Brogo Rural Fire Brigade

17/05/2026

Today members of the Brogo Brigade came together for their monthly training session, with new recruits learning fire fighting techniques for car fire suppression, water relays and draughting.

The team worked together to perfect these techniques and successfully contain the situation.

At the end of the session, the team took a moment to carry out an after action review. Sharing tactics and ideas to assist in preparing for the real thing!

If you would like to join in on the action, message us via facebook or check out the rfs website for more information.

05/05/2026

🔥 Planned Hazard Reduction – Murrah Flora Reserve - 6th May 2026🔥

NPWS will be conducting a hazard reduction burn at Chefs Hat, Murrah Flora Reserve.

🚒 Firefighters will be on site and smoke may be visible in the area and from nearby roads.

fans
Bega Valley Shire Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
Quaama Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
NSW RFS - Bermagui Brigade

29/04/2026

Will be on from 10ish am, cheers

Far South Coast crews from the NSW RFS will be undertaking a Hazard Reduction burn tomorrow, 30 April, in the Brogo Dam area.

Smoke may be visible throughout the surrounding district during the day. These works are part of ongoing efforts to reduce bush fire risk and protect local communities.

Residents are reminded to keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke and to stay aware of conditions.

fans
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command
Bega Valley Shire Council
Brogo Rural Fire Brigade

26/04/2026

Good Morning,

National Parks have a planned 170 Ha Hazard Reduction Burn in the Biamanga National Park scheduled for today (27th April).

Smoke will be visible.

More information is available on the Hazards Near Me App.

22/04/2026

🔥 Planned Hazard Reduction Burn – Brogo Area

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will commence a large (2100ha) planned hazard reduction burn today north of Bega in the Brogo area.

🚒 This burn will be highly visible from:

* Snowy Mountains Highway
* Princes Highway
* Surrounding local communities

🌫️ Smoke is expected and may:

* Drift across roads and reduce visibility
* Settle in low-lying areas and communities overnight

⚠️ What you need to do:

* Drive to conditions if travelling through the area
* Follow all directions from emergency services
* Keep windows and doors closed if smoke is affecting you

These burns are an important part of reducing bushfire risk across our landscape.

fans
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command
Bega Valley Shire Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

14/04/2026

Residents of Bega Valley – Awareness

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will continue important hazard reduction burns in the Bournda Nature Reserve area, near Wallagoot, and the Yellow Pinch Dam area near Wolumla.

As part of this weeks planned operations, a helicopter will be working around Moncks Creek and Yellow Pinch as fire is brought down to established control lines. The aircraft will be operating with a bucket and undertaking water drops in the area.

It’s important to note:

The fires remain within planned containment lines
The use of aircraft and water drops is a planned and controlled part of the operation
This work is being undertaken to reduce future fire risk and protect local communities
You may see smoke, hear aircraft, and notice increased activity in the area today.

We appreciate the community’s understanding while this important work continues.


Bega Valley Shire Council
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command

13/04/2026

🚨 Escaped Burns on the Rise 🚨

Over the past week, crews across the district have been called to multiple escaped burns.

If you light it — you own it.
You are responsible until it is completely out.

With winds picking up, what starts as a simple burn can turn into a serious incident fast — putting your neighbours, property, and firefighters at risk.

Fines may apply if your burn gets out of control.

❗ Stay with your burn at ALL times — no exceptions.

Don’t be the reason crews are called out.

🔥 Burn smart. Do it right.

✔ Check conditions before lighting
✔ Never leave it unattended
✔ Have water and tools ready
✔ Make sure it’s fully extinguished

Let’s work together to keep our community safe.

fans
Bega Valley Shire Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1
South Coast Police District

10/04/2026

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn – Saturday 11 April

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service crews, supported by NSW Rural Fire Service, will be conducting an approximately 800-hectare hazard reduction burn within the Bournda Nature Reserve, around Moncks Road (red pin) on Saturday 11 April.

Smoke will be highly visible from surrounding townships and roads throughout the day. Smoke may also settle in low-lying areas overnight.

Please only call Triple Zero (000) if you observe unattended fire or you need assistance

Bega Valley Shire Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
fans
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1
NSW RFS - Tathra Brigade
Merimbula Rural Fire Brigade

02/04/2026

🔥Planning a pile burn on your property this long weekend?
📝Have you notified the RFS and your neighbours?
📏Does your pile meet the Pile Burning Standards of 2x2x1.5?

Notifications are to be submitted online at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

💲Penalties apply for failing to notify.

🐰We hope you have a safe and wonderful easter🐰

📷 J. Tonge

Bega Valley Shire Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council

31/03/2026

🔥The Bush Fire Danger Period has ended🔥

Although permits are now not required, you still need to notify the RFS of your intention to undertake pile burns by notifying at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

💲Penalties apply for failing to notify. 💲

Details on how to undertake safe burning are available at rfs.nsw.gov.au