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The NSW Rural Fire Service, the world's largest fire service. Our 74,000 volunteer members provide emergency services to more than 95 percent of NSW.

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Thanks to the interstate support given to our crews in northern NSW. At the Glens Creek Rd Fire near Nymboida a Strike Team from Tasmania have given local crews some well earned rest. A Victorian colleague has also assisted Clarence Valley Air Base with aviation support.

Thanks to the interstate support given to our crews in northern NSW. At the Glens Creek Rd Fire near Nymboida a Strike Team from Tasmania have given local #RFS crews some well earned rest. A Victorian colleague has also assisted Clarence Valley Air Base with aviation support.
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firefighters, assisted by FRNSW, are working to contain a structure fire on Hillside Road, Moama (Murray River LGA). No immediate threat to other properties in the area, however Hillside Road remains closed at this time. 📷: Mathoura Rural Fire Brigade.

#RFS firefighters, assisted by FRNSW, are working to contain a structure fire on Hillside Road, Moama (Murray River LGA). No immediate threat to other properties in the area, however Hillside Road remains closed at this time. 📷: Mathoura Rural Fire Brigade.
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A pleasant surprise for some of our volunteer firefighters working to control fires in northern NSW around the Tenterfield area. A special treat was received in their lunch packs - letters from students at Tenterfield School. Very much appreciated. 📷: Callala Bay Brigade.

A pleasant surprise for some of our #RFS volunteer firefighters working to control fires in northern NSW around the Tenterfield area. A special treat was received in their lunch packs - letters from students at Tenterfield School. Very much appreciated. 📷: Callala Bay Brigade.
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Following a request for assistance, the -owned Citation aircraft and NSW based C130 Large Air Tanker have been deployed to assist with fires currently burning in Western Australia. Arriving in Busselton this afternoon, they'll get to work helping protect communities in WA.

Following a request for assistance, the #RFS-owned Citation aircraft and NSW based C130 Large Air Tanker have been deployed to assist with fires currently burning in Western Australia. Arriving in Busselton this afternoon, they'll get to work helping protect communities in WA.
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At 10am today there are 66 fires burning across NSW, 14 not yet contained. All fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level. Thanks to the more than 400 firefighters and incident management specialists currently working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

At 10am today there are 66 fires burning across NSW, 14 not yet contained. All fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level. Thanks to the more than 400 firefighters and incident management specialists currently working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #RFS
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Our thoughts are with our Qld Fire & Emergency colleagues, as well as the family and friends of those who have tragically lost their lives.

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A bush fire information point will be set up today, Sunday 5 November to provide community members with information on the Deepwater and Magistrate Trl, Deepwater fires - Deepwater Community Arts Hall, New England Highway Deepwater, between 11:00am to 3:00pm.

A bush fire information point will be set up today, Sunday 5 November to provide community members with information on the Deepwater and Magistrate Trl, Deepwater fires - Deepwater Community Arts Hall, New England Highway Deepwater, between 11:00am to 3:00pm. #RFS
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A bush fire information point will be set up today, Sunday 5 November, to provide community members with information on the Scrub Rd, Benders Creek and Sawyers Creek fires - Tenterfield Post Office, Cnr of Manners St & New England Highway Tenterfield, between 11:00am to 3:00pm.

A bush fire information point will be set up today, Sunday 5 November, to provide community members with information on the Scrub Rd, Benders Creek and Sawyers Creek fires - Tenterfield Post Office, Cnr of Manners St & New England Highway Tenterfield, between 11:00am to 3:00pm.
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The is planning to conduct weather balloon flights this morning near Hillgrove, approximately 20km east of Armidale. The flights from the Hillgrove Recreation Ground will occur between 10am and 11am today.

The #RFS is planning to conduct weather balloon flights this morning near Hillgrove, approximately 20km east of Armidale. The flights from the Hillgrove Recreation Ground will occur between 10am and 11am today.
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As at 6pm, there are 66 fires burning across NSW, with 22 not yet contained. All of the fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level, with more than 500 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

As at 6pm, there are 66 fires burning across NSW, with 22 not yet contained. All of the fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level, with more than 500 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #RFS
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Interstate assistance has been welcomed today on the Glens Creek Rd Fire, Nymboida (Clarence Valley LGA). Strike Teams from Tasmania have been undertaking backburning operations, giving local crews much appreciated rest. Latest fire information at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

Interstate assistance has been welcomed today on the Glens Creek Rd Fire, Nymboida (Clarence Valley LGA). Strike Teams from Tasmania have been undertaking backburning operations, giving local crews much appreciated rest. Latest fire information at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #RFS
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As of 9am, there are 52 fires burning across NSW, with 14 not yet contained. All of the fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level, with more than 350 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

As of 9am, there are 52 fires burning across NSW, with 14 not yet contained. All of the fires currently burning are at the 'Advice' level, with more than 350 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #RFS
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The is planning to conduct weather balloon flights this morning near Hillgrove, approximately 20km east of Armidale. The flights from the Hillgrove Recreation Ground will occur between 10am and 11am today.

The #RFS is planning to conduct weather balloon flights this morning near Hillgrove, approximately 20km east of Armidale. The flights from the Hillgrove Recreation Ground will occur between 10am and 11am today.
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As of 5:30pm, there are 62 fires burning across NSW, with 21 not yet contained. All fires are currently burning at Advice level, with around 400 firefighters and incident management personnel working to contain these fires. More information at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

As of 5:30pm, there are 62 fires burning across NSW, with 21 not yet contained. All fires are currently burning at Advice level, with around 400 firefighters and incident management personnel working to contain these fires. More information at rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #RFS
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While much of the work we do is on the fireground, another important job is engaging with the community. Earlier today, members of the community field liaison team, supported by a local RFS brigades, visited the students of St Joseph's Primary School at Tenterfield.

While much of the work we do is on the fireground, another important job is engaging with the community. Earlier today, members of the community field liaison team, supported by a local RFS brigades, visited the students of St Joseph's Primary School at Tenterfield.
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Today the RFS family came together to farewell Senior Deputy Captain John Holmes, who passed away last month while helping battle the Bean Creek Fire in Kyogle. A celebration of John’s life was held in Mallanganee. Our thoughts are with John’s family, friends and brigade.

Today the RFS family came together to farewell Senior Deputy Captain John Holmes, who passed away last month while helping battle the Bean Creek Fire in Kyogle. A celebration of John’s life was held in Mallanganee. Our thoughts are with John’s family, friends and brigade.
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Lightning strikes have been detected in the north of the state, west of the current fire activity near Tenterfield. It's important you check your property for any new fires. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000) immediately. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

Lightning strikes have been detected in the north of the state, west of the current fire activity near Tenterfield. It's important you check your property for any new fires. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000) immediately. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm #NSWRFS
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A bush fire information point will be set up today, Friday 3 November, to provide community members with information on the Christies Fire. The BFIP will be located at the State Border Park - Rockwell St, Wallangarra between 1:00pm to 5:00pm (NSW Time). rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

A bush fire information point will be set up today, Friday 3 November, to provide community members with information on the Christies Fire. The BFIP will be located at the State Border Park - Rockwell St, Wallangarra between 1:00pm to 5:00pm (NSW Time). rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm
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As of 9am, there are 55 fires burning across the state, with 11 not yet contained. All of the fires are currently burning at an 'Advice' level, with more than 500 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

As of 9am, there are 55 fires burning across the state, with 11 not yet contained. All of the fires are currently burning at an 'Advice' level, with more than 500 firefighters and incident management specialists working to contain these fires. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm
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As of 5pm, there are 67 fires burning across NSW, with 30 not yet contained. Firefighters continue to establish and strengthen containment lines before elevated fire danger returns next week. Stay up-to-date through the Hazards Near Me app and rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

As of 5pm, there are 67 fires burning across NSW, with 30 not yet contained. Firefighters continue to establish and strengthen containment lines before elevated fire danger returns next week. Stay up-to-date through the Hazards Near Me app and rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm
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