Cherrybrook Rural Fire Brigade

23/05/2026

Thank you Westleigh Rural Fire Brigade for your hospitality and putting together a fantastic training exercise

Today, members from Westleigh and other Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire Service brigades participated in a multi-brigade Breathing Apparatus training exercise in Thornleigh, focused on building capability in internal fire fighting and search techniques, overhaul operations, and property protection activities.

These types of exercises are physically demanding and highly realistic, helping our firefighters maintain the skills needed to operate safely and effectively in challenging environments.

Training like this is critical to maintaining operational readiness and ensuring our volunteers can continue protecting the community safely and professionally.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising and supporting the exercise, including our awesome community, along with all participating crews who gave up their time to continue developing their skills 🚒 🔥

17/04/2026

🔥 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN NOTICE 🔥
📍Location: Heckenberg Road, Ben Bullen Road, Colah Creek, Glenorie
🗓️ Date: Saturday 18th April 2026
🚒 Carried out by: NSW RFS

This 50ha hazard reduction burn will be undertaken by NSW RFS

Please be aware that smoke will be visible in the area and surrounding suburbs during the operation. Please call 000 (triple zero) if you see fire which is unattended by emergency services.

This planned burn is an important part of reducing bushfire risk in our community.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation

10/04/2026

Smoke generated by the Hemers Road and Quarry Road hazard reduction burns at Dural is expected to settle into valley areas between Dural, Westleigh and Cherrybrook overnight.

and crews will continue operations overnight and into tomorrow. Fire activity and smoke are expected to remain visible across the area over the coming days and nights.

For further information on hazard reduction burns in your area, visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr or download the Hazards Near Me app.

09/04/2026

🔥 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN NOTICE 🔥
📍 Location: Hemers and Quarry RD, Dural (Hornsby LGA)
📅 Date: Friday, 10th April 2026
🚒 Carried out by: NPWS and NSW RFS

This large hazard reduction burn will be jointly undertaken by NPWS and NSW RFS in the Hemers Rd and Quarry Rd area, in the Berowra Valley National Park Dural.
Please be aware that smoke will be visible in the area and surrounding suburbs during the operation.
This planned burn is an important part of reducing bushfire risk in our community.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Dural Rural Fire Brigade
Hornsby Shire Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

04/04/2026

As daylight saving ends and we gain an extra hour, it’s a great opportunity to take a moment for home fire safety. It is important to check your smoke alarms to ensure they’re working properly and it’s a great time to change the battery in your smoke alarms.

It’s crucial your home has working smoke alarms, as they provide an early warning and give you and your family valuable time to escape during a house fire.

With the cooler months approaching, please stay safe this winter. There are several simple steps you can take, such as creating a home escape plan, ensuring your smoke alarm is working and keeping all items at least a meter from the heater.

01/04/2026

Thanks to Cherrybrook Public School OOSH for having Cherrybrook Rural Fire Brigade visit yesterday to chat with the kids about fire safety.

We loved the opportunity to talk about how to stay safe, what to do in an emergency, and to share a little more about the role of our brigade in the community.

Thanks again for the warm welcome and great questions.

13/02/2026

12/02/2026

05/01/2026

04/01/2026

🔥 Hot week ahead — now’s the time to get Bush Fire Ready! 🔥

We’re heading into a run of very warm conditions later this week (including mid–high 30s and potentially low 40s), which can dry out fuels quickly and lift bush fire risk.

Here are a few simple things you can do today:

1) Use Hazards Near Me NSW

📱 Make it your go-to for warnings and updates.
• Set a Watch Zone around home (and anywhere you work, school, or travel)
• Turn on notifications so you get alerts as incidents change
• Check it regularly on hot/windy days 

2) Prepare a Bush Fire Survival Plan

📝 Don’t leave it to “we’ll figure it out”.
• Decide when you will leave (and where you’ll go)
• Plan two routes out (in case one is blocked)
• Pack a small “grab and go” kit (medication, documents, chargers, water, clothes)
• Plan for your pets and animals
• Make sure the whole household knows the plan

3) Know the Fire Danger Ratings (and what they mean)

These ratings are there to trigger action — not just awareness: 
• Moderate: Plan and prepare
• High: Be ready to act
• Extreme: Take action now to protect life and property
• Catastrophic: For your survival, leave bush fire risk areas

✅ On Extreme or Catastrophic days, your safest option is usually to leave early, well before a fire is nearby.

4) Quick property checks
• Clear leaves from gutters, decks, and around doors
• Move doormats, outdoor furniture, and firewood away from the house
• Check hoses reach all around the home and taps work
• Know where your gas/electric shut-offs are

If you see smoke or fire that is unattended by emergency services, call Triple Zero (000).

Stay safe and keep an eye on conditions.