This page provides information relating to emergency preparedness and the steps you can take to better prepare for emergencies in the Blue Mountains. Working together with community groups and the agencies that make up the Local Emergency Management Committee, you Read more…

Welcome to the NSW Rural Fire Service Bush Fire Household Assessment Tool. This tool is designed to help you make an informed decision when making your bush fire survival plan. No matter what your plan, it’s important you prepare your Read more…

Together the NSW SES and University of New England, AU launched the #3things project in May 2019. This series of short videos spark a conversation around the 3 things you would take with you in the event of an emergency Read more…

Emergency Management Australia supports Australia’s responses to emergencies, disasters and security incidents. We work with local communities in times of crisis to provide financial assistance to individuals and the states and territories. These funds are to provide support and help Read more…

Are you Bush Fire Ready? Download our 2-page checklist to get your household prepared, and to record your emergency checklist and important phone numbers. Read more…

The Bureau of Meteorology is Australia’s national weather, climate and water agency. Its expertise and services assist Australians in dealing with the harsh realities of their natural environment, including drought, floods, fires, storms, tsunami and tropical cyclones. Through regular forecasts, Read more…

The Blue Mountains is an inherently bush fire prone area, both as a result of the widespread bushland and historic patterns of development. Read more…

If you’re travelling during the bush fire season, you could be affected by a fire. Bush and grass fires often cross roads and highways. Smoke can reduce visibility and roads may also be closed without warning. It can take just Read more…

The NSW RFS is part of every rural community and we work together with farmers to help make our communities safer. The NSW RFS has a strong partnership with the NSW Farmers Association to help mitigate and respond to the Read more…

Emergencies such as floods or bushfires can happen quickly. Planning how to take care of your animals before an emergency helps to keep everyone safe. Read more…