TUMUT Rural Fire Brigade NSW RFS

13/10/2026

Could a fire truck access your home in an emergency?

When bush fires occur, firefighters need safe and reliable access to your property.

Truck sizes can vary, but a good consideration is our Cat 1 tanker which can be up to 7.8 metres long, 2.5 metres wide, and require a turning circle of approximately 22 metres.

Overgrown vegetation, narrow access tracks, low branches, soft ground, or locked gates can delay emergency response and place crews at risk.

Inspect your property access before fire season and ensure emergency vehicles can enter and exit safely. Good access helps firefighters protect your home, your family, and your community.

The NSW Rural Fire Service recommends property access tracks and driveways have:
• A minimum width of 3.5 metres.
• A vertical clearance of 4 metres from overhanging branches or structures.
• Adequate turning space for large fire appliances.
• All weather surfaces capable of supporting heavy vehicles.
• Clearly accessible gates and entrances.
Clear access can help emergency services reach your property quickly when it matters.
Learn more: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/prepare

13/10/2026

12/10/2026

11/10/2026

🎗️ is a reminder that no or emergency medical worker stands alone.

Behavioral health is part of this job, and the has resources for members and their families year-round.

Learn more ➡️ iaff.org/behavioral-health

11/10/2026

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

09/10/2026

Bush Fire Survival Plan

04/10/2026

DID YOU CAMP THIS LONG WEEKEND?

Before you pack up and leave your campsite, make sure your campfire is completely out and cold.

- Use plenty of WATER to put your fire out.
- Don’t just bury it, hot coals can stay hidden underground and potentially reignite.

Pour water over the fire, stir the ashes and coals, then add more water until everything is cool to the touch.

Before you leave, take that extra few minutes to make sure your fire is well and truly out.

Put it out. Soak it. Stir it. Check it.

03/10/2026

BUSH FIRE PREPARATION: PLAN FOR PETS, ANIMALS & NATIVE WILDLIFE

Bush Fire Survival Plan For Pets: 🐾📝

• Plan where you’ll go and how you’ll safely transport your animals.

• Have a backup person who can help if you can’t, and make sure they have a copy of your plan.

• Practise before an emergency using carriers, crates, trailers or floats. Be ready to go with up-to-date identification, food, water, leads, carriers and other essentials. Keep a copy of your pet’s microchip number, veterinary records and details of any medications they require.

• For livestock and larger animals, prepare a safe area with secure fencing, multiple easy-to-access routes and minimal flammable material. Make sure you have enough accessible feed and water for at least 3–7 days, or longer if required.

• If you evacuate, take your pets with you. Keep cats and dogs under control where possible so native wildlife can move safely through your property.

Helping Native Wildlife During Bush Fires: 🦘

During and after bush fires, wildlife may be injured, displaced, dehydrated or suffering from smoke inhalation or burns. If you find sick, injured or orphaned wildlife:

• Contact a local vet or licensed wildlife rescue group and record exactly where you found the animal. This can help reunite young wildlife with their parents and return rescued animals to their own territory.

• Injured wildlife may require specialist care. Contact a vet or licensed wildlife rescue group for advice before attempting to handle or rescue an animal.

• If you’re concerned an injured animal is hungry or dehydrated, avoid giving it food or water unless advised by a vet or wildlife carer. Native animals have specialised diets, and feeding them the wrong food, especially when they’re injured or in shock, can cause serious harm.

Plan ahead, put safety first and follow the advice of emergency services. Being prepared can help keep you, your pets and animals safe if a bush fire threatens.

🔗 MORE INFORMATION & RESOURCES

🔥 NSW RFS – Livestock & Large Animals
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/187461/Livestock-and-Large-Animal-Fact-Sheet.pdf


🐨 WIRES – Report a Wildlife Rescue
https://www.wires.org.au/report-a-rescue


🦘 NSW National Parks – Injured Wildlife
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/conservation-and-heritage/care-for-parks/injured-wildlife

30/09/2026

Today marks the official start of the bush fire season, with the Bush Fire Danger Period beginning in most NSW Local Government Areas.

If you’re planning on conducting a burn, you’ll require a fire permit from your local Fire Control Centre or brigade. Fire permits help ensure fire is used safely and reduces the danger to you, your property and the community.

Residents and land holders must know the rules when it comes to the use of fire. Along with having the required fire permits, you need to notify your local fire authority and neighbours of your intent to burn at least 24 hours in advance.

For more information on the Bush Fire Danger Period and requirements around safe burning, visit our website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP