Cambridge Fire Brigade - Tasmania

16/10/2026

On Tuesday 20 October Parks and Wildlife will be undertaking a Fuel Reduction Burn in the Stringybark Gully (Belbins Rd) area of the Meehan Range. The planned burn will take 2-4days to complete.

Winds are forecast north to north-westerly 15 to 20 km/h.
Residents of Mt Rumney area should be prepared for smoke.
There is a forecast high chance of showers and thunderstorm for Tuesday afternoon.

🔥ℹ️ Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area

Weather permitting, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn:
ℹ️ on Tuesday, 20 October
ℹ️ at Meehan Range - Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area
ℹ️ of approximately 134 hectares
ℹ️ which will likely take 2-4 days to complete.

Further information about this burn is available by contacting Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service on 6165 4053.

This burn is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing the bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities.

📌 A map of planned fuel reduction burns is available at - www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow

09/10/2026

🔥 Tasmanians are being urged to take extra caution against bushfires over the coming days, with increased fire danger weather forecast for several parts of the state on Saturday.

A high fire danger rating has been forecast for North East, East Coast, Midlands, Upper Derwent Valley, South East and Central Plateau districts due to warmer, dry weather and gusty westerly winds.

These conditions mean that fires can start easily and spread quickly.

While there are currently no fire restrictions in place and the Fire Permit Period has not yet commenced, we're asking the community to take a few simple steps to help keep Tasmania safe:

✅ Check any campfires, burn-offs or fire pits lit in recent days or weeks and make sure they are fully extinguished. Remember: soak it, stir it, soak it again.
✅ Review your bushfire survival plan so you know what you'll do if a fire starts.
✅ Stay informed through the TasALERT app, TasALERT or ABC Local Radio.
✅ If you see smoke, flames, or a fire that appears to have reignited, don't assume someone else has reported it. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

We're working hard to keep the community safe, but everyone has a role to play in reducing fire risk.

02/10/2026

📝 By signing up to the Bushfire Ready Challenge, you receive expert advice and guidance on how to best prepare for the Bushfire season.

🏡 By working through the tasks, you will be better prepared and more confident in your Bushfire Plan https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/my-bushfire-plan 📋

Follow this link to sign up today:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CcXWRTArn

Join the Bushfire-Ready Challenge for weekly challenges making sure you, your home and your family ready for bushfire season. Sign up today!

19/09/2026

🔥ℹ️ Tasmania Fire Service is urging all Tasmanians to take extra care this weekend, with elevated fire dangers forecast across much of the state on Sunday.

⚠️ Recent dry conditions mean vegetation can still ignite and fires may spread quickly if they start.

🤝 Help us keep Tasmania safe by:
➡️ Making sure any fires lit in recent days or weeks, including fire pits and other outdoor fires, are fully extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.
➡️ Checking your bushfire plan and prepare your property.

📲 If you do see any signs of fire re-igniting such as smoke and flames, call Triple Zero (000).

📌 Keep up to date with warnings and information on the TasALERT app or at TasALERT.com, or by listening to ABC Local Radio.

🗒️ Prepare your property and have a bushfire plan: www.bushfire.tas.gov.au

18/09/2026

🔥ℹ️ Tasmania Fire Service is asking all Tasmanians to be extra cautious over the coming days, with High Fire Danger forecast for Sunday (20 September) across much of the state including:
📌 King Island
📌 Furneaux Islands
📌 North East
📌 East Coast
📌 Midlands
📌 Upper Derwent Valley
📌 South East, and
📌 Western districts.

⚠️ Strong winds and dry conditions mean fires can start easily and spread quickly.

While the Fire Permit Period has not yet commenced and there are currently no restrictions in place, we're asking everyone to take a few simple precautions:
✅ Check any campfires, burn-offs or fire pits lit in recent days or weeks and make sure they are fully extinguished. Remember: soak it, stir it, soak it again.
✅ Review your bushfire survival plan and make sure you know what you'll do if a fire starts.
✅ Stay informed through the TasALERT app, TasALERT.com, or ABC Local Radio.
✅ If you see smoke, flames, or a fire that appears to have reignited, don't assume someone else has reported it. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

🤝 We're working hard to keep the community safe, but everyone has a role to play in reducing fire risk. Please take extra caution in the use of fire over the coming days.

For bushfire preparedness information, visit bushfire.tas.gov.au.

10/09/2026

🌭BBQ FUNDRAISER!🌭
Cambridge Fire Brigade are having a BBQ fundraiser at Bunnings Mornington on THIS SATURDAY 12th September from 9am.
Please come along to support your local Fire Brigade! 🚒🚒

10/09/2026

Tasmania Fire Service, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service, Sustainable Timber Tasmania, Tasmania SES and the Bureau of Meteorology met in Launceston today to assess the seasonal outlook, and agencies' preparations for bushfires.

Tasmania’s bushfire outlook for spring is heightened in the state's North East, including the Furneaux Group and East Coast, due to below average predicted rainfall over the coming months.

While spring rainfall could ease conditions, fire agencies are urging everyone to prepare now.

Don’t wait until it’s too late:
🔥 Know your bushfire risk
🌳 Clean up yards and paddocks
🍂 Clear roof gutters and remove flammable waste from around your home
🗒️ Make and practice your bushfire plan

🔥 Bushfire, why risk it?

28/08/2026

Fuel reduction burn, Monday 31st August, for 2-3 days. Meehan Range, near Risdon.
Winds predicted to be light, north-westerly.

🔥ℹ️ Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area…

Weather permitting, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn:
ℹ️ on Monday 31 August
ℹ️ at Basin Hills - Meehan Range - Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area
ℹ️ of approximately 85 hectares
ℹ️ which will likely take 2-3 days to complete.

Further information about this burn is available by contacting Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service on 6165 4053.

This burn is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing the bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities.

📌 A map of planned fuel reduction burns is available at - www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow

17/07/2026

If you see fire trucks and firefighters in the Dodges Ferry, Sorell and Primrose Sands areas tomorrow (Saturday, 18 July) between 7.00am and 3.00pm - please don't be alarmed, it's planned training.

18/05/2026

National Volunteer Week Cambridge Fire Brigade ❤️🚒

Today marks the beginning of National Volunteer Week a time to recognise and celebrate the incredible people who give their time, energy, and hearts to support others and strengthen our community 🏡❤️

Behind every callout, training night, and community event are volunteers who quietly show up, give their all, and make a difference every single day 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒🤝

Over the next week, we’ll be celebrating the people behind Cambridge Fire Brigade the dedication, teamwork, and commitment that makes our brigade what it is.

To every volunteer, thank you for everything you do. Your time, sacrifice, and support do not go unnoticed, and our community is stronger because of you 👏❤️

Photos: Cambridge Fire Brigade during a training sessions and community events highlighting skills, teamwork, dedication, and the important role volunteers play within our community. ❤️🚒