Rushworth Fire Brigade

03/04/2026

02/04/2026

🕒 With Easter already keeping households busy, this year it also brings the end of daylight savings, which makes it the ideal moment to check your home’s smoke alarms.

A quick test now can make a life‑saving difference later.



🔥 To keep your household protected, smoke alarms should be:



Powered by a 10‑year lithium battery, with any replaceable batteries changed every year.



Installed in every bedroom, living area, hallway, and garage AND maintained regularly. A gentle vacuum can made a big difference.



Mounted correctly:

> On the ceiling at least 30 cm from the wall, or

> On the wall at least 30 cm from the ceiling (This avoids “dead air space” where smoke may not reach.)



Interconnected, so if one alarm sounds, they all do.

Entire smoke alarm units replaced every 10 years, even if hard‑wired.



🧹 How to check your smoke alarm

Press the test button and listen for the beep

Monthly: test, vacuum, and dust the alarm to remove particles that can affect performance.



❤️ Look out for loved ones

Take a moment to help family, neighbours, or anyone who may need support to check their alarms. Take the opportunity to talk about fire safety inside the home and what their plan is if a fire was to occur.



📣 Fire safety resources for the Deaf or hard of hearing is available at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fire-safety-resources-for-people-who-are-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing

27/03/2026

🐣 Easter is nearly here — take fire safety with you, wherever your adventures take you.

Whether you’re hitting the road 🚙, setting up camp 🏕, or settling in with chocolate 🍫, the Easter long weekend is a great time to enjoy a break with loved ones. It’s also a perfect moment to make sure you’re staying safe, especially if you’re travelling or spending time outdoors.



🚐 Caravans

Check your smoke alarm is working — dust it off and press test for that reassuring “Beep! Beep!”

If you don’t have a smoke alarm installed, add it to your pre‑trip checklist.

Inspect your fire extinguisher and make sure the gauge is still in the green.



🔥 Fire Blankets

Keep a fire blanket in an easy‑to‑reach spot.

Make sure everyone knows where it is.

Fire blankets are especially useful for quickly smothering cooking or clothing fires.



🍳 Cooking Outdoors

Never leave cooking or BBQs unattended.

If using gas, check all connections and ensure the area is well‑ventilated.

Turn everything off when you’re finished — including the gas bottle.



🔥 Campfires

Clear the area around your campfire of flammable materials.

Always have an adult supervising who is capable of putting the fire out if needed.

Fully extinguish your campfire before leaving — it must be cool to touch.



🚨 Know the rules before you go

The Fire Danger Period is still in place across many parts of Victoria. Check the local restrictions for the areas you’ll be visiting and stay informed using the VicEmergency App.



🌼 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter. Enjoy the long weekend, look after each other, and stay fire safe.



www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/bushfire-basics/campfires

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15/03/2026

The Fire Danger Period and Total Fire Ban Days have extremely strict restrictions - and you require permits in order to undertake any type of burn - agricultural included.
Take a look at the restrictions and make sure to follow all conditions on the permit - with no burns to take place on a Total Fire Ban days - even if a permit has been issued.

14/03/2026

14/03/2026

During the Fire Danger Period 🔥burning off is not allowed unless you have a written permit issued by CFA, Fire Rescue Victoria or a Municipal Fire Prevention Officer, depending on where you are burning off.

Even if you have a permit, you must:
• Comply with all conditions on the permit.
• Always have an adult in attendance while the fire is alight and have the ability and equipment to put the fire out.
• The fire must be completely put out (extinguished) before the adult leaves.
• Regardless of any permits, you must ensure you comply with municipal local laws.
• Always register your burn off before lighting up, on 1800 668 511 or at firepermits.vic.gov.au

On Total Fire Ban Days, burning off is banned 🚫🔥and permits cancelled for the duration of the Total Fire Ban.

Any existing burn offs that you may have a Fire Danger Period permit for, are not allowed and must be put out completely before the Total Fire Ban begins.

To find out more visit, www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can and www.firepermits.vic.gov.au or contact your local CFA District to find out if a permit is available to you.

10/03/2026

27/02/2026

The VicEmergency app (and website) brings together emergency information and warnings from key emergency service agencies to alert for fire, flood, storm, health emergencies, water and more!
Understanding what the different alerts mean is important for helping to make informed decisions for you and your family.

The three levels of warnings are:
Advice 🟡
Watch and Act 🟠
Emergency Warning 🔴

Don't expect warnings to be issued in any particular order. The first warning you could get could be an Emergency Warning - watch the video below for more key information on warnings and what they mean.
Find out more at, https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/.../emergency.../about-warnings

26/02/2026

The VicEmergency app is the official Victorian Government app for access to community information and warnings for all types of emergencies in Victoria, and a great way to be aware of your surroundings and up to date on different alerts and warnings across our state 📱
Setting up watch zones in the app can make sure that you never miss advice or an alert as it pops up in areas that you live, work, travel to or have loved ones near
Scan the QR codes or click the link below to learn more about how to download the app and set up your watch zones this Summer 📱🔥
https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/.../your.../vicemergency-app