NSW RFS Dungog Brigade

23/10/2026

We’re expecting damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall on Sunday as severe storms move across the state.

Storms are expected to develop across western NSW on Sunday morning and move east towards Sydney during the afternoon.

Further storms could affect Sydney overnight on Sunday and into Monday, before the severe weather risk shifts to the northeast coast where heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding next week.

Make sure you’re prepared and stay ahead of the storm.

🔸Tie down loose items in your yard
🔸Park undercover and away from trees or powerlines
🔸Clear your gutters of debris�🔸Keep clear of creeks and storm drains

📲 Ensure you monitor the Hazards Near Me app to stay across warnings.

🚫 If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Flash flooding is dangerous and unpredictable.

☎️�If you need assistance, call us on 132 500. If life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).

17/10/2026

Thank you to the members who assisted at the Rumbel today with cooking the bbq & serving.

12/10/2026

Today, retired group officer Les Bowden was farewelled.
Les affectionately known as Grumpy, retired Group Officer had extensive knowledge of combating fires.
To his wife Jenny, family & to those who had the privilege to work under Les’s supervision we are thinking of you.
RIP Les.

Vale Les Bowden AFSM
20.07.1938 - 01.10.2026
Today we farewelled Les "Grumpy" Bowden at a beautiful memorial service held by his family.
Les was one of our longest serving volunteers and staff members, starting in 1997 and continued for over 31 years.
He did so much for Fighter World over this time and we would like to say thank you to his wife Jenny for her support. He was a great character with a warm heart and will be sorely missed.
RIP Grumpy 🩵

12/10/2026

As thunderstorms move across NSW, lightning strikes have been detected in areas including along the northern and southern borders. Property owners are encouraged to check their properties for any signs of new fires that may have started from lightning.

A southerly change is also slowly progressing up the coast with the potential for gusty conditions ahead of the change. Stay alert and report any new fires immediately to Triple Zero (000).

A return to more Moderate fire danger returns to most areas of NSW tomorrow with milder conditions.

For the latest information on fires, visit the Hazards Near Me app and RFS website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

12/10/2026

A Total Fire Ban is in place today, Monday 12 October 2026, for the Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter area with forecast hot and windy conditions across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

11/10/2026

High Fire Danger Rating with a Total Fire Ban for today 12-10-2026

11/10/2026

Tomorrow 12-10-2026.
Please ensure all fires are extinguished by tonight.

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Monday 12 October 2026, for the Greater Sydney area with forecast Extreme fire danger and the Greater Hunter area with forecast High fire danger. Warm and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

10/10/2026

Today we remember the emergency services volunteers who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their communities, at the annual Emergency Services Volunteer Memorial Service.

The names of volunteers enshrined on the Memorial recognise personnel from NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW SES, Marine Rescue NSW and VRA Rescue NSW.

The event, held at Mrs Macquarie's Point at Sydney Botanical Gardens, will begin at 11am. A live stream of the service can be viewed on the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/nsw-emergency-services-volunteers-memorial-2026

10/10/2026

Fire Danger Rating for Sunday 11-10-2026

08/10/2026

Fire Danger Rating for Friday 9-10-2026