Mole Creek Fire Brigade

09/10/2026

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🔥 Tasmanians are being urged to take extra caution against bushfires over the coming days, with increased fire danger weather forecast for several parts of the state on Saturday.

A high fire danger rating has been forecast for North East, East Coast, Midlands, Upper Derwent Valley, South East and Central Plateau districts due to warmer, dry weather and gusty westerly winds.

These conditions mean that fires can start easily and spread quickly.

While there are currently no fire restrictions in place and the Fire Permit Period has not yet commenced, we're asking the community to take a few simple steps to help keep Tasmania safe:

✅ Check any campfires, burn-offs or fire pits lit in recent days or weeks and make sure they are fully extinguished. Remember: soak it, stir it, soak it again.
✅ Review your bushfire survival plan so you know what you'll do if a fire starts.
✅ Stay informed through the TasALERT app, TasALERT or ABC Local Radio.
✅ If you see smoke, flames, or a fire that appears to have reignited, don't assume someone else has reported it. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

We're working hard to keep the community safe, but everyone has a role to play in reducing fire risk.

22/09/2026

Planning a Burn on Your Property?

Although we’re only in spring and the Fire Permit Period is not currently in place in our area, conditions can change quickly. Now is a good time to remind everyone how to carry out burns safely.

1. Check the weather
Wind is one of the main reasons burns escape and become uncontrollable. Check the forecast before lighting up and avoid burning on windy days.

2. Check the surrounding area
Despite it being spring, our region has experienced below-average rainfall. Check how dry the surrounding grass, vegetation and other flammable materials are before starting your burn.

3. Never leave a burn unattended
Not every bonfire is one you want to stand around with a cold bevvie—but if you’re burning a heap, remain nearby and keep it within sight at all times. Stay until the fire is fully extinguished.

4. Make sure you have enough water available
When did you last check your fire tank? Before lighting up, make sure your tank is full and that you have hoses, pumps and sufficient water ready in case the burn escapes.

Before burning, always check the current fire restrictions and permit requirements, notify or register your burn where required, and consider letting your neighbours know.

A little preparation can prevent a planned burn from becoming an emergency. If a fire escapes, call 000 immediately.

20/09/2026

Our 5.1 has deployed south to Colebrook to help our neighbours after a challenging day on the fire ground. Thanks guys and stay safe

19/09/2026

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🔥ℹ️ Tasmania Fire Service is urging all Tasmanians to take extra care this weekend, with elevated fire dangers forecast across much of the state on Sunday.

⚠️ Recent dry conditions mean vegetation can still ignite and fires may spread quickly if they start.

🤝 Help us keep Tasmania safe by:
➡️ Making sure any fires lit in recent days or weeks, including fire pits and other outdoor fires, are fully extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.
➡️ Checking your bushfire plan and prepare your property.

📲 If you do see any signs of fire re-igniting such as smoke and flames, call Triple Zero (000).

📌 Keep up to date with warnings and information on the TasALERT app or at TasALERT.com, or by listening to ABC Local Radio.

🗒️ Prepare your property and have a bushfire plan: www.bushfire.tas.gov.au

20/08/2026

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Tasmania Fire Service has co-launched a new national online learning module to help workers understand bushfire risk, prepare for emergencies, and make safer decisions before and during the bushfire season.

The free training takes 45 to 60 minutes to complete and is suitable for anyone who lives, works in, travels through, or visits bushfire-prone areas.

📱 Learn more: www.fire.tas.gov.au/elearning-module-bushfire-safety

13/07/2026

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30/06/2026

⚠️ Community Notice – Mole Creek & Surrounding Areas ⚠️

We've received reports from members of the community of water over several roads throughout our area.

The current weather event is forecast to continue into the early hours of Friday morning, so we encourage everyone to remain vigilant.

Please take the time to:
• Prepare your property where safe to do so.
• Avoid driving through floodwater – if it's flooded, forget it.
• Stay informed by following the latest updates from TasALERT and emergency services.

If you don't need to travel, consider delaying your trip until conditions improve.

Please stay safe and look out for your neighbours where you can.

Mole Creek Fire Brigade

30/06/2026

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