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*** ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW sending additional crews to the flood zones | Mid Coast

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has dispatched additional specialist crews to assist with the SES-led emergency flood response on the state’s mid-north and north coasts. Four new land-based Strike Teams from Sydney and the state’s Central West are heading to Coffs... Learn more about the *** ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW sending additional crews to the flood zones at Mid Coast.

access_time 06:13pm • May 23, 2025
place Mid Coast
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GREENACRE | FRNSW have extinguished a fire in a single level house on Juno Parade between Roberts and Punchbowl Road. Two occupants evacuated one suffering burns. Six fire trucks with 24 firefighters on scene. Police and Ambulance there also. Call came in at 15:43 View on X [external link]

access_time 04:27pm • May 23, 2025
place Greenacre
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MID NORTH COAST | ***VIDEO ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW sending additional crews to the flood zones. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has dispatched additional specialist crews to assist with the SES-led emergency flood response on the states mid-no... View on X [external link]

access_time 04:13pm • May 23, 2025
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An image relating to the news item  Fire and Rescue NSW crews moving house to house through waist-deep water to account for flood victims
Fire and Rescue NSW crews moving house to house through waist-deep water to account for flood victims | mid-north Coast

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) In-water experts, in conjunction with the SES and other emergency services, are continuing rescue efforts on the state's mid-north coast, moving house to house through waist-deep floodwaters to account for stranded residents. FRNSW crews are on... Learn more about the Fire and Rescue NSW crews moving house to house through waist-deep water to account for flood victims at mid-north Coast.

access_time 06:13pm • May 22, 2025
place mid-north Coast
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MID-NORTH COAST | ***VISION ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW crews moving house to house through waist-deep water to account for flood victims. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) In-water experts, in conjunction with the SES and other emergency services, a... View on X [external link]

access_time 04:13pm • May 22, 2025
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Fire and Rescue NSW teams rescue more than 100 people stranded in mid-north coast floodwaters | Mid-north coast

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have rescued more than 100 people during the flood emergency underway on the state's mid-north coast. FRNSW crews are on the ground in the Taree, Forster and Port Macquarie areas, supporting the SES-led emergency response,... Learn more about the Fire and Rescue NSW teams rescue more than 100 people stranded in mid-north coast floodwaters at Mid-north coast.

access_time 07:28pm • May 21, 2025
place Mid-north coast
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Car fire blocks eastbound lanes of Lane Cove Tunnel | Ryde

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has responded to a car fire that has partially blocked eastbound lanes of the Lane Cove tunnel at North Ryde. FRNSW received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls regarding the incident around 8.30 this morning. Passing motorists attempted... Learn more about the Car fire blocks eastbound lanes of Lane Cove Tunnel at Ryde.

access_time 11:08am • May 20, 2025
place Ryde
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WOY WOY Bay - two drivers released from the crash on Woy Woy Road and transported to hospital. Avoid Woy Woy Road for now, monitor live traffic. View on X [external link]

access_time 09:07am • May 20, 2025
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Lane Cove Tunnel - FRNSW has extinguished the car fire approaching the Lane Cove Tunnel east bound approach at North Ryde. One lane now open letting traffic through. View on X [external link]

access_time 08:56am • May 20, 2025
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Lane Cove Tunnel - car reignited before FRNSW arrived, now well alight. FRNSW on scene extinguishing the fire. All east bound lanes blocked into the tunnel. Will be traffic mayhem . Will work to extinguish and clear up asap with Transport Commanders View on X [external link]

access_time 08:42am • May 20, 2025
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LANE COVE Tunnel - FRNSW responding to reports of a car fire just before the tunnel entrance east bound which puts it at North Ryde just east of Pittwater Road. Three trucks responding, reports just fire is extinguished by another motorist - FRNSW will continue to respond. - View on X [external link]

access_time 08:33am • May 20, 2025
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WOY WOY BAY - FRNSW Rescue Trucks are on scene with NSW Ambulance Paramedics, Police and the RFS at a serious multi vehicle crash on Woy Woy Road - see map. Reports two people trapped in separate vehicles. Paramedics treating the injured , FRNSW working on an rescue plan. View on X [external link]

access_time 08:21am • May 20, 2025
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MARSDEN PARK - FRNSW firefighters are assisting NSW Ambulance Paramedics at Astoria Street with a person who is suffering a medical episode. It is not fire related. This is a NSW Ambulance lead response. View on X [external link]

access_time 05:24pm • May 19, 2025
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Update 2 - Campbelltown Townhouse Fire - The blaze in Richmond Crescent has been extinguished. FRNSW searched the premises no one was found. The incident is under investigation and deemed suspicious. 15 neighbors evacuated, all have since returned no injuries. View on X [external link]

access_time 09:29am • May 19, 2025
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Update Campbelltown - Townhouse fire on Richmond Cresent. Seven fire trucks and approximately 30 firefighters have contained the fire. FRNSW has stopped the fire from spreading to an adjoining townhouse. Firefighters currently conducting search. No injuries reported at this stage View on X [external link]

access_time 08:46am • May 19, 2025
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CAMPBELLTOWN - FRNSW on scene at a two level townhouse fire in Richmond Cres. We have water on the fire and conducting a search. No persons unaccounted for at this stage operations continuing View on X [external link]

access_time 08:04am • May 19, 2025
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Taree Fire Station marks 100 years of service | Taree

Fire and Rescue NSW’s (FRNSW) Taree Fire Station celebrated 100 years of service to the local community on Saturday 17 May. FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell AFSM joined dignitaries, community members, and current and former firefighters at a special event marking the... Learn more about the Taree Fire Station marks 100 years of service at Taree.

access_time 02:18pm • May 17, 2025
place Taree
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NOWRA - FRNSW has extinguished a fire in a home on McDonald Ave. Three fire truck and 14 firefighters took approx 40 mins to contain the fire. No injuries reported. Where and how the fire ignited is now under investigation by Police and FRNSW. Time of call 09:19. View on X [external link]

access_time 11:25am • May 14, 2025
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BANKSTOWN - FRNSW arrived on scene Greenfield Parade, smoke issuing from a two level restaurant. Six fire trucks in attendance. View on X [external link]

access_time 05:25pm • May 13, 2025
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Family of four escapes house fire | Kellyville

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) says the escape of a family of four from a fire at Kellyville, in Sydney’s north-west, last night emphasises the need for every household to form a home evacuation plan. FRNSW received a large number of... Learn more about the Family of four escapes house fire at Kellyville.

access_time 11:13am • May 13, 2025
place Kellyville
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Fire and Rescue NSW rolls up its doors for annual Open Day |

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is rolling up the doors for its annual Open Day this Saturday, with firefighters urging the community to ensure it has a working smoke alarm in the lead up to winter. Fire stations across the state... Learn more about the Fire and Rescue NSW rolls up its doors for annual Open Day at .

access_time 11:33am • May 08, 2025
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*** - Dramatic transformer fire causes power outage | Turramurra

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a dramatic high-voltage transformer fire that's led to a power outage at Turramurra, on Sydney's upper north shore. Around 6.30 last night, FRNSW crews responded to more than 20 Triple Zero (000) calls... Learn more about the *** - Dramatic transformer fire causes power outage at Turramurra .

access_time 02:33pm • May 07, 2025
place Turramurra
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If our Open Day isnt on your weekend agenda, cancel everything. Start again. Saturday, 10 May 202510am - 2pm - Find your local fire station here: View on X [external link]

access_time 12:07pm • May 07, 2025
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Firefighters honoured for heroic actions on St Florian's Day |

Firefighters who hauled six tankers full of hydrogen from a hazmat exclusion zone are among more than 100 people being formally recognised by Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) as part of a special event at City of Sydney Fire Station... Learn more about the Firefighters honoured for heroic actions on St Florian's Day at .

access_time 03:38pm • May 04, 2025
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*** Update NOW AVAILABLE - Firefighters rescue puppy during delicate operation | Merrylands

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have used a hammer and chisel to carefully extract an adventurous 12-week-old puppy, stuck in a wall below a house today at Merrylands, in Sydney’s west. “Lulu”, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, got her head stuck... Learn more about the *** Update NOW AVAILABLE - Firefighters rescue puppy during delicate operation at Merrylands.

access_time 04:58pm • May 02, 2025
place Merrylands
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An image relating to the news item Firefighters rescue unconscious man from burning cottage
Firefighters rescue unconscious man from burning cottage | Queenscliff

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has rescued an unconscious man from a burning cottage in Pavillion Street, Queenscliff on Sydney’s northern beaches. FRNSW was alerted to the incident at 22:32pm last night, after neighbours observed a fire venting from windows of... Learn more about the Firefighters rescue unconscious man from burning cottage at Queenscliff.

access_time 03:33pm • May 02, 2025
place Queenscliff
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An image relating to the news item ***  - Firefighters rescue residents trapped by Newcastle flash-flooding
*** - Firefighters rescue residents trapped by Newcastle flash-flooding | Merewether

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have rescued at least four people trapped by flash-flooding during a storm front yesterday in Newcastle. The storm struck parts of the city around 4pm, generating a number of Triple-Zero (000) calls for help to... Learn more about the *** - Firefighters rescue residents trapped by Newcastle flash-flooding at Merewether.

access_time 03:33pm • May 01, 2025
place Merewether
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An image relating to the news item *** VISION ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW’s Gandalf crowned Canine Hero of the Year
*** VISION ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW’s Gandalf crowned Canine Hero of the Year | Sydney

Fire and Rescue NSW’s (FRNSW) Ignitable Liquid Detection Dog, Gandalf, has been awarded Canine Hero of the Year in the Service Dog category at the 2025 Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Sydney Royal Easter Show.  The prestigious title recognises Gandalf’s extraordinary... Learn more about the *** VISION ALERT*** Fire and Rescue NSW’s Gandalf crowned Canine Hero of the Year at Sydney.

access_time 07:03pm • Apr 21, 2025
place Sydney
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Update - stills added - Man injured by lithium-ion battery blast | Lurnea

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a garage fire caused by a lithium-ion battery explosion this morning at Lurnea in Sydney’s south-west. FRNSW was alerted to a loud explosion and fire at the property in Jedda Street, just after... Learn more about the Update - stills added - Man injured by lithium-ion battery blast at Lurnea.

access_time 01:03pm • Apr 15, 2025
place Lurnea
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An image relating to the news item ***Video*** - Major Hazardous Materials Response after Fatal Crash
***Video*** - Major Hazardous Materials Response after Fatal Crash | Euston Balranald - Murray Region - NSW

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has contained and rendered safe a large chemical spill after a fatal truck crash on the Sturt Highway in Euston in the state's Murray Region. All emergency services responded to reports of a crash between... Learn more about the ***Video*** - Major Hazardous Materials Response after Fatal Crash at Euston Balranald - Murray Region - NSW .

access_time 04:48pm • Apr 11, 2025
place Euston Balranald - Murray Region - NSW
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