NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland/Macarthur District

01/09/2026

Please be advised the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, together with the NSW Rural Fire Service, intend to conduct the River Road Hazard Reduction Burn in Yellomundee Regional Park, Emu Heights.

This burn is currently scheduled to take place from the 5th September 2026. The Hazard Reduction will be dependant on weather conditions and will be rescheduled within the next 6 weeks if conditions are not favourable.

For up to date information please check:
•RFS public website https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/hazard-reductions
•Fires Near Me https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me or the Hazards Near me APP

The burn is part of an on-going fuel management program to assist in reducing the risk to properties from potential wild fires in the vicinity of Emu Heights and Mount Riverview. The burn is expected to take two to three days, with mopping up operations continuing for several days after. All tracks and trails in and close to the burn will be closed until the area has been assessed and considered safe for public access. During the burn, you may experience periods of smoke and ash fall.

The risk to properties during the burn is considered to be low therefore, you should follow the standard property protection procedures for residents living close to bushland areas:
•Remove leaf litter from gutters
•Remove any items that you may have in the Asset Protection Zone behind your property.
•Ensure that pets are secure within property boundaries and have an area that provides protection for them
•Close all windows and remove washing from clothes lines on the day of the burn
•Stay well clear of fire operations during the burn.
•If you have asthma or a respiratory condition we recommend that you stay inside or plan to be away from the area during the day of the burn.
•Be aware of potential smoke drift into residential areas and reduced visibility for motorists. Increased traffic from fire fighting vehicles will occur on roads in the immediate vicinity of the burn.

If you have any further questions or concerns please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury-Nattai Area office on 02 4720 6200 or email [email protected].

NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
RFS Blue Mountains District
Penrith City Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

31/08/2026

Campbelltown City Council, NSW will be hosting the Emergency Ready day in Campbelltown. Come on down on the day and meet the team.

Emergency Ready Day is back at Koshigaya Park on Sunday 20 September from 11am to 2pm 😍

Explore and connect with local emergency services, enjoy free face painting and a BBQ lunch, win lucky door prizes and connect directly with local heroes like the SES, Fire & Rescue, RFS, NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and more 💛

Mark your calendars, this is a day for the whole family 🚒

For more info visit 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x5jkF

31/08/2026

Last weekend saw several of our members from NSW RFS - Regentville Brigade travel to Katoomba and take part in the Firies Climb for MND.

The team participated in this worthy event with many other members from the NSW Rural Fire Service and from Fire and Rescue NSW.

Well done to everyone that participated and raised funds for this worthy cause.

NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
Penrith City Council
Camden Council
Campbelltown City Council, NSW
Fairfield City Council
Liverpool
Blacktown City Council

On Saturday, 6 of our firefighters put on their turnout gear and BA sets to tackle the gruelling Furber Stairs in Katoomba as part of the Firies Climb for Motor Neurone Disease.

Motor Neurone Disease has no known treatment or cure, but by raising money and awareness for research at Macquarie University were one step closer.

Thanks to everyone who has donated to support this important cause 🙌💙
If you haven’t already and still want to support critical MND research, you can do so here: https://firiesclimbformnd.org.au/page/RegentvilleRFS

Cumberland/Macarthur District
Greater Sydney Area Command
NSW Rural Fire Service
Penrith City Council

31/08/2026

Hazard Reduction Notification - Warragamba/Silverdale
WaterNSW, supported by the NSW Rural Fire Service, will be implementing various Hazard Reduction burns from tomorrow (1 September 2026) in the Warragamba and Silverdale areas, specifically within the Warragamba Special Area and Warragamba Controlled Area, to the north Warragamba and west of Silverdale, per the below map.

Hazard Reduction Notification - Warragamba/Silverdale

WaterNSW, supported by the NSW Rural Fire Service, will be implementing various Hazard Reduction burns from tomorrow (1 September 2026) in the Warragamba and Silverdale areas, specifically within the Warragamba Special Area and Warragamba Controlled Area, to the north Warragamba and west of Silverdale, per the below map.

These strategic hazard reduction burn are across a total area of 43 hectares and are expected to take up to 4 days to complete. The burn operations and associated smoke will be visible across the northern parts of the Wollondilly Shire Council LGA. Please only call Triple Zero (000) to report unattended fires.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/hazard-reductions

Silverdale Rural Fire Brigade

30/08/2026

Today saw another 11 members successfully qualify as Structural Firefighters within our District. 👨‍🚒🔥

Structural Firefighter training equips our members with the skills to safely respond to fires involving homes, buildings and other structures.

This achievement further strengthens our District’s operational capability and ensures we continue to build skills and are ready to respond when our communities need us.

Congratulations to all 11 candidates on achieving this important qualification, and thank you to the trainers and assessors who supported them throughout their training.

Well done to everyone involved!

NSW Rural Fire Service
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
Penrith City Council
Camden Council
Liverpool
Blacktown City Council
Campbelltown City Council, NSW
Fairfield City Council

29/08/2026

This afternoon, we had the privilege of officially opening the new Catherine Field Rural Fire Brigade Station.

The new station represents a significant investment in the brigade and provides our members with a modern, functional and fit-for-purpose facility from which they can continue to serve and protect the growing Catherine Field community.

Today’s opening brought together brigade members, their families, dignitaries and special guests to celebrate this important milestone.

The occasion was also an opportunity to recognise the incredible dedication of our volunteers, with four members recognised for more than 120 years of combined service to the NSW Rural Fire Service and their community.

Congratulations to the Catherine Field Brigade on their new home, and thank you to all of our members for their ongoing commitment and service to the community.

NSW Rural Fire Service
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
Camden Council

22/08/2026

Over the past two days, members of our team were invited to participate in a pre-season exercise with the Southern Highlands team, providing a valuable opportunity to sharpen their skills ahead of the upcoming Bush Fire Danger Period.

The exercise brought together incident management and emergency management specialists to work within a multi-agency Incident Management Team, testing skills, systems and decision-making in a realistic operational environment.

Working alongside our partners from NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, Fire and Rescue NSW, WaterNSW, Crown Lands and other agencies is an important part of preparing for the season ahead.

Exercises like this not only strengthen our operational capability, but also build the relationships and shared understanding that are so important when agencies come together during major incidents.

A great two days of learning, collaboration and preparation for the season ahead.

NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area Command
NSW RFS Southern Highlands
NSW Rural Fire Service

20/08/2026

Firefighters have now contained the fire and are in the process of scaling back operations. Crews will remain on scene for a period of time to monitor the area and ensure the fire remains contained.

Stay up to date, visit the Hazards Near Me app and website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

NSW Rural Fire Service

Firefighters from the and FRNSW are on scene at a fire burning within a wrecking yard near Derwent Road, Bradfield, to the south of the Western Sydney International Airport.

While crews initially faced exploding gas cylinders, the fire is now contained to a shed with several vehicles also damaged. There are no other immediate threats. We ask residents to avoid the area while crews continue to mop up.

Stay up to date, visit the Hazards Near Me app and website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

19/08/2026

Today, AFAC News released the Bushfire Seasonal Outlook for Spring. NSW experienced unseasonably warm conditions over winter, while rainfall has been variable. With parts of northern and south-eastern NSW receiving below-average rainfall, these areas are entering spring drier than usual.

Forecasts for early spring continue to point to below-average rainfall and unusually warm conditions with fuels expected to continue drying across NSW. The highest risk is expected to be in northern and south-eastern NSW, as these areas are already rapidly drying out. Forested areas in these regions are experiencing high fuel loads and are dense and well-connected, which is of particular concern.

While fire risk is expected to be elevated through early spring, rainfall prospects for late spring into early summer have shifted to a slightly wetter outlook, although some uncertainty remains.

If you live, work, or travel through bush fire-prone areas, ensure you are prepared. Review and discuss your bush fire survival plan so you know what to do if threatened by fire.

For more information, visit: www.afac.com.au/public-resources/seasonal-bushfire-outlook-spring-2026

15/08/2026

Llandilo Prescribed Burn – Update

All ignitions for today’s prescribed burn at Llandilo have now been completed.

Crews will remain on site over the coming hours to monitor and patrol the burn area.

Residents may continue to notice smoke in the area throughout the afternoon.

NSW Rural Fire Service
NSW RFS Greater Sydney Area CommandPenrith City CouncilNSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade