Kyogle Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade

22/09/2026

Over the last few days crews have been down at the Seery Road fire working alongside other brigades to contain the fire.
Crews worked late into the night conducting back burns and patrols.
It’s great seeing so many crews on the ground coming together to help 🚒🚒🚒🚒

27/08/2026

🔥 BUSH FIRE DANGER PERIOD – STARTS 1 SEPTEMBER 🔥

The Bush Fire Danger Period will commence on Tuesday, 1 September 2026 across the Lismore, Richmond Valley, Ballina, Byron, Tweed and Kyogle LGAs.

From this date, a Fire Permit is required before lighting a fire in the open.

If you’re planning to burn, please make sure you:

* Obtain the required Fire Permit before lighting up.
* Notify the NSW RFS and your neighbours at least 24 hours before burning.
* Check the Fire Danger Rating and whether a Total Fire Ban is in place.
* Have adequate equipment and water available to control the fire.
* Never leave a fire unattended.

🔥 Planning a burn? Notifications can be submitted online through the NSW RFS at rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify.

31/03/2026

We would like to give a friendly reminder that even though the bushfire danger period will end at midnight tonight (31st March) , you are still required to notify your intention to burn to the Rural Fire Service. Follow the link below or call 02 6626 6922.

This is not a new rule, but with more people moving into rural areas, it is important for everyone to follow the rules.
If your fire is reported to 000 and you've failed to notify the RFS, significant fines can be issued.

Notifying all adjoining neighbours (including those directly across a road or creek) at least 24 hours prior to lighting, is still a requirement, regardless of the time of year.

Volunteers do not want to attend if you do not require help, so we ask you to take a few minutes to notify your intention.

Notify 24/7 in just a few minutes.
www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

Thanks Casino Rural Fire Brigade for letting us use your post 😜

13/02/2026

FLOOD RESCUE - FRIDAY 4.10am - KYOGLE

Following a number of flood rescues across the northern part of our region, we are again urging the community to heed this simple but critical message.

IF ITS FLOODED, FORGET IT !!!!

This morning Kyogle Flood Rescue members were activated after a vehicle was swept into floodwaters at Collins Creek. Thankfully, the occupant was able to self-extricate and cling to trees in the middle of the creek, quite some distance down the river.

SES crews conducted a successful boat rescue, and the person was treated for exposure and shock.

Floodwater is unpredictable, fast-moving, and far more powerful than it appears. It only takes a small amount of moving water to carry away a vehicle.

Our crews remain ready to respond — but the safest rescue is the one that never has to happen.

If it’s flooded, forget it.

29/11/2025

Over the past month, Kyogle HQ and Woodenbong Rural Fire Brigade have been training new members to join our two brigades.

Today, these 5 members have completed and passed their firefighter courses and are now equipped with the skills and confidence to join our experienced firefighters in responding to a wide range of emergencies in the community.

We are very happy to welcome 2 new members to Kyogle HQ and 3 new members to Woodenbong.

It’s always great to have new members volunteer their time to give back to the community.

27/10/2025

Updated: 5:40pm - Firefighters are gaining the upper hand on the fire and are holding it on the western side of Plumbago Creek. The fire has been now been downgraded to Advice. Those in the vicinity should continue to monitor conditions and stay up-to-date with the latest information.
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Watch & Act: Sugarbag Rd Fire, Drake (Tenterfield LGA) - Leave Now If Not Prepared - Bruxner Rd between 'The Sticks' and Bruxner Hwy

Firefighters are on scene of a bush fire burning in the vicinity of Sugarbag Rd, Drake, 50kms to the west of Casino. The fire is burning in a southeasterly direction towards Bruxner Rd. Those in the vicinity of Bruxner Rd between the locality know as 'The Sticks' and the Bruxner Hwy should Leave Now If Not Prepared in a southwest direction towards Tenterfield.

For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app and the website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/major-fire-updates/mfu?id=12264

26/10/2025

Total fire ban today, Monday 27 October 2025

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Monday, 27 October 2025 for the Far North Coast, North Coast, Northern Slopes and New England areas. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

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