Elphinstone Fire Brigade - CFA

31/08/2026

Young children aged between 0-4 are at high risk of home fire fatalities,

burn and scald injuries due to fires and fire play in the home. CFA and FRV recommend that you put smoke alarms in all sleeping areas, especially the areas of one of our most high-risk age groups, children under the age of 10.

If you have young children or close the door for them to sleep, make sure to put smoke alarms in to them and check regularly that they are working.

For more information on keeping young ones safe from fire in our homes, visit, https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/.../early-fire-safe-program

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

Did you know that CFA have multicultural kits with all of our resources - including audio and visual files - translated into 12 different languages?

Fire safety is so important for all people and can be a confusing concept when first moving to Victoria or trying to understand the ideas in English if that is not your first language.

Follow this link to see what CFA and FRV have to offer in our Fire Safety Translations, https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/about-us/publications/fire-safety-translations

10/08/2026

Did you know that almost two thirds of people who die in house fires have a disability?

On average, 18 people die in preventable residential house fires in Victoria every year.

CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria have an online learning module to support at risk people with planning for fire emergencies at home.

Prevent, Detect, Escape – Home Fire Safety for people at higher risk is made for people at increased fire risk, and for people who support or care for them.

www.cfa.vic.gov.au/atrisk

http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fires-in-the-home/about-house-fires

07/08/2026

Do you want to see fire trucks up close?
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a firefighter or do support roles?
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Will you have a fire plan ready for this summer?
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Well our brigade is hosting an Open and be fire ready day, you will get up to date information on creating a fire plan and meet your local firefighters.👨‍🚒

Under supervision of our dedicated volunteers you can see our fire trucks up close and see what's involved and how they work. 🚒

Please save the date and we look forward to seeing you at the Elphinstone fire station
3 Wright St, Elphinstone 🧭

Event date and time: 🗓🕥
18th of October 10:30am to 1:30pm

31/07/2026

Accidents can happen when we least expect them.
Do you know the right steps to take for a burn?

Let's hear from our Junior Reporters as they walk us through what to do.

Prevent a devastating fire by sticking to some good habits and taking basic precautions around the home. Select tips to add to your checklist.

26/07/2026

The national test of AusAlert is happening on Monday 27 July 2026 at around 2pm AEST. 📅

AusAlert sends near-instant emergency messages to compatible mobile devices like mobile phones, tablets and smart watches. It uses vibration, sound and on-screen messages to get your attention.

If your device receives the national test, it will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound for 10 seconds before stopping. As the national test is a Critical Alert, this happens even if your device is on ‘silent’ or ‘do not disturb’.

You may receive this test while driving, riding or using public transport. 🛻

If you are driving or riding, stay calm and don’t touch your device. ⚠️

The alert may also play through your vehicle’s speakers using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or Bluetooth and may interrupt navigation or media like music or podcasts. 📱

🚨Mobile phone laws still apply – don't read or respond to the alert while operating a vehicle. Only check the message when your vehicle is turned off and it is safe and legal to do so.

🚌If you receive an alert while on public transport, stay calm. Don't approach the driver about the alert.

This is just a test, and you do not need to do anything. You should always follow instructions or announcements from public transport staff.

Learn more at www.ausalert.gov.au

Stay in the loop leading up to Monday's nations test by following www.facebook.com/AusAlert

03/07/2026

🚒 CFA Road Safety Reminder 🚒

Recent heavy rainfall has created hazardous conditions across many roads. We ask all drivers to take extra care when travelling.

Reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and drive to the conditions. Be aware of standing water, slippery surfaces, fallen trees, and debris that may be hidden around corners or over crests including many potholes.

Never drive through floodwater. Water depth and road damage can be impossible to judge, and conditions can change rapidly. If it’s flooded, forget it.

Your safety, and the safety of our emergency service volunteers, depends on everyone making responsible decisions on the road. Slow down, stay alert, and help us keep our communities safe.