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We responded to 125,583 incidents in 2021-22. The incidents displayed below are note-worthy incidents that have been published as media releases or tweets. Details about incidents may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
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A smoke alarm, recently installed by Fire and Rescue NSW, has saved a family of four from a fire inside their Central Tablelands home. Firefighters were called to the property in Hawkes Drive, Oberon, yesterday, after reports a toaster had caught... Learn more about the Family of four saved by FRNSW fire safety advice at Oberon.
CASTLE HILL | #FRNSW are currently assisting at a crash involving a bus and car on Doran Dr. @nswpolice are also in attendance. View on X [external link]
Whether it's a workmate, sibling or friend, chances are someone you know might be struggling. This #RUOKDay, like any day, take time to check in with those around you. Ask the question and really listen to what they say Learn when and how to ask at View on X [external link]
The captain of Cessnock Fire Station was checking local fire hydrants when he struck up a chat with youth support worker, Sharon. They got talking about firefighting, she looked into the job, applied and never looked back. Ready to join our team? Visit: View on X [external link]
CARDIFF HEIGHTS | #FRNSW are currently on scene at a crash between a car and truck. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are in attendance. View on X [external link]
BUXTON | #FRNSW rescue trucks from Picton are assisting numerous @RFS @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice at a serious crash on East Pde involving numerous casualties. A medical team that arrived by helicopter is also in attendance. View on X [external link]
Emergency teams are working to salvage a school bus which crashed in the Snowy Mountains, triggering a major rescue operation involving Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW). 36 children and 5 adults, on a school ski trip, were onboard the vehicle when... Learn more about the School bus to be salvaged after major crash at Snowy Mountains.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have saved the lives of three people after they were overcome by carbon monoxide gas in a home at Rosehill, in Sydney's west. Crews from Parramatta and Silverwater Fire Stations rushed to the Hope Street... Learn more about the Firefighters save three people from poisonous gas at Rosehill.
ROSEHILL | FFs wearing breathing apparatus rescued 3 people from a home who were overcome by poisonous carbon monoxide gas from a faulty gas heater tonight. #FRNSW provided initial emergency care until the arrival of @NSWAmbulance a short time later, all transported to hospital View on X [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW is conducting an internal investigation after a collision between one of its fire trucks and a light rail vehicle in Haymarket today. Around 10:50am, the fire pumper was responding to an emergency incident when the crash occurred... Learn more about the Investigations continue into collision involving FRNSW truck and light rail vehicle at Haymarket.
A large house was destroyed by fire in Northwood on Sydney's Lower North Shore overnight. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls about the blaze in Cliff Road at 10.50 pm. More than 50 firefighters took just... Learn more about the Large home destroyed by fire at Northwood.
From our #FRNSW family to yours, we wish all the fathers and father figures in our community a safe and happy #FathersDay. We hope you have a special day! View on X [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) took two hours to extinguish a fire in a two-level residential complex in Charlestown near Newcastle earlier this morning. Multiple Triple Zero (000) calls were received about the blaze at the Fraser Parade property just before... Learn more about the Fire completely destroys unit at Charlestown.
EAST LISMORE | We are assisting @RFS to battle a blaze at the waste recycling centre in Wyralla Rd. The fire is burning in an open area. Addtionally #FRNSW hazmat crews are in attendance to monitor and consult with @NSW_EPA and @LismoreCouncil View on X [external link]
A working smoke alarm has potentially saved the lives of a mother and her toddler son, who escaped a house fire in the Northern Rivers today. Around 10:40am, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) was called to the property on Melaleuca Way... Learn more about the Smoke alarm alerts mother and child to house fire at South Grafton.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators are examining the ruins of a home, destroyed by fire overnight at Emu Plains, in Sydney's west. The fire broke out just after 11.30pm in a single storey house in Nepean Street. Crews from 12 fire... Learn more about the Investigations underway into Emu Plains fire at Emu Plains.
SOUTH WINDSOR | Home totally involve in fire on Tasman Place. #FRNSW has 12 Fire trucks responding, FFs working to stop fire spreading to adjoining homes.@nswpolice @NSWAmbulance View on X [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is working with engineers to assess a home which has partially collapsed in Sydney's north-west. Around 12:30pm today, firefighters were called to Anzac Avenue in Denistone after the property's roof suddenly caved in, causing the external... Learn more about the Home partially collapses in Sydney's north-west at Denistone.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the public not to become complacent about home safety just because winter has ended. This winter resulted in 16 residential fire deaths across NSW, the highest death toll on record and four times the... Learn more about the Don’t let your fire guard down after the deadliest winter at .
MENANGLE | Truck Fire. #FRNSW FFs are currently working to extinguish a truck and trailer fire Northbound on the Hume Highway. @NSWRFS @LiveTrafficSyd @nswpolice View on X [external link]
SILVERWATER/LAKE MACQUARIE | Rescue incident. #FRNSW Specialist trained rescue FF's are currently working on extricating a person who has fallen down an embankment. @NSWRFS and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. View on X [external link]
On Tuesday, #FRNSW firefighters responded to this waste truck fire. Batteries, gas cylinders and fuels can cause fires when processed, and should only be disposed of through select processing services For information on hazardous waste disposal, speak with your local council. View on X [external link]
SURRY HILLS | #FRNSW working to contain a fire in a restaurant on Commowealth St, approx 80 evacs. FFs based in our dispatch centre processed numerous 000 calls to this fire, responding 7 fire trucks. Fire is now extinguished. @nswpolice @LiveTrafficNSW @NSWAmbulance View on X [external link]
PENNANT HILLS | Three car crash. One person trapped. #FRNSW crews are currently stabilising a vehicle to access a trapped occupant. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are in attendance. Traffic delays on Pennant Hills Rd to be expected. View on X [external link]
SPRING FARM | Truck rollover #FRNSW Specialist Hazmat FF's are working to recover 400 litres of diesel leaking from fuel tanks after a garbage truck has rolled over on it's side. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. @FRNSW_MS3 View on X [external link]
CASULA | Two car crash. M5 Westbound. #FRNSW FF's are currently on scene at a two car crash on the M5. Westbound traffic is impacted. Delays to be expected. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. View on X [external link]
SUSSEX INLET | #FRNSW is responding to assist @RFS at a house fire on Boatharbour Drive. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance @ShoalhavenCC. This is a developing incident, RFS are the Incident Controllers. View on X [external link]
MAITLAND | #FRNSW FFs working to contain a fire in an electrical transformer in the showground. The fire is threatening an adjoining demountable building. Two and 8 firefighters battling the blaze. @nswpolice @MaitlandMercury @MaitlandCouncil View on X [external link]
MIDDLETON GRANGE | Two car crash. Update. #FRNSW FF's have used hydraulic rescue tools to remove the side of one vehicle to allow @NSWAmbulance access to the trapped occupant. Northbound traffic on Cowpasture Rd is blocked with diversions in place from the M7. @nswpolice View on X [external link]
MIDDLETON GRANGE | Two car crash. #FRNSW FF's are currently on scene at a two car crash on COWPASTURE RD. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also in attendance. Significant traffic delays to be expected. @Lpool_Council View on X [external link]
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