Rapid Bay and Districts CFS

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

We had a lovely visit from students and staff today from Rapid Bay School for Thank a Responder Day. Thanks so much to the children for their cards and drawings. Much water was squirted around, lights flashed, sirens sounded and much sausage on bread was eaten. It's great to interact with the community like this. On a personal note, as captain I'd like to thank my team for their dedication and selflessness, their commitment and bravery as they continue to strive to keep the community safe.

09/06/2026

Rapid Bay and Districts were joined by Hay Flat Country Fire Service for some training tonight with the aim of one truck drafting from a dam, pumping to a second truck which was fighting a 'fire'. The aim being to balance the water demands of the second truck to ensure crew safety and efficient extinguishing of the 'fire'. With a quick 'burn over' drill thrown in, a great training session was had by all. Thanks to Bill Hellawell, Rapid Bay training coordinator and also to Daniel Nunn and Rick Ewins from Hay Flat for bringing along three new members and good luck to them this weekend as they do they Basic Fire Fighting 1 course.

07/06/2026

5 team members from Rapid Bay and Districts CFS and 5 from Cape Jervis CFS completed training in advanced resuscitation today at the Rapid Bay Station. Skills which will allow them to render an advanced level of first aid and assist SA Ambulance officers directly in saving lives in the area. Once again showing their commitment to helping to keep the community safe.

03/06/2026

Members from Rapid Bay and Districts CFS participated in a multi brigade road crash training and reaccreditation session tonight. Yes, we cut up real cars and it is interesting and fun but also has a serious side. It's important to keep our skills up to date and practice the procedures we need to help keep the community safe.

25/05/2026

Our thoughts go out to the families affected by this incident. Also, closer to our hearts, we think of the first responders involved and the trauma they encounter at incidents such as this. The ongoing affects for all involved are not always considered. Please drive to the conditions as you will not be the only person affected by an accident, serious or otherwise. Thanks. Jim Glasgow . Captain.

Update 7.50pm: Road opened.

Update 3.40pm: A man has died following a crash at Wattle Flat this morning.

Police and emergency services were called to Main South Road, Wattle Flat, about six kilometres south-west of Myponga, just before 10.30am on Sunday 24 May.

A Mitsubishi hatchback and a Toyota 4WD towing a caravan had collided.

The driver of the Mitsubishi, a 35-year-old man from North Plympton, sadly died at the scene.

The driver of the Toyota, a 69-year-old man from Western Australia, sustained minor injuries and was treated in hospital. His passenger, a 67-year-old WA woman, remains in hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Main South Road remains closed while Major Crash investigators examine the scene.

The man’s death is the 45th life lost on South Australian roads this year.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or call 1800 333 000 and quote reference 136694.

21/05/2026

It's rare we attend a road crash with a good outcome. Tonight Rapid Bay and Districts CFS attended to a car vs tree with no injury. The team were called out just on dinner time and so had to wait till much later to have dinner with their families. Luckily the weather was clear and the road was not blocked. Another reminder that the CFS volunteers in your community turn out for all and any incidents to help people in need and keep the community safe.

16/05/2026

30/04/2026

Mount Lofty Districts Fire Danger Season officially ends today.
We'd like to extend our thanks to all the people of the community who stood by us and by each other during the fire season.
There is still plenty of fuel load in our area and with this warmer weather, please be mindful and take into consideration these factors. As always stay safe and be Bushfire Ready.
If you have any questions or would like advice on any fire safety related matters please contact us and we'd be happy to help in any way we can.

24/04/2026

Rapid Bay and Districts CFS members attended the Anzac dawn service at Second Valley soldiers memorial this morning.