Fire and Rescue NSW Station 511 Yass

05/06/2026

🚨Last year, nearly half the homes damaged or destroyed by fire in NSW did not have a working smoke alarm!

🚨Be smart and take part in Smoke Alarm Action Day, and test your smoke alarm works! A working smoke alarm is your best early warning sign of a fire, giving you and your loved ones the chance to get out, stay out, and call Triple Zero (000).

🚨Need help? Book a FREE Safety Visit at www.fire.nsw.gov.au/visits

01/06/2026

🚨🔥 SMOKE ALARM ACTION DAY IS TOMORROW! 🔥🚨

A working smoke alarm can provide those critical seconds needed to escape safely in the event of a fire.

🏠 Smoke alarms save lives… but only if they’re working!

✅ TEST IT.
✅ CHECK IT.
✅ PROTECT IT.

Take one minute tomorrow to press the test button on every smoke alarm in your home. That simple action could make all the difference when seconds count. ⏱️❤️

Can’t reach your smoke alarm? 🤔
No worries! Our Firefighters are here to help. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

Whether you need assistance testing your alarm, changing a battery, or replacing a faulty smoke alarm, simply:

📞 Contact your local Fire and Rescue NSW station, or
💻 Complete the online request form at:

🌐 www.fire.nsw.gov.au

Together, we’re building safer homes and safer communities, one smoke alarm at a time. 🏡❤️

01/06/2026

A working smoke alarm halves your risk of dying in a home fire, it's your best early warning, giving you and your loved ones the chance to get out, stay out, and call Triple Zero (000). Be smart and take part. Test your smoke alarm works, today!

13/05/2026

In the wake of Mother’s Day, we want to give a shout-out to all the stay-at-home parents looking for a new challenge, the chance to learn valuable skills, join a supportive team, and earn some extra income — we need you!

As an on-call firefighter, you’ll:
🧰 Train with your local crew each fortnight
🔥 Choose shifts that fit around your family and lifestyle
🚒 Be paid for your training, responses, and other duties
🧯Play an important role in keeping your community safe

If you’ve ever thought about giving it a go, now is the time.

For more information, visit https://careers.fire.nsw.gov.au/on-call-firefighting

Photo: 3 (we have 5) of our current female firefighters at Yass 511 - Firefighter Bec, Recruit Firefighter Marnie and Firefighter Brooke (Firefighter Naomi and Recruit Firefighter Jess are currently on parental leave)

09/05/2026

Thank you to those who came by the station today for our 2026 Open Day!

We had a great day showing you our trucks, tools, showing you a road crash rescue demonstration and sharing a sausage sizzle and home fire safety advice.

Until next year! Please don't hesitate to call 000 in the event of an emergency or our fire station number 6229 6711 for NON-URGENT queries, including permit burn requests.

- 511 Yass Crew

23/04/2026

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23/04/2026

Thank you Comrades at Gundagai Fire Station 313 for your support in being available for our Yass community while our crew was assisting with the truck fire.

🚒 STANDBY – YASS – 21/04/26 🚒

At around 9pm tonight, our tanker and crew were called to provide standby town coverage support at Fire and Rescue NSW Station 511 Yass while their crews attend a prolonged truck incident on the Hume highway.

While they are away our pumper will remain in Gundagai to ensure the town stays protected and ready to respond if required

06/03/2026

🔥 Fire safety for people living with dementia

For people living with dementia, staying safe at home is about finding the right balance between independence and protection.

Simple fire safety measures - like working smoke alarms, clear exit paths, and safer cooking practices can help reduce risk while supporting confidence and freedom in the home.

This March, we’re encouraging families and carers to start the conversation about tailored fire safety solutions and Home Fire Safety Visits.

To learn more about protecting people in our community living with dementia, visit:
👉 https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/fire-safety/home-fire-safety/topics/fire-safety-for-people-living-with-dementia

03/03/2026

March is Seniors Fire Safety Month 🔥

This month, Fire and Rescue NSW is focusing on senior members of our community, recognising the increased fire risk many older people face due to mobility, health, or sensory challenges.

Seniors Fire Safety Month is about education, preparedness, and strengthening community connections.

We’re working to ensure older residents feel confident, informed, and supported when it comes to fire safety in their homes.

A key part of this initiative is promoting our FREE Home Fire Safety Visits, where firefighters provide tailored advice, check smoke alarms, and help identify practical solutions to reduce fire risk.

If you, a family member, neighbour, or friend could benefit from a Home Fire Safety Visit, we encourage you to reach out either via the website: https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/fire-safety/home-fire-safety/safety-visits or give your local Fire + Rescue NSW Station a call. The Yass 511 Station number is 6229 6711.

Together, we can help keep our senior community safe.