Self-combusting hay bales prompt fire warning Victorian farmers have enjoyed strong seasonal growth of pastures and crops, but CFA has warned them to exercise caution when cutting, baling and storing hay. 17 Jan 2022 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others Go to Self-combusting hay bales prompt fire warning
50 new tankers getting ready to roll out Fifty new tankers will be rolled out to CFA fire brigades across Victoria in a boost that ensures volunteer firefighters are well equipped to protect their communities. 15 Jan 2022 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to 50 new tankers getting ready to roll out
Journey of a new firefighter: Madeline's story Teamwork and cooperation are vital for any fire brigade, and Madeline Dundon is learning that early in her CFA journey. 13 Jan 2022 People Training and Recruitment Go to Journey of a new firefighter: Madeline's story
Outstanding Service recognised Malmsbury Fire Brigade held their annual awards night in December, where CFA Board Member Beth Davidson presented brigade member Tony Stephens with CFA’s Outstanding Service Award, much to his surpris ... 13 Jan 2022 Honours and Awards Inclusion and Fairness People Go to Outstanding Service recognised
Power point starts fire in bedroom A family had to evacuate their double-storey home after noticing the smell of smoke coming from an upstairs bedroom. 11 Jan 2022 Incidents - Structure Go to Power point starts fire in bedroom
Fireys and paramedics work as one Paramedics will again respond to emergency incidents from the Barwon Heads and Portarlington Fire Stations during the busy tourist season after a community-minded partnership between Ambulance Victori ... 7 Jan 2022 Community Safety Partnerships Go to Fireys and paramedics work as one
New air attack supervisor’s intense first deployment CFA’s Kelly Krajnc couldn’t have dreamed of a more intense start to her new role as an air attack supervisor. 6 Jan 2022 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Training and Recruitment Go to New air attack supervisor’s intense first deployment
Firefighters issue stark warning to smokers This New Year, Victorian firefighters are encouraging smokers to make crucial changes to their smoking practices, with lit and improperly discarded cigarettes being a leading cause of house fire fatal ... 6 Jan 2022 Community Safety Partnerships Go to Firefighters issue stark warning to smokers
Junior program comeback at Kyabram With encouragement from his son, Mick Crompton has been instrumental in getting Kyabram Fire Brigade’s Juniors program back up and running after a long hiatus. 5 Jan 2022 Youth and Juniors Go to Junior program comeback at Kyabram
Fire restrictions announced for parts of South East Victoria CFA has declared the Fire Danger Period for parts of South East Victoria. 4 Jan 2022 Community Safety Go to Fire restrictions announced for parts of South East Victoria
Fire restrictions announced for Melbourne’s outer north-east CFA has declared the Fire Danger Period for Yarra Ranges, Knox, Manningham, and Maroondah council areas. 4 Jan 2022 Community Safety Go to Fire restrictions announced for Melbourne’s outer north-east
Retiring Michael ‘Boaty’ Boatman farewelled Deputy Chief Officer West Region Michael Boatman, more affectionally known as 'Boaty', has today officially retired after more than 41 years of service with CFA. 4 Jan 2022 Honours and Awards People Go to Retiring Michael ‘Boaty’ Boatman farewelled