Fire and Rescue NSW Station 484 Wallsend

06/09/2026

31/08/2026

🔥 WHEN DID YOU LAST CLEAN YOUR DRYER’S LINT FILTER? 👕🧺

It takes seconds to do, but it’s an important part of reducing the risk of a clothes dryer fire.

Lint is highly combustible and can accumulate quickly, particularly in busy households where the dryer gets plenty of use.

🧹 Clean the lint filter before or after every load
🌬️ Keep ventilation and exhaust areas clear
👕 Don’t overload the dryer
⚠️ Stop using the appliance if it begins making unusual noises, smells hot or isn’t operating normally
🏠 Make sure you have working smoke alarms
🔌 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use and maintenance

Avoid running your dryer when nobody is home to respond if something goes wrong.

Clean the lint. Check the dryer. Reduce the risk.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

31/08/2026

🚒 TRUCK ROLLOVER | WALLSEND 🚒

Just before 6:00am on Monday 31st August 2026, Fire and Rescue NSW crews responded to reports of a truck rollover at the intersection of Newcastle Road and Longworth Avenue, Wallsend.

On arrival, firefighters found a heavy vehicle on its side, significantly impacting the roadway.

Firefighters worked alongside other emergency services to make the scene safe, manage hazards associated with the incident and assist with operations at the scene.

Heavy vehicle incidents can create significant risks for emergency crews and other road users. Motorists are reminded to slow down, remain alert and follow the directions of emergency services when approaching an incident scene.

It was a busy start to Monday morning, with Wallsend firefighters committed to the incident for almost five hours.

30/08/2026

🔋 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES POWERFUL, BUT NOT RISK FREE 🔥

E-bikes and e-scooters are becoming increasingly common and so are fires involving lithium-ion batteries.

When these batteries fail, they can produce an extremely intense and rapidly developing fire.

⚡ Only use the charger designed or approved for your device
🔌 Unplug the device once charging is complete
🚪 Never charge an e-bike or e-scooter where it blocks your exit
☀️ Keep batteries away from excessive heat and direct sunlight
🔨 Never use a battery that is swollen, damaged, leaking or behaving unusually
🛏️ Avoid charging devices while you’re asleep or unable to monitor them
♻️ Dispose of damaged or unwanted batteries correctly never place them in general household rubbish

If a lithium-ion battery starts smoking, hissing, swelling or overheating, move away, evacuate and call Triple Zero (000).

Charge safely. Store safely. Know the warning signs.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

29/08/2026

🏠🔥 DOES YOUR FAMILY HAVE A HOME FIRE ESCAPE PLAN?

When a fire starts, conditions inside a home can change incredibly quickly. That’s why the best time to work out how you’re getting outside is before an emergency happens.

Sit down with everyone in your household and make a simple escape plan.

🚪 Know two ways out of each room where possible
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Make sure children understand what to do
📍 Choose a safe meeting place outside
🔑 Keep exits accessible and keys readily available
🚨 Get out, stay out and call Triple Zero (000)
🔥 Never go back inside a burning building

And most importantly practise it.

Turn it into a quick family drill and make sure everyone knows exactly where to meet once outside.

A few minutes of planning today could save precious seconds during a real emergency.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

28/08/2026

🔥 PLANNING A BACKYARD FIRE? KNOW THE RULES FIRST.

A cool evening around a fire can be great an unexpected visit from the local fire truck, probably less so. 🚒😅

Before lighting any recreational fire, make sure it is permitted and complies with the rules applying to your area and current fire restrictions.

✅ Check whether the fire is permitted
📋 Check whether approvals or permits are required
🔥 Check current fire restrictions and Total Fire Bans
💧 Have a reliable means of extinguishing the fire nearby
👀 Keep the fire supervised at all times
🏠 Keep it safely away from structures and combustible materials
💨 Be considerate of smoke affecting neighbouring properties

Never leave a fire unattended, and make sure it is completely extinguished when you’re finished.

Before lighting up, check the current advice from Fire and Rescue NSW, the NSW Rural Fire Service and your local council.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

27/08/2026

🚗 SAFE DRIVING SAVES LIVES 🚒

Our crews regularly attend motor vehicle crashes and we see firsthand how quickly an ordinary trip can turn into an emergency.

Whether you’re travelling five minutes down the road or heading away for the weekend:

📱 Put the phone away
💺 Wear your seatbelt
🚦 Obey the speed limit and drive to the conditions
😴 Don’t drive tired
🍺 Never drink and drive
🚒 If you see emergency vehicles approaching with lights and sirens, remain calm and safely make way

There’s no text message, appointment or destination worth risking a life for.

Slow down. Stay focused. Arrive safely.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

26/08/2026

🌿 SPRING IS ALMOST HERE, IS YOUR HOME READY? ☀️🔥

As the weather starts warming up, now is a great time to give your property a spring fire-safety clean-up.

A little preparation around the home can make a big difference as conditions become warmer and vegetation begins to dry out.

🍂 Remove accumulated leaves and dry vegetation
🏠 Clear leaves and debris from gutters
🌳 Trim vegetation away from buildings
🔥 Keep combustible materials away from your home
🚪 Make sure everyone knows your household escape plan
🚒 Keep access to your property clear for emergency vehicles

While you’re doing the spring clean, give your smoke alarms a test too!

Prepare now, rather than when an emergency is already happening.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

25/08/2026

🚨 SMOKE ALARMS SAVE LIVES 🚨

When you’re asleep, your sense of smell won’t wake you, but a working smoke alarm can.

Take a minute this week to check the smoke alarms throughout your home. Press the test button, make sure everyone in the household recognises the sound, and never ignore a chirping or faulty alarm.

🔥 Test your smoke alarms regularly
🔋 Replace removable batteries when required
🧹 Keep alarms clean and free from dust
🏠 Make sure alarms are installed in the right locations
📅 Replace smoke alarms when they reach the end of their service life

A working smoke alarm can provide the early warning you need to get yourself and your family to safety.

Don’t leave it until there’s smoke in the room. Test yours today.

🚒 Wallsend Fire Station | Fire and Rescue NSW

25/08/2026