Bredbo Rural Fire Brigade

11/05/2026

✅ UPDATE: The road is now clear and fully open, please continue to drive safely and to the conditions while travelling today -9:50am

🚨 Motor Vehicle Accident 🚨

Emergency services are currently attending a single vehicle accident on the Monaro Highway approaching Colyers Road, north of Bredbo.

Both directions of traffic may be affected. Please slow down, drive to the conditions, and take extra care around emergency crews and volunteers working on scene. 🚒🚑

A reminder that even on familiar roads, accidents can happen in an instant. Stay alert, leave plenty of space, and travel safely. 💛

08/05/2026

✅ UPDATE – Highway Reopened ✅

The highway at the Cooma end of the village is now fully open.

Thank you to everyone for your patience while emergency services worked on scene. Please continue to drive to the conditions and take care on the roads tonight.

🚨 Motor Vehicle Accident – Cooma End of Bredbo 🚨8th May 2026

Emergency services are currently attending a motor vehicle accident at the Cooma end of the village.

⚠️ One lane is currently closed.
Please drive with caution, slow down, and follow directions from crews on scene.

Traffic delays may be expected. Thank you for your patience and please give our emergency services plenty of room to work safely. 🚒🚑🚓

24/04/2026

ANZAC DAY 🇦🇺❤️

In towns like ours, ANZAC Day means more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a moment to come together, stand side by side, and remember those who gave so much 🇦🇺

The spirit of the ANZACs lives on in the way we look out for one another, lend a hand, and carry that quiet strength through our everyday lives.

However you spend today, take a moment to reflect, remember, and be proud.

Lest We Forget ❤️

02/04/2026

BUSH FIRE DANGER PERIOD ENDS IN SNOWY MONARO LGA.

The Bush Fire Danger Period in the Snowy Monaro LGA ended on the 1st April, 2026.

Whilst fire permits are no longer required outside of residential areas, members of the community and visitors are reminded of the following obligations they must take if burning-off, being:
* Notification to all direct neighbours at least 24 hours in advance;
* Notification to the RFS at least 24 hours in advance;
* Ensure that you have planned your burn, put in place mineral earth control lines where needed, have adequate firefighting resources in place to control your fire, and have checked the weather forecast conditions to ensure that it is safe to light the fire.

Your fire is your responsibility, and if you haven't put in place all of the above measures, don't strike the match!

Please help us to keep our community safe.

Notifications to RFS can be made through the RFS website (details below), or by calling the Fire Control Centre on 02 6455 0455 during business hours only.

14/03/2026

Congratulations to tonight’s raffle winners!! 🙌🏼
Thank you to all that supported us, as per usual was a great night ☺️

11/03/2026

🔥 Smoke Notice – Casey’s Rd Area 🔥

Residents may notice smoke in the Casey’s Rd area today due to a permitted hazard reduction burn being carried out by local landholders.

This burn has the appropriate permits in place and is being conducted under suitable conditions.

There is no cause for alarm, however if you see unattended fire or anything of concern please call 000.

— Bredbo RFS 🚒

28/02/2026

✅ The Monaro Hwy has reopened in both directions. Traffic remains heavy, exercise caution.

🛑Monaro Hwy Closed🛑

Update at 2am: Diversions are now in place for light vehicles but they add around 5 hours extra travel time so delay your travel if you can. Heavy vehicles are being parked.

ℹ️ Diversion info here: https://www.livetraffic.com/incident-details/266493

❌ The Monaro Highway is closed in both directions at Colinton (north of Cooma) due to a two-car crash.

🛑 Avoid the area as there is no diversion at this stage.

🔗 Check the latest updates here: https://www.livetraffic.com/incident-details/266493

19/02/2026

🚨HIGH FIRE DANGER DAYS AHEAD 🚨

🟡HIGH🟡 Fire Danger Rating for:
👉 Friday 20th February
👉 Saturday 21st February
👉 Sunday 22nd February

Fire Permits are SUSPENDED across the Snowy Monaro during this time.

While we might not be in the red,
🟡HIGH 🟡still means fires can start easily and spread quickly in dry fuels. One spark from machinery, welding, mowing or vehicles in long grass is all it takes.

🔥 Be ready to act.

Please avoid any activities that could cause a fire and make sure you check the Fire Danger Rating each day before getting started.

We appreciate everyone doing the right thing and helping keep our community safe.

— Bredbo RFS 🚒

16/02/2026

⚠️ 🟡 HIGH FIRE DANGER RATING TODAY 🟡 ⚠️

Today (Tuesday 17th February) the Fire Danger Rating for the Snowy Monaro LGA is 🟡 HIGH.

🔥 Fire Permits are SUSPENDED.
🔥 Be ready to act.
🔥 Avoid activities that could start a fire.

Even a small spark can take off quickly in these conditions. Please stay vigilant, check machinery, secure trailer chains, and think twice before doing anything that could create heat or sparks.

If you see smoke and are unsure, report it early.

Stay aware. Stay prepared.
— Bredbo RFS 🚒

05/02/2026

🚨 FIRE DANGER RATING UPGRADED 🚨

The Fire Danger Rating for the Snowy Monaro LGA has been upgraded to
🟠EXTREME 🟠
📅 Today – Friday 6th February

This upgrade has occurred in the last 30 minutes due to hot, dry conditions and strengthening winds.
⚠️ There is also a risk of dry lightning this afternoon.

🚫 No fires should be lit today
🛠 Avoid activities that could cause sparks
🚜 Postpone mowing, welding, grinding or burning
🏡 Ensure your bushfire survival plan is ready
📞 Report any fires immediately to 000

Please take extra care today and help keep our community safe.
Thank you to everyone for doing the right thing 🚒

Stay safe,
Bredbo RFS