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Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have been faced with a challenging car fire on the top level of a multi-storey car park at Parramatta in Sydney’s west. The crew from Parramatta Fire Station rushed to Wentworth Street just before 9pm last night amid reports of a vehicle exploding on the ninth floor of the car park. The black Chrysler’s fuel tank had ruptured, the resulting flames driven up to four metres into the air by the blast and strong winds. Extinguishing the flames...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews on the state's north coast have carried out a prolonged operation to extinguish a fierce fire which has engulfed a semi-trailer and its load of Lithium-ion batteries. FRNSW received numerous Triple-Zero (000) calls just before 2.30 this morning about the rig alight in the northbound lanes of the Pacific Highway, south of Kempsey. Eight fire trucks and 32 firefighters from Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Wauchope, rushed to the scene, assisted by the...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews responded to a fire involving a car carrier on the Hume Highway at Denham Court, in Sydney's south west. The prime mover, carrying several new hybrid vehicles, was successfully detached from the trailer; however, five of the vehicles were destroyed by fire. Lithium Battery Risk The hybrid vehicles containing lithium-ion batteries, added to the complexity to the operation. Lithium-ion batteries can ignite with significant force when exposed to fire. Crews removed the...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have worked throughout the night to free a driver from a wreckage following a crash between two B-double trucks in Oolong, east of Yass in the NSW Southern Tablelands. Three fire trucks, including a technical rescue truck and hazardous material truck, and 12 firefighters arrived on scene on the Hume Highway after reports of the collision between the two vehicles. Complex Rescue Operation A B-double truck veered off the road and rolled over before a second B-do...

Fire and Rescue NSW has demonstrated its extensive firefighting capabilities, responding to multiple significant fires across Sydney overnight, the largest of which was a major factory blaze in Revesby. More than 100 firefighters and 25 fire trucks, including multiple aerial ladder platform trucks, worked for approximately four hours to contain a fierce warehouse fire that broke out at around 11.00pm on Milperra Road. Massive Blaze Contained Crews also extinguished a significant grass and bus...

A man has suffered burns to his arm and leg after a fire involving an e-bike at a property in North St Marys, in Sydney's west. Fire and Rescue NSW crews were called just after 4.00am this morning following a Triple Zero call reporting a fire and explosions at a property in Glossop Street. Firefighter Response On arrival, firefighters found an e-bike alight, with a man nearby suffering burn. Crews quickly extinguished the fire before removing the bike's lithium-ion battery and submerging it i...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews are striking the right chord with festivalgoers at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, ensuring fire safety takes centre stage at the iconic event, which attracts around 70,000 visitors each year. As part of a larger fire safety campaign running throughout the festival, FRNSW is conducting a blitz on smoke alarms in caravans, motorhomes and annexes. Firefighters are checking and replacing alarms to ensure all campers have working smoke alarms. Encouragingly, fewer sm...

Three Fire and Rescue NSW officers have been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal in Australia Day Honours. The recipients of the top emergency service recognition include Superintendent Gregory Houston, Station Officer Samuel Parkhouse and Grafton Captain Garry Reardon. Exceptional Bravery The Australian Fire Service Medal is one of the highest honours an Australian firefighter can receive. Established in 1988, the Australian Fire Service Medal is one of the highest honours an Australi...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews battled a large house fire last night after a blaze broke out in a caravan and spread to a two-level home in Bonnells Bay, on the western shores of Lake Macquarie. Just after night, more than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks responded to multiple Triple Zero calls to heavy smoke and fire coming from the property on Wood Street. Blaze Breakout On arrival, crews found the caravan fully involved in fire, with flames spreading inside the house. Initial reports indicate...

Fire and Rescue NSW’s Corrimal Fire Station is celebrating a century of serving and protecting the community north of Wollongong. FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell joined dignitaries including the Federal Member for Cunningham Alison Byrnes and the NSW Minister for Health and Member for Keira Ryan Park at the station on Saturday. Heritage Celebration Local Aboriginal Elder Uncle Peter Button conducted a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. A book detailing the station’s 100-y...

Fire and Rescue NSW is inviting people who are passionate about making a difference to their communities to consider becoming a full-time firefighter at Australia’s busiest urban fire and rescue agency. The permanent firefighter recruitment drive opens next month, and you can find out more at information sessions in Sydney. The events will also be livestreamed so potential applicants can tune-in from across New South Wales. Behind the Flames Staff will guide attendees through the recrui...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has deployed more than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks to battle a large structure fire at a commercial recycling plant at St Marys, in Sydney's west. FRNSW received multiple Triple Zero calls reporting a significant blaze with gas cylinders exploding and thick black smoke visible from the site in Christie Street. Firestorm Unfolds Upon arrival, firefighters encountered intense fire activity, with flames reaching 60 metres in height. Ongoing explosions and stor...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews have contained a 14th alarm blaze and chemical emergency at a waste facility in Sydney's west. The huge fire broke out at the recycling plant in Christies Street, St Marys. At the height of the intense blaze, 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were deployed around the site. Fire crews were forced to retreat at times as fireballs, exploded up to 60-metres into the air. Explosive Blaze Alert Gas bottles and stocks of chemicals were engulfed in flames, posing a hazardo...

Fire and Rescue NSW Hazardous Materials crews remain at the scene of yesterday's major fire and chemical emergency in Sydney's west. More than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were confronted by 60-metre-high fireballs at the waste recycling plant in Christies Street, St Marys. Industrial Fire Fallout FRNSW is working with site management, the NSW Environment Protection Agency and Comcare Burning gas bottles and chemicals caused numerous explosions at the height of the blaze, forcing auth...

Fire and Rescue NSW has embraced the latest Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems technology to assist with firefighting operations at a significant blaze and chemical emergency at a waste facility in Sydney's west over the past 24 hours. Massive Fire Erupts The huge fire broke out at the recycling plant in Christie Street, St Marys. At the height of the intense blaze, more than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were deployed around the site. To assist with operations, FRNSW utilised a fleet of...

The professional fire department of the city of Vienna has purchased six new all-terrain Tatra Force T815-7 4x4 fire engines as ‘TLFA 3000’ water tenders with Rosenbauer bodies, 6-cylinder Cummins diesel engines and Allison 4500 fully automatic transmissions. The vehicles were specified to achieve maximum robustness, superior off-road capability and responsiveness, while at the same time increasing vehicle control and comfort for the crew, for use in forest and vegetation fires as w...

AU Vodka, the rapidly expanding premium spirits brand renowned for its distinctive gold bottles, has selected a state-of-the-art fire detection system from Hochiki Europe for its impressive new head office in Swansea. The system, installed by South Wales-based fire safety and security specialists H3 Group, provides exceptional reliability and seamlessly integrates with the building’s ultra-modern design. Safeguarding Innovation AU Vodka entrusted the project to H3 Group, a long-standing...

Since the onset of the pandemic, most companies have become familiar with issuing alcohol gel in the form of hand sanitizer for staff, customers and visitors. This is understandable because it’s a good way of ensuring no germs, viruses and bacteria are passed on when surfaces are touched. But, as a manager or procurement officer, just how au fait are users with storing these highly-flammable liquids? It’s important to do so carefully because of the high alcohol content in the gel &n...

As a pioneer manufacturer of high-performance sealing systems for fire doors – they have shown unwavering support for Fire Door Safety Week since its inception in 2013. Kicking off on marks a momentous 10 year anniversary of the campaign. Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) was launched in response to a legacy of fire door neglect. Know Fire Door Basics The campaign is managed by the British Woodworking Federation and is supported by a number of partners It's a ‘mass market’ aware...

Renewable hydrogen is set to play a crucial role in the energy transition. European member states are already experimenting with this promising energy carrier, and they are testing how they can repurpose existing natural gas distribution networks to bring hydrogen to the consumer. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas. That is why technical staff working on these hydrogen distribution networks will need to be trained for safety. They will also need to be equipped with the right tools to detect hy...

Fire and Rescue NSW is searching for motivated individuals ready to take on one of the most rewarding and dynamic careers in emergency services, with applications for Permanent Firefighter roles opening today. From battling blazes and performing rescues to responding to hazardous materials incidents and providing vital community education, FRNSW firefighters are trained to handle it all. Teamwork in Action Applicants will undergo a rigorous selection process designed to assess their problem-s...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have extinguished a blaze that has caused severe damage to a three-level unit complex in Whalan, in Sydney's west, overnight. More than 28 firefighters and nine fire trucks, responded to multiple Triple Zero calls to a fire on the top-floor unit of the Halinda Street complex. Evacuation and Response On arrival, firefighters were faced with a fully involved fire on the third level, with flames extending through windows and spreading into the roof space. Fi...

Fire and Rescue NSW investigators are focusing on a charging e-bike battery as the cause of a fatal house fire at Guildford in Sydney's west. FRNSW crews have confirmed there were no working smoke alarms in the Rowley Road house that caught alight. Firefighter Rescue Attempt Responding to multiple Triple Zero calls, firefighters found a bedroom in the home well ablaze. There were reports of a person trapped inside and crews quickly entered the burning building to carry out a search. Five oth...

Accidental home fires can catch people unawares. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the community to prepare a home escape plan so that families can escape safely should a fire occur. Having a home escape plan in conjunction with a working smoke alarm will greatly increase ones chances of getting out safely. Every second counts. Evacuation Plan A home fire escape plan involves identifying escape routes from each room of the home as well as a place to meet once safely outside. Know your fi...

Fire and Rescue NSW is seeking to attract a new generation of first responders in the region, taking to the streets of Broken Hill to recruit for local on-call firefighters. The isolated community, which is home to around 17,000 people, is facing a firefighter shortage, with the fire station currently looking to fill multiple paid on-call firefighter roles. Recruitment Drive FRNSW is undertaking a comprehensive recruitment strategy in the area to safeguard a sustainable model of service deliv...

Fire and Rescue NSW has heralded the Lunar New Year with a special Chinese Lion Dance at the nation’s busiest fire station. FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell, his executive team and the crew from 001 City of Sydney station welcomed the dynamic demonstration by the Chinese Youth League’s Lion and Dragon dance troupe. Celebrating Heritage The performance symbolises the warding off of evil spirits at the 141-year-old station and the promotion of good fortune and happiness. Commiss...

The Kidde Fire Protection Natura™ Inert Gas System by Kidde Australia has transformed the way installers think about deploying inert gas fire suppression systems, delivering savings in time, and installation costs and bringing peace of mind to mission-critical operations. two advantages The essence of this innovation comes from the Kidde pressure-regulated valve which offers two distinct advantages. Firstly the 90-degree hoses installed on the top exit port of the valve allow easier ac...

When it comes to safety, there can be no compromise. Thanks to the state-of-the-art test facility in Esbjerg, Denmark, they know that their VIKING safety equipment have been tested to the max – and people are safe. As the industry pioneer in safety at sea, VIKING has a responsibility to ensure every piece of VIKING equipment you use will perform, whatever the circumstances. That’s why they operate a state-of-the-art dual tower testing facility at Esbjerg Harbor, close to their head...

Darley was recently awarded a significant contract by the Department of Defense (DoD). The contract is an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) agreement and is part of a larger award that is shared among multiple contractors. This new ten-year contract will provide equipment, training, and product support valued at $2.6 billion over the next ten years. This is a significant achievement for Darley, and a fifth iteration of the contract over the past twenty years. Cooperative purchasi...

Investigators reviewing the emergency response to last year's wildfire that killed 102 people on Maui said in a report released Friday they found “no evidence” Hawaii officials made preparations for it, despite days of warnings that critical fire weather was coming. That lack of planning hindered efforts to evacuate the historic town of Lahaina before it burned, the report said. unprecedented warning A forecaster with the National Weather Service emailed fire m...