The NSW Fire Brigades' purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, environment and economy of New South Wales. As one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services, we manage fire emergencies in NSW’s major cities and towns. We respond to rescues, hazardous materials incidents and possible terrorism activities across the State. We work with other government agencies to minimise the impact of bushfires, storms, floods, landslides, building collapses, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies. We also run prevention and preparedness programs to prevent these emergencies and reduce their impact on the community.
Current safety campaigns
Home escape plans a must
If you woke up in the middle of the night to the smoke alarm sounding and the smell of smoke, would you remember where the nearest exit was? Would your family?
Winter fire safety
With the arrival of winter and colder weather, indoor activities will increase and so will our reliance on heating, lighting and electrical appliances. These household items, if faulty or left unattended, can increase the risk of a fire starting in the home.
Seniors fire safety
Nearly one third of all victims in fatal house fires are seniors. In fact, seniors are more likely to be injured or killed in a house fire than any other group. This month, the NSW Fire Brigades is focusing on Seniors and Fire Safety to highlight the potential dangers of house fires for older Australians.
Emergency Planning for Commercial Sites with Dangerous Goods
Do you have a site with a notifiable quantity of dangerous goods? The NSW Fire Brigades has collated information on what you need to do, a brief overview of the legislation which relates specifically to Emergency Plans and more.
Latest news
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Public exhibition of the draft Fire Brigades Regulation 2008 Friday 8th August 2008
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Firefighters honoured for actions at Redfern fire
Eight firefighters have been recognised today for going beyond the call of duty when a fire tore through a three-storey building in Redfern last November. Minister for Emergency Services, Nathan Rees...
Friday 4th July 2008 -
NSW Fire Brigade Station Officers graduate Thursday 3rd July 2008
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New Captain for Mittagong Fire Station
NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) Superintendent Gary Picken, Zone Commander Southern Highlands, today congratulated Retained Firefighter Michelle Hatton on her appointment as Captain of Mittagong Fire Station. Superintendent Picken...
Tuesday 1st July 2008 -
Fire Brigade warns households of the need for a home escape plan
NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) Commissioner Greg Mullins today urged residents to ensure they had a home escape plan this winter, following the deaths of three people in housefires last month. Commissioner...
Tuesday 1st July 2008 -
NSW Fire Brigades Metropolitan North Firefighters Championship
On Sunday 15 June, the third round of the 2008 NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) Firefighter Championships, held in Morisset, concluded with the team from Nowra Fire Station declared the overall...
Tuesday 17th June 2008
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Photo of the Week
NSWFB donates a supply of old fire hoses to elephant keepers at Sydney's Taronga Zoo. The hoses will be used to create durable toys and other exhibit features.