NSW RFS - Utungun

17/08/2026

16/06/2026

A new national warning system, AusAlert, will be tested in the Liverpool area tomorrow afternoon. The test will take place at 4pm in the vicinity of Heathcote Rd and Newbridge Rd.

If you are within the test area, or neighbouring suburbs including Liverpool, Moorebank, Warwick Farm, Milperra and Casula, your device, such as mobile phones, tablets and smart watches, may receive a test alert.

Phones and devices that receive the test alert may vibrate and emit a loud, siren-like sound that will last for approximately 10 seconds.

This is a part of planned trials of the new system, which is designed to deliver faster alerts, reach more people and remain reliable even during network congestion.

For more information, visit: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/

13/06/2026

Phones, laptops, e-bike batteries. They all generate heat while charging.

Charging on a bed, doona or pillow traps that heat against fabric. Lithium-ion fires can start fast.

Charge on a hard, flat surface. Keep batteries off bedding. Be fire safe this winter. fire.nsw.gov.au/befiresafe

05/06/2026

Today, 1 June is Smoke Alarm Action Day, where we encourage everyone to test the smoke alarms in their homes.

Be smart and take part, the seconds you use to test your smoke alarm could be the seconds that save your life.

For more information or help with a free safety visit to your home, contact our friends at Fire and Rescue NSW. To request a free safety visit, check out their website: www.fire.nsw.gov.au/visits

17/05/2026

Initial Flood Watch for parts of the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers.

Issued at 1343 hrs (aest) on Sunday 17 May 2026.

Flood watch number: 1

ISOLATED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE IN THE ORARA, BELLINGER AND NAMBUCCA RIVERS AND COFFS CREEK

A cloud band and trough will cross eastern Australia and produce widespread showers and periods of rain over north east NSW during Monday and Tuesday.

Isolated thunderstorms are possible near the north east NSW coast from Sunday.

Catchments in the flood watch area are relatively wet.

Minor flooding is possible with thunderstorms in Coffs Creek from overnight Sunday.

Isolated minor flooding is possible in the Orara, Bellinger and Nambucca Rivers from Monday with forecast rain.

Catchments likely to be affected include:

Orara River: Minor flooding

Coffs Coast: Minor flooding

Bellinger and Kalang Rivers: Minor flooding

Nambucca River: Minor flooding

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Safety advice
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.

Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.

Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.

Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.

For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.

The next Flood Watch will be issued by 1300 hrs (aest) on Monday 18 May 2026.

15/05/2026

Smoke alarms, unlike wine, do not age well over time.

Did you know that most smoke alarms have a use-by date? Some modern smoke alarms have a life-span of up to ten years and may not have a battery to change, making it easy to forget how long since they’ve been installed.

Remember to regularly clean and test your alarms, and check the use-by date to help keep track of their age.

12/05/2026

While it’s quiet we are still seeking more team members to join. If your driving past and the sheds open, unless we’re on out way to a call out drop in for a chat.

08/05/2026

As we move into the colder months, fire agencies often see an increase in house fires as residents use their fireplaces and heaters to stay warm. With temperatures dropping and possible snow forecast across parts of the state in the coming days, it’s important you know how to stay safe.

Remember, you won’t smell smoke while you’re asleep, so make sure your bleeping smoke alarms are working. A working smoke alarm can save your life and give you and your family valuable time to escape a burning home.