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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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RT @NSWRFS: Watch and Act: Shannons Flat Rd Fire, BinjuraA fire is burning near Shannons Flat Rd, 25kms north west of Cooma. The fire is burning in an E direction towards Nightingale Rd. Residents in the area of Nightingale Rd and Billingara Rd should prepare now. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:54pm • Oct 01, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: Watch and Act: Bundle Hill Rd, Bawley PointA fire is burning in the vicinity of Bundle Hill Rd. The fire is burning in an E direction, towards Murramarang Rd. Properties between Forester Dr and Moores Rd, to the west of Murramarang Rd should prepare now. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:30pm • Oct 01, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: As we move into the hottest part of the day, we are reminding everyone to remain vigilant to the threat of fire and to follow the total fire ban rules. There are currently over 75 fires burning, with 30 not yet contained. For more information visit: View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:45pm • Oct 01, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: Watch & Act: Cappanana Rd Fire, BredboA fire is burning in the vicinity of Cappanana Rd, 5km east of Bredbo. The fire is burning to the east of Jerangle Rd and is burning in an easterly direction. Residents in the area of Cappanana Rd should prepare now. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:12pm • Oct 01, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: WATCH&ACTTHE SNOWY RIVER WAY FIRE, DALGETY (MONARO)#RFS firefighters and waterbombing aircraft are responding to a bush fire burning in the vicinity of The Snowy River Way east of Dalgety burning towards Maffra. If in the area between Dalgety and Maffra prepare now. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 11:45am • Oct 01, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: As we look forward to the long weekend, NSW is forecast to have hot, dry & windy conditions, which will increase the fire risk. It's important no matter where you are this long weekend, you live bush fire ready. For more information visit the #RFS website View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:39pm • Sep 30, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Sunday 1 October, for the Greater Sydney, Greater Hunter, Far South Coast, Central Ranges, Monaro Alpine, Southern Ranges, Northern Slopes, Upper Central West Plains, and North Western areas. #rfs More at View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:39pm • Sep 30, 2023

KENSINGTON | #FRNSW Alison Rd, rescue incident in progress involving a bus and a pedestrian, police rescue on scene. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 03:22pm • Sep 29, 2023
place Kensington
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Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters extinguish blaze in grain silo | Condobolin

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire which damaged a grain silo at Condobolin, in the state's Central West, overnight. The blaze broke out around 8pm in a loader vehicle, inside the concrete structure, at a major grain... Learn more about the Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters extinguish blaze in grain silo at Condobolin.

access_time 09:45am • Sep 29, 2023
place Condobolin
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CONDOBOLIN | Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters extinguish blaze in grain silo. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire which damaged a grain silo at Condobolin, in the state's Central West, overnight.The blaze broke out aroun... View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 09:40am • Sep 29, 2023
place Condobolin

HOMEBUSH | #FRNSW Wentworth Street, fire in progress at a two level townhouse, crews have gained fire control and are now investigating the cause. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 05:10am • Sep 29, 2023
place Homebush

PYRMONT | #FRNSW Pyrmont Bridge Rd, crews have responded to a crane collapse at a building site, investigations are continuing. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 12:40pm • Sep 28, 2023
place Pyrmont

PORT KEMBLA | #FRNSW Arawata Drive, smoldering shipping container is currently being treated with lime to neutralize contents, crews will remain on scene with rail staff.@illawarramerc View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 05:56am • Sep 28, 2023
place Port Kembla

WATERLOO | #FRNSW Cooper Street, fire in a unit of a three level apartment block, crews are currently firefighting on the ground level. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 02:02pm • Sep 27, 2023
place Waterloo

NIAGARA PARK | #FRNSW Washington Ave, a person trapped between two cars, released by FRNSW crews, transported to hospital by NSW Ambulance service.@CCoastCouncil View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:17am • Sep 27, 2023
place Niagara Park

LIVERPOOL | #FRNSW Memorial Ave, house fire in progress, crews on scene commencing firefighting operations.@LiveTrafficSyd @Liverpool_Champ View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 06:30am • Sep 27, 2023
place Liverpool

CANTERBURY | FRNSW Firefighters have applied a glue solution to the damaged roof area of the building. The solution is designed to initially keep asbestos fibres in place. FFs will hand the premises back to the occupants shortly who will be responsible for remediating the site. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 04:50pm • Sep 26, 2023

RT @NSWRFS: WATCH & ACTTalga Rd, Lovedale (Cessnock LGA)Firefighters, supported by waterbombing aircraft are working to contain the fire which is burning in a northerly direction. Fire trucks are conducting property protection, but those in the area should prepare now. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 03:01pm • Sep 26, 2023
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Large scaly operation for firefighters | Gymea

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crew became engaged in a real-life game of snakes and ladders today, trying to catch a slippery serpent on the loose in Sydney's south. The crew from Menai fire station was called to Gymea Bay... Learn more about the Large scaly operation for firefighters at Gymea.

access_time 01:55pm • Sep 26, 2023
place Gymea
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GYMEA | Large scaly operation for firefighters - VIDEO. A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crew became engaged in a real-life game of snakes and ladders today, trying to catch a slippery serpent on the loose in Sydney's south.The crew from Menai fi... View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 01:50pm • Sep 26, 2023
place Gymea

ERSKINE PARK | #FRNSW Erskine Park Rd, two car motor vehicle accident, one person trapped, extradition in progress.@LiveTrafficSyd View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 12:57pm • Sep 26, 2023
place Erskine Park

CANTERBURY | FRNSW continues to extinguish a warehouse fire on Canterbury Rd. The fibro/asbestos roof has been damaged. FFs continue to wet the area to contain any particles. FRNSW is working with the EPA, Public Works, Local Council and building occupants to render the site safe View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 10:21am • Sep 26, 2023
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Asbestos risk being managed after fire engulfs whitegoods factory | Canterbury

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) today is working to manage an asbestos risk after fire engulfed a factory at Canterbury, in Sydney's south-west, overnight. More than 70 firefighters and 25 fire trucks were deployed to the blaze, which broke out in... Learn more about the Asbestos risk being managed after fire engulfs whitegoods factory at Canterbury.

access_time 09:56am • Sep 26, 2023
place Canterbury
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CANTERBURY | Asbestos risk being managed after fire engulfs whitegoods factory - VIDEO. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) today is working to manage an asbestos risk after fire engulfed a factory at Canterbury, in Sydney's south-west, overnight.More... View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 09:51am • Sep 26, 2023

COOMA | #FRNSW Chapman Street, house fire in progress, crews on scene performing firefighting operations. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 07:57am • Sep 26, 2023
place Cooma

CANTERBURY | #FRNSW Canterbury Rd, fire in a large factory which produces white goods. Firefighting is continuing with multiple crews and an aerial appliance, traffic is heavy in the area.@CB_Express View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 06:13am • Sep 26, 2023

ENDENSOR PARK | #FRNSW Alvisio Close, fire in a two storey house, extinguished by two lines of hose, investigations are continuing.@tell_liverpool @Liverpool_Champ View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 06:01am • Sep 26, 2023
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Firefighters carry out hazard reduction burn to protect homes | Cameron Park

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has joined forces with the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) to complete a major hazard reduction operation to protect homes at Cameron Park at Lake Macquarie. More than 40 FRNSW firefighters, in four pumper appliances and... Learn more about the Firefighters carry out hazard reduction burn to protect homes at Cameron Park.

access_time 03:15pm • Sep 25, 2023
place Cameron Park
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CAMERON PARK | Firefighters carry out hazard reduction burn to protect homes - VIDEO. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has joined forces with the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) to complete a major hazard reduction operation to protect homes at Cameron... View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 03:10pm • Sep 25, 2023

MOUNT VICTORIA | #FRNSW Great Western Highway, accident involving a semi trailer, rescue in progress to remove driver. View on Twitter [external link]

access_time 12:17pm • Sep 25, 2023
place Mount Victoria

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