Mount Barker VFRS

Supporting the Mount Barker & surrounding areas since 1961.

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

It’s Rural Road Safety Month. If you’re driving on regional roads this weekend, drive to the conditions of the road and adjust your driving for bad weather and reduced visibility.

#RuralRoadSafetyMonth

More: https://t.co/hxe1HlshOn

[Bureau of Meteorology, Western Australia @BOM_WA]

A cold front is expected to impact WA tomorrow, with showers and strong winds developing. It's likely that a severe weather warning will be issued later today, so stay up to date with all warnings here; https://t.co/xxwnMwWNEi @dfes_wa

[Liam Croy @liamcroy]

Tomorrow's Advertiser

Tributes for a @dfes_wa legend who made an impact on so many. Rob Lake died hiking with his fiancee. His father leads tributes.

Albany-raised Jayden Rogers running trials of a potential COVID-19 vaccine.

And a teen's must-read warning for young drivers.

[Bureau of Meteorology, Western Australia @BOM_WA]

A low pressure system will cross the SW of #WA and bring wet and windy conditions as it does so. This animation shows the passage of the low and areas of rain associated with it. Check the latest warnings and forecasts here; https://t.co/4XoY4uGBXa

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

🚨 Double Demerits start midnight tonight 🚨

Double demerits will apply to all mobile phone, speed, red light, seatbelt, drink and drug driving offences. Take care on the roads and enjoy the long weekend.

https://t.co/6hQLBXqBMz

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

🌧️ Wet start to spring 🌧️
Remember to turn on your headlights, maintain a safe following distance, and be on the look out for hazards such as flash flooding and fallen trees.

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

If you glance away from the road when driving for just two seconds (at 60km/h), you're effectively driving blind for 33 metres. Even worse, at 100km/h, you miss 55 metres of road. Know the distance of distraction.

#distanceofdistraction

[DFES @dfes_wa]

Happy #worldfriendshipday ❤️ From vollies to career firefighters, an immense level of teamwork and trust is required to respond to some of the most difficult of incidents. Here’s just a few of the incredible friendships forged through fire and emergency services. 💪🏽 #BFF #WA

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

Over the past 10 years, serious road trauma on WA roads has reduced by about 30%. Despite our improvements, WA's road fatality rates are still third last when compared to the other States. Visit https://t.co/C3Yykzrtc5 to have your say on the future of road safety. #imaginezero

[Bureau of Meteorology, Western Australia @BOM_WA]

Much-needed #rain coming to southern & western WA—from the Capes to northern #Gascoyne tomorrow (Thu) pm and through grain-growing districts Friday. Expect 10–20 mm in most areas; some parts may see 50+mm by the end of Fri.
Find your forecast at https://t.co/lGjVQDuJ7O
@dfes_wa

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

National Road Safety Week starts tomorrow. It's time to think about how you drive, so others survive.Take the pledge. Discover more at: https://t.co/jfL4oHwAv9

#NRSW

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

Let's make the roads safer for those attending roadside incidents. Remember to reduce speed gradually to 40km/h when passing incident response vehicles with flashing lights and, where possible and safe to do so, move to the next lane. https://t.co/Xp49raI1uy

[DFES @dfes_wa]

📣NOMINATIONS OPEN 📣
Do you know an outstanding individual or volunteer group who deserves recognition for going beyond the call of duty? You can nominate them for this year's Firefighting, Volunteer Marine Rescue Services or SES Awards! https://t.co/gbNuIG8jh0 @ABCemergency

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

Keeping your feet up on the dashboard might seem harmless, but can cause serious injuries in the event of a crash. Airbags deploy at speeds upwards of 160km/h and could potentially break bones in your legs, and send your knees hurtling towards your face.

[DFES @dfes_wa]

It's been a tough 24 hours - #Thankyou to all involved in protecting lives & homes, fighting fires on the frontline or from above, behind the scenes support crews & everyone in between. A Watch & Act remains in place for parts of Forrestdale - latest info https://t.co/v9GYWWrJRJ

[Road Safety Commission Western Australia @RoadSafetyWA]

🚨Double demerits begin midnight tonight and ends Sunday 6 January inclusive. Please drive safely. 🚨

[AIDR @AIDR_News]

Today International Volunteer Day #IVD we give a special shout-out to women in firefighting who answer the call to serve and protect our communities.
@ntpfes @QldFES @WAFA_Comms @NSWRFS @SA_MFS @MFB_NEWS @CFSAlerts @dfes_wa @TasFireService #Volunteering https://t.co/SHKWNb5zy0

[Bureau of Meteorology, Western Australia @BOM_WA]

⚠️A strong cold front is expected to affect the western coast of Western Australia from Monday—bringing heavy rain, strong winds and large swells.
For the latest WA forecasts, check https://t.co/hNAftCy3QS or the BOM Weather app regularly. @DFES_WA @ABCemergency

[DFES @dfes_wa]

Do you know a teacher who would like a free firefighter school visit? 🚒

Available for Year 3 classes in the metro & in some regional areas, this incursion is part of the Home Fire Safety program on how to prevent & respond to home fires. Info [email protected]

[DFES @dfes_wa]

Nominations are now open for the #Firefighting, #MarineRescue & State Emergency Service Awards!

Help us recognise the extraordinary contributions of career and volunteer emergency services personnel in your community. Nominate here https://t.co/NXUTG0fAUR #PerthNews #SES 🏆