Articles tagged: Firefighters
Check batteries, eliminate blazes
A district fire brigade is reminding residents about the importance of taking proper care when storing and charging lithium-ion batteries after a shed caught fire at Winchelsea.
Heavy tanker assists region
Winchelsea Fire Brigade says its newest heavy tanker proved essential across what was a busy fire season.
Air support for reignited burn-off
Aircraft and on-ground support have worked together to contain and monitor an out-of-control burn-off at Bambra.
Season over but risk remains
CFA District Six officials have urged the community to remain vigilant against fire risks, despite the Fire Danger Period ending this week.
Interagency work is ‘incredible’
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both near and far from home.
Trio saddles up to support district fire brigades
Three friends have taken on an eight-day horse trail ride across the Otways to raise awareness and funds for local fire brigades, following January’s bushfires.
‘Bizzare’ callout for district crews at Larpent home
A seemingly innocent household object has been identified as the cause of a house fire at Larpent this week.
Reflection on fire season’s ‘wake-up call’
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is continuing to get in touch with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Carrying family tradition of brigade service
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is speaking with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Beeac brigade’s crucial role in busy fire season
Colac district firefighters have had a busy start to the fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is speaking with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Bright thanks to local fireys
The roller doors of the Beeac CFA shed were awash with vibrant artwork and messages of gratitude on Monday morning, as students from St Mary’s and Beeac Primary School stopped by to thank local fireys following the recent Otways fires.
Big praise for group effort
More than 170 firefighters have called Central Reserve their temporary home, with an impressive operation set to remain for coming weeks.
SES units work to support firefighters’ efforts
Winchelsea SES has become a hive of activity, with members doing their bit to assist firefighters with responding to the Carlisle River bushfire.
Crews praised for fire response
Interstate crews who assisted on the ground and behind the scenes during the Otways bushfires are returning home, with members from near and far working to keep communities safe.
Otways fire response continues
Firefighters are working to secure perimeters around two major Otways bushfires after a significant area of forest habitat has been destroyed.
Firefighters attend multiple burn-offs
Firefighting crews have turned out to three burn-offs in the Otways across the last week, including during the Fire Danger Period.
Service honour for firefighters
Cororooke Fire Brigade has honoured its members for their commitment to the brigade, while warning to be vigilant with another testing fire season ahead.
Crews work to tackle Chapple Vale grass fire
Firefighters have worked to control a grass and scrub fire at Chapple Vale.
WE WILL WALK: Farmers consider firefighting future with proposed levy
District farmers are considering stepping down from their firefighting roles if a proposed levy is passed in parliament this week.
Firefighters urging caution for long weekend
CFA members have warned of the fire risk across the Colac district this long weekend, with “a spike in weather conditions” approaching on Monday.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Colac firefighters delight kinder kids
Colac’s Winifred Nance Kindergarten had an exciting visit from members of the Colac Fire Brigade.
Apollo Bay getaways postponed
The coronavirus pandemic has forced the Apollo Bay Chamber of Commerce to postpone its offer of free accommodation to volunteer firefighters.
Grassfire burns across district
A grassfire started by a ride-on lawnmower at Yeo, east of Colac, on Saturday burnt about 54 hectares before firefighters brought the blaze under control.
CHAMPIONSHIPS INCIDENT: Smoking fire truck causes stir
IRREWARRA fire brigade caused a stir at the state’s annual rural firefighting championships when its truck caught on fire.
