NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland/Macarthur District

14/10/2026

Crews from the Cumberland Macarthur, Hawkesbury, and The Hills RFS Districts were called to reports of a structure fire at Grantham Farm shortly after 4:30 am on Thursday.

Assisted by Fire and Rescue NSW, firefighters arrived to find a commercial premises well alight, with fire spreading into the roof space.

Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries.

Firefighters will remain on scene throughout the morning to extinguish any remaining hotspots and ensure the area is safe.



NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command

Schofields Rural Fire Brigade
Londonderry Rural Fire Brigade
NSW RFS - Plumpton Brigade
NSW RFS - Regentville Brigade
NSW Rural Fire Service
NSW RFS - Hawkesbury District
Fire and Rescue NSW

11/10/2026

🚫🔥 A Total Fire Ban is in place today, Monday 12 October 2026.

Know the rules and what it means for you. Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/toban for more information.

Stay up to date with current conditions by downloading the Hazards Near Me app

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

🚫 TOTAL FIRE BAN — MONDAY 12 OCTOBER 2026

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow for:

🔴 Greater Sydney — Extreme fire danger
🟠 Greater Hunter — High fire danger

Warm and windy conditions are forecast across parts of NSW, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk, review your bush fire survival plan and make sure everyone in your household knows what to do if fire threatens.

📞 Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For Total Fire Ban rules and the latest fire danger ratings, visit the website:
www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

Blacktown City Council
Camden Council
Campbelltown City Council, NSW
Fairfield City Council
Liverpool City Council Australia
Penrith City Council

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

🚶💜 The walking continues at the 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer Macarthur

The weather has now cleared, and our amazing volunteers are keeping their feet moving as part of the combined emergency services team. We even had a visit from PolAir, adding a little extra excitement to the day! 🚁

If you’re looking for something to do this afternoon, come on down, soak up the atmosphere and cheer on everyone taking part. A friendly wave or a few words of encouragement can make all the difference as our walkers keep going for this important cause!

Our NSW RFS - Eastern Creek Brigade is also here with a static display. Drop by, meet the crew and have a chat about bushfire safety and how you can prepare your home and family.

A big thank you to our volunteers, fellow emergency services members and everyone supporting the event. It’s wonderful to see the community coming together. 👏

Come along, say hello and help keep our walkers smiling! 💜

Catherine Field Rural Fire Brigade
NSW RFS - Macarthur Communications Brigade
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command

10/10/2026

It was great to catch up with some of our dedicated volunteers today who are participating in the 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer Macarthur!

An incredible effort by the combined Emergency Services Team, who have raised funds in support of this wonderful cause! 👏💛

The team brings together members from NSW Police Force, Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Ambulance, NSW SES and the NSW Rural Fire Service, all united in their commitment to making a difference.

It's fantastic to see our emergency services personnel coming together, not only to protect our communities but also to support such an important cause.

Congratulations to everyone involved on an outstanding fundraising effort! 🚒🚓🚑💛

🚶‍♂️🔥 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer – We’re Back! 💛

Catherine Field Rural Fire Brigade is proud to once again be taking part in the 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer at Campbelltown Athletics Centre today!

Our members are joining the Emergency Services Team, standing shoulder to shoulder with our fellow first responders and the local community to support those affected by cancer. 💛

Every lap, every step and every dollar raised helps support vital cancer services and support networks right here in the Macarthur region.

Cancer touches so many lives, including those of our families, friends, colleagues and the communities we serve. Today is about coming together, showing our support and making a difference for those who need it most.

A big thank you to everyone taking part, volunteering, donating and supporting this incredible event. ❤️

Together, we can make every step count. 🙌🔥

NSW Rural Fire Service Fire and Rescue NSW NSW Police Force NSW Ambulance NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland/Macarthur District

09/10/2026

🚶 Come on down today to the 24hr Walk Against Cancer Macarthur and cheer on our amazing volunteers, who are taking part as members of the emergency services team!

Our Eastern Creek Brigade will also be there with a static display, offering bushfire safety advice and answering questions from the community.

Come along, say hello and support everyone walking for this important cause! 💜

Campbelltown City Council, NSW
Blacktown City Council
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command

05/10/2026

🔥 BUSH FIRE DANGER PERIOD – FIRE PERMITS REQUIRED

October marks the official start of the Bush Fire Danger Period across most of NSW, including all six Local Government Areas within the Western Sydney District:

📍 Blacktown
📍 Camden
📍 Campbelltown
📍 Fairfield
📍 Liverpool
📍 Penrith

If you’re planning to conduct a burn, it’s important to know the rules before you light up.

🔥 During the Bush Fire Danger Period, a Fire Permit is required before lighting a fire in the open.

🏡 All six Local Government Areas within the Western Sydney District also require approval or permission from the relevant Council for open burning.

📢 In addition to obtaining the necessary approvals and Fire Permit, residents and landholders must notify their neighbours and the relevant fire authority at least 24 hours before lighting the fire.

Fire Permits and notification requirements help ensure fire is used safely and reduce the risk to you, your property and the wider community.

Before conducting any burn, make sure you understand the requirements that apply to your property and have all necessary approvals in place.

For more information about the Bush Fire Danger Period, Fire Permits and safe burning, visit the NSW RFS website.
www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

Blacktown City Council
Camden Council
Campbelltown City Council, NSW
Fairfield City Council
Liverpool City Council Australia
Penrith City Council

03/10/2026

⏰ DAYLIGHT SAVING STARTS TONIGHT

Daylight Saving starts on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

At 2:00am, clocks move forward one hour to 3:00am.

Before heading to bed tonight, don’t forget to move your clocks forward one hour.

SPRING FORWARD ⏰

03/10/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL

For people in Metropolitan and parts of Illawarra, Central Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains and Hunter Forecast Districts.

Issued at 3:42 pm Saturday, 3 October 2026.

Severe thunderstorms through central and southeastern parts of the state.

Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms continue about a surface trough through central and southeastern parts of the state.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Katoomba, Penrith, Parramatta and Bowral.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Southern Tablelands district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

A more Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued to people in Sydney Newcastle Wollongong and surrounding areas. Other warnings may be current.

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Bureau of Meteorology
Blacktown City Council
Camden Council
Campbelltown City Police Area Command
Fairfield City Council
Liverpool City Council Australia
Penrith City Council
Penrith NSW State Emergency Service

25/09/2026

🔥 HAZARD REDUCTION – WEDDERBURN 🔥

Today we have a large number of NSW RFS firefighters in Wedderburn, just south of Campbelltown, preparing to undertake an important hazard reduction burn.

Crews have completed their operational briefing and are now moving into position to commence this long-awaited burn between Katanna and Minerva Roads.

With favourable conditions, this burn will help reduce fuel loads and the potential impact of future bush fires on the surrounding community.

🚒 What to expect

Smoke and ash may be visible across the surrounding area, and access to tracks and trails near the burn will be restricted while operations are underway.

Residents close to the burn are encouraged to:

🪟 Keep doors and windows closed
🪑 Keep outdoor furniture under cover
🏊‍♂️ Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
🧺 Remove washing from clotheslines
🐶 Ensure pets have a protected area
🚘 Slow down if driving through smoke, keep windows up and headlights on
🕵️‍♂️ Keep away from the burn area and follow directions from firefighters
😮‍💨 If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activity if affected by smoke and follow your health management plan.

Crews will remain in the area following the burn to ensure it is made safe.

📱 For the latest information, check the Hazards Near Me NSW app or visit the NSW RFS website.

Campbelltown City Council, NSW
NSW Rural Fire Service
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
Wedderburn Rural Fire Brigade
Lynwood Park Rural Fire Brigade
NSW RFS Southern Highlands
Campbelltown City Police Area Command