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FRNSW battling to protect multiple buildings as warehouse erupts in flames | Grafton

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is working to contain a major fire in a building in Grafton, on the state's northern rivers. More than 40 firefighters and 12 fire trucks responded to the inferno inside a large commercial shed on Fitzroy... Learn more about the FRNSW battling to protect multiple buildings as warehouse erupts in flames at Grafton.

access_time 05:53pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Grafton
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GRAFTON | UPDATE 1 - large warehouse fire burning and threatening to spread to adjoining buildings on Fitzroy Street. #FRNSW @RFS working to stop the spread, more than 12 fire trucks and 40 FFs on scene. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance assisting with operation View on X [external link]

access_time 05:28pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Grafton
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GRAFTON | #FRNSW are working to contain a fire on Fitzroy St. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance on scene. View on X [external link]

access_time 04:35pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Grafton
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ROSELANDS | #FRNSW 4 Crews are on scene working to contain a large oil spill spread through multiple streets in the area. @ourcbcity View on X [external link]

access_time 03:36pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Roselands
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BALRANALD | #FRNSW are on scene at a truck rollover on the Sturt Hwy in the states south west. @nswpolice @balranaldshire View on X [external link]

access_time 02:09pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Balranald
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KOONDROOK | #FRNSW FFs are assisting VIC FB and @NSWRFS to extinguish a house fire on Punt Rd. View on X [external link]

access_time 01:23pm • Dec 28, 2022
place Koondrook
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CESSNOCK | #FNRSW FFs are working to extinguish a grass fire on Vincent St. @CessnockCouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 10:52am • Dec 28, 2022
place Cessnock
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REDFERN | #FRNSW - have investgated the reports of a train fire using heat detecting equipment and a gas detector, no fire located. The train will now be check over by train mechanics. View on X [external link]

access_time 09:41am • Dec 28, 2022
place Redfern
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RT @NSWRFS: Due to forecast hot and windy conditions, a Total Fire Ban is in place today for the Southern and Northern Riverina areas. Know your fire risk and what you and your family will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000). #NSWRFS View on X [external link]

access_time 09:33am • Dec 28, 2022
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REDFERN | #FRNSW FFs are responding to reports of a train fire on Eveleigh St. View on X [external link]

access_time 09:22am • Dec 28, 2022
place Redfern
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NORTH ST MARYS | #FRNSW Crews are on scene at a car crash on Forrester Rd. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @penrithcouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 08:26am • Dec 28, 2022
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FIVE DOCK | #FRNSW have extinguished a fire in a domestic garage on Harris Road near Henry St. No injuries reported. @nswpolice @LiveTrafficSyd Fire trucks still on scene traffic in the area is impacted. View on X [external link]

access_time 06:48pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Five Dock
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HEBERSHAM | #FRNSW FFs are working to extinguish a house totally involved in fire on Macartney Cr. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @blacktowncc View on X [external link]

access_time 02:45pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Hebersham
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Fire and Rescue NSW responds to blaze and major gas leak in row of shops | Newport

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is at the scene of a fire and major gas leak in a shopping complex in Newport, on Sydney's northern beaches. More than 30 FRNSW firefighters and eight fire trucks were called in to attack the... Learn more about the Fire and Rescue NSW responds to blaze and major gas leak in row of shops at Newport.

access_time 02:23pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Newport
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DUBBO | #FRNSW Crews are on scene at an electrical fire on Macquarie St. Approximately 200 people evacuated from the location. @nswpolice @DubboCouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 01:44pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Dubbo
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YARRAGUNDRY | #FRNSW FFs are working with @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @NSWRFS to free two trapped occupants after a multi vehicle crash on the Sturt Hwy. @WaggaCouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 01:38pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Yarragundry
turned_in_not Incident

NEWPORT | #FRNSW Crews are responding to reports of a building fire on Barrenjoey Rd. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @beachescouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 12:15pm • Dec 27, 2022
place Newport
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BALMAIN | #FRNSW FFs are on scene at a unit fire on Elliot St. @NSWAmbulance @nswpolice @IWCouncil View on X [external link]

access_time 10:49am • Dec 27, 2022
place Balmain
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PADSTOW | #FRNSW Crews have responded to a house fire on Richardson Ave. All persons safely evacuated. View on X [external link]

access_time 08:56am • Dec 27, 2022
place Padstow
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GREYSTANES | #FRNSW Crews are on scene after a two car crash on the Jersey Rd off ramp of the M4. FFs are working to free the trapped occupant of one car. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @CumberlandSyd View on X [external link]

access_time 04:39pm • Dec 26, 2022
place Greystanes
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APPIN | #FRNSW Crews are assisting @NSWRFS extinguish a bushfire burning on Appin Rd. Traffic stopped in both directions. @nswpolice are on scene. View on X [external link]

access_time 03:35pm • Dec 26, 2022
place Appin
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RT @NSWRFS: We’ve already seen a number of grass fires start after only a few warm & windy days. The Abattoir Rd Fire, near Mudgee burnt through 8ha before being contained by #NSWRFS & @FRNSW firefighters. It’s important to understand your risk & prepare accordingly. View on X [external link]

access_time 03:23pm • Dec 26, 2022
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RT @NSWRFS: WATCH AND ACT - Abbatoir Rd Fire (Mid Western LGA) - Prepare Now - Menah#NSWRFS firefighters are working to contain a grass fire burning close to homes between Abbatoir Rd and Tuckermans Rd at Menah. Firefighters are working to contain the fire. Prepare now. View on X [external link]

access_time 02:23pm • Dec 26, 2022
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WHITTINGHAM | #FRNSW FFs alongside @NSWAmbulance have freed an trapped occupant after two car crash on the New England Hwy. @Singleton_NSW View on X [external link]

access_time 12:25pm • Dec 26, 2022
place Whittingham
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ROSE BAY | #FRNSW and the Port Authority of NSW have contained a leak of diesel that has spilled into the harbour near South Head Road. FFs stopped the leak from a gernerator, the Port Authority has placed chemical containment booms around the spill in the water. @NSW_EPA View on X [external link]

access_time 10:05am • Dec 26, 2022
place Rose Bay
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ROSE BAY | #FRNSW Crews have responded to a hazardous materials incident on New South Head Rd after reports of diesel leaking in to the harbour. View on X [external link]

access_time 09:51am • Dec 26, 2022
place Rose Bay
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MERRYLANDS | #FRNSW FFs are on scene at a car fire on Marin Pl. @CumberlandSyd View on X [external link]

access_time 09:29am • Dec 26, 2022
place Merrylands
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GRANVILLE | #FRNSW Crews are working to extinguish a unit block fire on Boronia St. All persons self evacuated. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance are on scene. @CumberlandSyd View on X [external link]

access_time 07:24am • Dec 26, 2022
place Granville
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ROYALLA (Queanbeyan) | #FRNSW using hydraulic tools to cut away the side of a car for @NSWAmbulance so a driver can be assessed and rescued after a crash on Old Cooma Rd - south of Burra Rd. @nswpolice @LiveTrafficNSW View on X [external link]

access_time 01:33pm • Dec 24, 2022
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TOMAGO | #FRNSW extinguishing a fire in a campervan on the Pacific Hwy north bound. North bound lanes closed at Tomago Rd which is just north of the Hexham bridge @nswpolice @LiveTrafficNSW View on X [external link]

access_time 10:45am • Dec 24, 2022
place Tomago
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