Wattle Glen Fire Brigade

🚒🔥 TRAINING ALERT! 🔥🚒

Keep an eye out tomorrow 👀 You may spot our trucks around town as we take part in a brigade training exercise! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒🚒

Training helps keep our members skilled, prepared and ready to respond when our community needs us most 💪🔥✅

📸 This photo was taken during training at Ellis Cottage on Wednesday night 🌙🏡

🚨 For information on real incidents and emergency warnings, be sure to check VicEmergency📱

👋😊 See us out and about? Give us a wave!

💛🚒 National Volunteer Week 🚒💛

Did you know every member at Wattle Glen CFA is a volunteer? 🚒

This week we celebrate and thank volunteers everywhere — including the many CFA members who continue to give their time, skills and energy to help keep communities safe.

From responding to emergencies, attending training, supporting community events, fundraising, maintaining equipment, mentoring new members and everything in between — volunteers are at the heart of what we do 🙌

A special thank you as well to our local community for the ongoing support you show our brigade and volunteers throughout the year ❤️

Community supporting community.

🏠🔥 Home Fire Escape Planning 🔥🏠

When a fire happens, every second counts. Having a home fire escape plan can help you act quickly and safely 🚒

A few simple things to think about:
• Know 2 ways out of every room 🚪
• Choose a safe meeting spot outside (letterbox, front gate etc.) 📍
• Practise your plan with everyone in the house 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Stay low if there’s smoke 👇
• Get out and stay out — never go back inside for belongings ❌
• Once safely outside, call 000 and ask for FIRE ☎️

Taking a few minutes to plan now could make all the difference ❤️🔥

What is a home fire escape plan Do you know what a Home Fire Escape Plan is? CFA staff member Adam explains what they are and how to make your own. Owner: CFA's Community Engagement TeamUpl...

🚒 💪Still busy at Wattle Glen CFA 💪 🚒

Even as the weather cools down, our crews are still keeping busy.

Our operational firefighters have been training in draughting — practising how to fill trucks from static water sources like dams and creeks — while also supporting our new recruits through their General Firefighter training.

🔥 If you’re planning a burn-off, please remember to:
• Register your burn 👉 https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/contact/register-your-burn-off
• Check any local council requirements 👉 https://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Residents/Fire-flood-and-emergencies/Fire-and-heat/Preparing-your-property-for-fire/Apply-for-a-permit-to-burn-off

This helps ensure burn-offs are done safely and reduces unnecessary call-outs.

Thanks for continuing to support your local brigade 🙌🔥

🔥🌧️ Fire Danger Period Ended 🌧️🔥

The Fire Danger Period has now finished in our area.

While restrictions have eased, it’s still important to take care when burning off. If you’re planning a burn:

✅ Register your burn-off before you light up:
https://www.firepermits.vic.gov.au

✅ Make sure you comply with all relevant regulations, including local laws and council requirements
✅ Check weather conditions — avoid windy days
✅ Ensure you have enough water and equipment on hand
✅ Never leave a fire unattended
✅ Make sure it is fully extinguished when finished

Registering your burn helps prevent unnecessary emergency call-outs and keeps everyone informed.

For more info from CFA about Wattle Glen, head to https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/home/local-information

Thanks to our community for doing their part throughout the Fire Danger Period 🙌🔥

🔥 While fire restrictions are easing in some areas, the Fire Danger Period is still in place for all councils within District 14 until 1:00am, Tuesday 7 April 2026.

Please continue to take care and follow all fire restrictions — conditions can still change quickly.

If you don’t obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted.

Thank you for doing your part to keep our community safe 🚒

🌧️🔥 Fire Danger Period Reminder 🔥🌧️

The recent rain has been lovely 🌧️, but we’re still in the Fire Danger Period.

That means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit. If you don't obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted 🙅‍♀️🔥

🌧️ Enjoy the rain while it lasts, and keep an eye out for ducks on the roads 🦆🚗

🚫🔥 So even with the rain, no burn-offs during the FDP.

🔎 Learn more about the Fire Danger Period and what it means for you:

About the Fire Danger Period The Fire Danger Period is when CFA restricts the use of fire in the community. This is to help prevent fires from starting.

🚂🌙 The Community Night Run is back at the Diamond Valley Railway on Sunday 8 March!

🚒 Wattle Glen CFA will be there fundraising, selling glowsticks and with one of our trucks on display for all to explore. Come say hello!

✨ Enjoy a ride through the bushland of Eltham Lower Park, pick up a glowstick, or have an evening picnic on the oval.

💛 More info: www.dvr.com.au

Our popular Community Night Run is back on Sunday the 8th of March! The Railway will operate from 11:00am until 11:00pm, with a short break in operations between 5:00-6:00pm.

You’ll journey through the bushland of Eltham Lower Park, lit by passing signals and locomotive headlights. The CFA will also be selling glowsticks to illuminate your journey!

In between rides, enjoy an evening picnic on the oval or a walk around the Park. Food vendors will be in the Park, and nearby shops are located at Bolton Street and in Eltham township.

Tickets are $5.00 per person per ride, and children under two ride for free. Tickets are obtained on the day and cannot be purchased online.

For more information visit www.dvr.com.au, and make sure to stay informed by heading to https://www.facebook.com/share/1HqVfCj2qt/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🚨 Total Fire Ban – Tuesday 17th Feb 🚨

Fire danger is rated EXTREME today. Fires can start easily and escalate fast, so the goal is to avoid being caught in an emergency situation. Leaving early is the safest option.

🧭 A quick check of your fire plan now can make decisions easier later — or create one here if you haven’t yet:
https://fireplanner.vic.gov.au 📋

🚫 Before doing anything that could cause a spark, check today’s restrictions:
http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-cant-i

💧 It’s also going to be hot — keep cool, stay hydrated, and check in on people or animals who may need a hand or a reminder.

Small preparation now makes a big difference later 🙌🔥