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Blaxland Ridge Rural Fire Brigade

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We are a volunteer fire brigade and have been part of the community for 50 years.

We are one of over 20 brigades within the Hawkesbury district which is part of the NSW Rural Fire Service.

29/10/2026

Hazard Reduction – Bowen Mountain East HR, Bowen Mountain
On behalf of the Hawkesbury Bush Fire Management Committee, the community is advised that the NSW RFS are intending to undertake the Bowen Mountain East HR (Bowen Mountain), weather and conditions permitting.
📅 Date: Friday, 30 October 2026
📍 Location: Vicinity of Lieutenant Bowen Dr & Warratah St
📏 Size: 10ha
🚒 Lead Agency: NSW Rural Fire Service
Smoke will be visible from surrounding areas following ignition on Friday morning and potentially into afternoon. Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, and motorists should drive to conditions if smoke affects visibility on nearby roads.
For Hazard Reduction information, visit the NSW RFS website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr) or the Hazards Near Me app. Alternatively, contact the Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 9450 6400.

25/10/2026

🔥The video below shows what an ember attack looks like before the main fire front arrives. You do not want to be driving in these conditions, that's why, leaving early is the safest option.

👉 www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/9425/Leaving-Early-Factsheet.pdf

21/10/2026

Congrats to the students and teachers at Colo High School who participated in the RFS Cadet Program in 2026.

Special mention to two of our own junior members who are included in this graduation and our member, Jazza Moorey for assisting with the program. 👏👏

🔥 Celebrating our RFS Cadet Program Graduates! 🚒

This morning, we were proud to host an assembly and morning tea to celebrate our students who graduated from the Rural Fire Service (RFS) Secondary Schools Cadet Program this year.

Open to students in Years 8–10, the program equips cadets with valuable practical skills and knowledge while fostering personal development and a strong sense of community responsibility.

🎉 Congratulations to all our graduates! We are incredibly proud of these students for their commitment to learning new skills and their desire to give back to our community.

This year marks the 14th year of our partnership with the RFS, a milestone made possible through the generous support of dedicated volunteers and staff from across the Hawkesbury District, working under the direction of Deputy Group Captain Phil Hurst.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this valuable program such a success. 👏

11/10/2026

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

30/09/2026

🔥 BUSH FIRE DANGER PERIOD STARTS TOMORROW

Tomorrow, 1 October, marks the beginning of the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period.

From tomorrow, you will need a fire permit before conducting a pile burn or other burn-off on your property.

Fire permits are free. For information on how to apply, visit:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

Alternatively, contact Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 4560 6400.

Before burning, check the conditions of your permit and notify your neighbours, Hawkesbury Council and the RFS at least 24 hours beforehand. Fire permits are automatically suspended during Total Fire Bans.

📸: Oakville Brigade - Escaped Pile Burn

27/09/2026

What a great training day at St Albans today. Thanks for having us St Albans Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade!

26/09/2026

You may notice ongoing smoke coming from our recent hazard reduction on Blaxlands Ridge Road. 💨💨💨

Please don’t be alarmed, some smoke can continue to be visible for several days after a burn and this is a normal part of the process.

Our crews will continue to patrol the location to ensure the burn remains within the containment lines. 🚒

Please only call 000 if you see an uncontrolled or unattended fire.

25/09/2026

Hazard Reduction – Blaxlands Ridge
The community is advised that the NSW RFS is intending to undertake the Whitehurst Hazard Reduction, weather and conditions permitting.
📅 Date: Friday, 25th September 2026
📍 Location: Blaxlands Ridge Road & Kentoleen Rd
📏 Size: 5ha
🚒 Lead Agency: NSW Rural Fire Service
Ignition on this Hazard Reduction will commence from 1400hrs
Smoke will be visible from surrounding areas throughout the day on Friday. Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, and motorists should drive to conditions if smoke affects visibility on nearby roads.
For Hazard Reduction information, visit the NSW RFS website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr) or the Hazards Near Me app. Alternatively, contact the Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 4650 6400.

Blaxland Ridge Rural Fire Brigade

Address

225 Blaxlands Ridge Road
Hawkesbury, NSW
2758

Telephone

02 45761440

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