are currently on scene working to extinguish a fire in a single level house in Trumper st. All residents have been evacuated. @NSWAmbulance @nswpolice @Parramatta_News View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 01:13pm • Aug 26, 2022
place Ermington

RT @NSWRFS: WATCH & ACT: Beryl Rd, Gulgong (Mid-Western)The fire is burning in a westerly direction, in the Beryl Rd, Holleys Lane area. Firefighters are on scene and will be assisted by aircraft. Isolated rural landholders in the area should continue to monitor conditions.#NSWRFS View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 12:51pm • Aug 26, 2022

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