Newmerella CFA

25/05/2026

You can't smell smoke when you're asleep 😴💤
Smoke alarms in bedrooms video All smoke alarms in your home should be interconnected - this means that no
matter where a fire starts - all alarms will sound.

21/05/2026

When using your fireplace in winter, it’s important to be fire safe 🔥
✅Always use a fire screen in front of an open fire.
✅Keep items that can burn, such as clothes horses, at least 1m away.
✅Extinguish open fires before leaving home or going to sleep.
✅Always supervise children near open fires.
✅Ensure ashes are cold before discarding.
✅Only burn dry, clean wood.
Find out more www.cfa.vic.gov.au/homefire

14/05/2026

Did you know that almost two thirds of people who die in house fires have a
disability?
Prevent, Detect, Escape is a free online learning module to support at risk
people with planning for fire emergencies at home. The module is made for
people at increased fire risk, and for those who support or care for them.
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/atrisk

10/05/2026

Smoke alarms should be replaced every ten years 📆
Installing a smoke alarm with a 10-year long-life battery means that you
won’t need to change the battery for the life of the alarm.
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/smokealarms

04/05/2026

As the weather cools down, don't risk your family's safety.
Always turn off your heater before bed 🛏️
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/homefire

03/05/2026

Lithium-ion battery fires can devastate in a matter of minutes 🪫
Always charge your e-ride with the battery and charger recommended by the
manufacturer 🚲
Learn how to charge safely at

A lithium-ion battery fire can happen before you know it. Learn how to charge lithium-ion batteries safely.

02/05/2026

29/04/2026

BBQ fires can happen all year round! Follow these tips to make sure everything is safe before firing up the barbie 🌭🥩

21/04/2026

Great night at Wairewa Fire Brigade CFA for vehicle accident training 🚒

Thanks to SES Orbost Unit Orbost SES 🚨 for running a solid session 💪 — good hands-on work and a great reminder of how important teamwork, trust, and a strong brigade culture really are.

Appreciate the invite and the chance to train together 👍🚒

15/04/2026

The weather is cooling down, and if lighting up a fire pit is in your weekend plans, be safe!
🔥 First check if Fire Restrictions are still in force in your area, and make sure you know the rules
ℹ️ Never leave a fire unattended, and always you have plenty of water on hand to extinguish it when you are done.
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can