Bowhill Country Fire Service

11/06/2026

🔥 Chimney Safety Reminder 🔥

As the cooler months approach, don’t forget to have your chimney cleaned.

Burning properly seasoned hardwood helps reduce creosote build‑up, improves efficiency, and keeps your home safer.

A little maintenance now can prevent big problems later

Stay warm and safe! 🏡🪵

19/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we thank the dedicated volunteers of the Bowhill Country Fire Service who give their time, skills, and commitment to help keep our community safe. 🚒💛

Thinking about volunteering? There’s a place for you at Bowhill CFS, with full training and support provided.

Send us a message to learn more about joining the team!

30/04/2026

🔥 Fire Danger Season Update 🔥

Today, 1 May 2026, marks the end of the 2025/26 Fire Danger Season. While this is welcome news, it’s important to remember that today’s weather patterns mean there is still an elevated risk of unpredictable fires should one occur.

Keep taking sensible precautions around your property, stay alert to local conditions. Fires don’t read calendars, and out‑of‑season incidents can still have serious consequences.

If you’ve ever thought about giving back or lending a hand locally, Bowhill CFS is currently looking for new operational members to train before next fire season. Volunteers make sure the truck gets out of the station when the community needs us most.

No matter your background, if you’re willing to learn, do a little training, and help protect Bowhill, we’d love to hear from you.

To find out more, simply submit your details at 👉 https://data.eso.sa.gov.au/enquiry-cfs.html and someone will be in touch to chat about volunteering.

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16/04/2026

🚒 Fire Danger Season Update – Murraylands Fire Ban District 🚒

*Don't get caught out!*

While Fire Danger Season has now ended in some areas across the state, it remains in effect within the Murraylands Fire Ban District, which includes our local area.

This means that any burning carried out between now and the end of the month still requires a permit from the relevant local council. This applies to all forms of burning, including agricultural burns and burning on private property.

Stay familiar with current restrictions and permitted activities during Fire Danger Season. You can find clear guidance on what you can and can’t do on the CFS website here:
👉 https://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/restrictions/what-can-i-do-what-cant-i-do/

Please ensure have the appropriate approvals in place before lighting any fire. Expiation fees (fines) in the Mid-Murray Council area are $473 with a maximum penalty of $5,000. https://www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au/services/fire-prevention

02/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter, everyone! 🐰

Whether you’re a local enjoying a quiet long weekend at home, a visitor soaking up everything our beautiful area has to offer, or just passing through on your way to see loved ones; we hope you all stay safe and return again soon!

🚗 Drive to the conditions – Whatever the weather brings, take it easy.

🛑 Be patient – Give yourself extra time. That chocolate isn't going anywhere!

🛣️ Drive safe – Look out for one another and take plenty of breaks.

Wishing you all a sun-filled break packed with family, friends, and far too many hot cross buns and choccies.

Stay safe and enjoy the long weekend! 🍫✨