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We responded to over 150,000 incidents in 2023-24. 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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EAGLEVALE | This poor pup was trapped under the grill of a drain on Gould Rd this afternoon as the water rose around him. #FRNSW crews from St Andrews were called and arrived just in time to quickly cut the locks and release the very wet but appreciative dog. @FRNSW_MS3 View on X [external link]
MANLY | Specialist rope rescue #FRNSW firefighters are responding to Fairfax Track on North Head near Manly to reports of a person trapped on the cliff edge View on X [external link]
BROOKLET | Multiple #FRNSW crews have been in attendance at silo fire on Friday Hut Road since 3 am this morning. The silo has now ruptured allowing crews to extinguish the spilling contents. View on X [external link]
MATRAVILLE | Over 50 #FRNSW firefighters are in attendance at a paper mill fire on Botany Rd. The seat of the fire has been found in machinery on level 1. Crews are working inside the building to prevent the fire from spreading. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance also in attendance. View on X [external link]
Early this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) was notified of a silo fire at a property on Friday Hut Road. Crews arrived to find a fire in the base of a 15m silo containing macadamia nuts. Firefighters have directed large hose... Learn more about the Silo Fire at Brooklet.
WARATAH WEST | Multiple #FRNSW crews are responding to a house fire on University Drive. Smoke and flames are issuing from the windows. View on X [external link]
LAKEWOOD | Multiple #FRNSW crews are working to extinguish a house fire on Sirius Drive. 4 occupants have been treated for smoke inhalation and numerous animals have been rescued. The fire was fanned by strong local winds. Operations are ongoing. View on X [external link]
OAK FLATS | #HAZMAT crews are working to contain and decontaminate a spill of pool acid at a property on Parkes St. One person was overcome with fumes and transported to hospital by @NSWAmbulance. View on X [external link]
Just before 2.00 pm this afternoon, Fire and Rescue NSW responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls about a fire in a row of factory units in Enterprise Avenue, Tweed Heads. Multiple crews from across the Tweed region were assigned to... Learn more about the Factory Unit Fire at Tweed Heads South.
BOURKE | Multiple #FRNSW and @NSWRFS crews are battling a large blaze on Sturt St. The middle of the building has collapsed inwards.: Albert Manaure Tungulman View on X [external link]
Just after 1.00 pm today, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to a building fire on Bondi Road, Bondi. Multiple FRNSW crews arrived on scene to find a large amount of black smoke issuing from the... Learn more about the Restaurant Fire at Bondi.
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Welcome home to our firefighters deployed to assist Canada with their wildfires. They've now started their 14 days in hotel quarantine. #Canadafires @AFACnews View on X [external link]
DANDRY | #FRNSW crews are assisting firefighters from the @NSWRFS to extinguish a truck fire on the Newell Hwy. View on X [external link]
ANNA BAY | #FRNSW and @NSWRFS Firefighters are working to extricate a horse from a drain on Port Stephens Drive. A small excavator is being used to assist the horse who is stuck but not in distress. View on X [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters attended a house fire in Mortimer Street, Mudgee overnight. There were a number of Triple Zero (000) calls about the incident and when crews from Mudgee and Gulgong arrived on scene, they found a single-level house... Learn more about the House Fire at Mudgee.
GUNNING | #FRNSW crews from Yass are responding to assist @NSWRFS crews with a house fire on Saxby Lane. The home is reported to be fully involved in fire. View on X [external link]
WOODCROFT | Multiple #FRNSW crews are working to contain and extinguish a fire in the roof of a house on Cadman Place. Roof has partially collapsed. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance View on X [external link]
GLENFIELD | A building on Belmont Rd is on fire with lots of smoke visible in the area. Multiple #FRNSW crews are on scene and others are still responding. View on X [external link]
AMBARVALE | #FRNSW crews are working with @WIRESWildlife to rescue a Lace Monitor (tree goanna) from a tree. Rescue crews were called when the reptile escaped its registered keepers care and scurried up a tree. View on X [external link]
HAYMARKET | A large gas main has been damaged and is leaking on George St, near Hay St. An exclusion zone has been created in the area. Light rail has been stopped. @TransportforNSW View on X [external link]
Our firefighters have landed back home in Australia! They will now complete 14 days of quarantine before returning to protect their local communities. Welcome home everyone! @NSWSES @NSWRFS @dfes_wa @nswenviromedia @WAParksWildlife @CIFFC View on X [external link]
WOLLONGONG | #FRNSW crews are investigating reports of a gas leak at the Crown St mass vaccination hub. No evacs yet. Recommended to avoid the area until all clear is provided. View on X [external link]
SARATOGA | #FRNSW crews have extinguished a fire on the roof of a home on Steyne Rd. The fire involved the homes solar panels and equipment. View on X [external link]
Faulty wires cause fires. Stay out of harm this winter and check your electricals are in good working order before using them. for more tips on keeping your home safe from fire visit #StayOutOfHarm #ProtectTheIrreplaceable View on X [external link]
TARRAWANNA | Multiple #FRNSW crews from across the Illawarra are extinguishing a house fire on Henry St. View on X [external link]
MORTDALE | Multiple #FRNSW crews are working to extinguish a fire in a house in Mortdale. View on X [external link]
PARKES | #FRNSW crews have worked with @NSWAmbulance to assist the driver from a truck crash on the Newell Hwy. Firefighters then managed a diesel spill will remain on scene until the truck is upright and off the road. @nswpolice View on X [external link]
WAVERLEY | #FRNSW crews have extinguished a fire at a school on Birrell St. Smoke was reported from the roof of the school and a fire was found in a dust extractor. No injuries reported. View on X [external link]
LALOR PARK | #FRNSW crews from Sydneys West have contained a large garage fire on Lucas Rd. One male is being treated for smoke inhalation. View on X [external link]
ORCHARD HILLS | #FRNSW crews are supporting @NSWRFS firefighters at a grassfire near Homestead Drive. A large amount of smoke is visible in the area. View on X [external link]
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