Howden Fire Brigade

11/08/2026

Keep looking when cooking. Turn it off before you turn away.

08/08/2026

When lithium-ion batteries fail they can get very hot very fast. They can burst violently, hiss and release toxic, flammable and explosive gases. This can cause a very intense fire that is difficult to put out.

Lithium-ion batteries are highly flammable. They can catch fire if they are:
• Overcharged
• Charged using a charger that doesn’t meet Australian Standards
• Left somewhere very hot
• Damaged
• Not working properly.

If a battery or device is smoking, flaming or melting, Get out and stay out and dial Triple Zero (000) immediately!

27/07/2026

At 2pm today, a test Critical Alert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in Australia.

🚨📲 A national test of AusAlert is happening today at around 2pm AEST. During the test, all compatible mobile devices in Australia will receive an alert around the same time which includes a loud siren-like sound that lasts about 10 seconds.

If receiving the test could disrupt you, or cause you or someone you know to feel unsafe, please visit ausalert.gov.au to find out how to turn a Priority Alert off on your device 📲🚨

As this is just a test, you don’t need to do anything, but in an actual disaster you should follow the alert instructions to keep yourself and others safe.

To learn more about AusAlert, visit ausalert.gov.au

23/07/2026

The Tasmania Fire Service responds to more than 350 house fires each year. Tasmania has one of the highest fire fatality rates in Australia. The Tasmania Fire Service is committed to keeping communities safe by sharing home fire safety strategies and information with Tasmanians.

11/07/2026

The Tasmanian Specialised Smoke Alarm Program and the Victorian Smoke Alarm Scheme are Government funded subsidies providing specialised smoke alarms to Deaf and hard of hearing people living in Tasmania and Victoria.

The specialised smoke alarm alerts users to fire hazard through visual (flashing light) and tactile (vibrating pad) stimuli to ensure safety within your home, particularly when asleep.

29/06/2026

It's the time of year where we need to check that all the fire alarms in our homes are working. Have you tested yours?

17/05/2026

Conditions across Tasmania remain dry, so it’s important to take extra care with any outdoor burning. Make sure you register you burn in advance with Tasmania Fire Service by calling 1800 000 699.

🔥 Reminder: Always supervise your burn-offs 🔥

Conditions across Tasmania remain dry, so it’s important to take extra care with any outdoor burning.

While Fire Permits are not currently required, people are encouraged to register burns in advance with Tasmania Fire Service by calling 1800 000 699.

Registering a burn will ensure your local brigade are aware of your plans should they need to respond, and you will prevent having a brigade turn up unnecessarily.

If you’re planning to burn:
• Always have an adult in attendance until the fire is completely extinguished
• Be prepared to manage the fire and monitor changing weather conditions
• Have suitable, working firefighting equipment on hand
• Never light fires in peat, humus or marram grass
• Let your neighbours know—smoke can impact health and farming operations (especially vineyards)

Before you leave any fire:
👉 Soak it.
👉 Stir it.
👉 Soak it again.

Also think carefully when lighting campfires or using machinery, and double check that recent fires (including fire pits) are fully out.

⚠️ Remember: Landowners are responsible for any damage caused by fires that escape their property.
📞 If you see signs of a fire re-igniting (smoke or flames), call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Stay informed and prepared:
• Fire danger ratings: https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/fire-danger-rating/
• Prepare your property and bushfire plan: https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/

18/02/2026

There is a High Fire Danger rating forecast across much of Tasmania this week. Make sure you stay alert and prepared.

With a High Fire Danger rating forecast across much of Tasmania this week, there’s a few things we can all do to stay safe.

ℹ️ Be aware vegetation is dry and there is a High Fire Danger rating in Central North, East Coast, Midlands, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, Central Plateau and Western districts today.

🤔 Think carefully and be cautious if lighting a campfire or using machinery.

🔥 Check recent fires on your property, including fire pits and other outdoor fires, are fully extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.

🤝 Prepare your property and have a bushfire plan: https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/

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

➡️ Stay up-to-date with changing conditions in your area: https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/fire-danger-rating/

📓 Fire Permits are required across the state, to obtain a permit submit an application online at www.fire.tas.gov.au or free call 1800 000 699.

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

➡️ For more information on how to prepare for bushfires, visit https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/

31/01/2026

Did you know that often homes exposed to ember attack don’t burn down until several hours after the fire has passed.
Download the Bushfire Safety Guide from https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/ and learn how to protect your property.

22/01/2026

It is up to you to keep yourself informed during the bushfire season. See below for the best ways to keep up to date.