York Volunteer Fire & Rescue

21/05/2025

It is with sad tidings that the York Volunteer Fire & Rescue brigade send condolences to the family of one of our life members Robert (Bobby) Edward Ashworth. Bobby joined the brigade in January 1953 and was a loyal member receiving his 40 year long service award in May 1995. He held the position of Foreman from January 1956 to December 1961. On the 3rd November 1968 he was awarded life membership to the brigade becoming it's 8th recipient of this prestigious acknowledgement of service to the brigade and community.

31/12/2024

This morning we received a fire call to a pile of rubbish on fire in the middle of New street, York. This fire started in the rear compactor section of the rubbish truck as it conducted the weekly curbside collection. At this stage the cause is unknown, but it is a timely reminder to everyone to be aware of what you put in your rubbish bin.
Things like lithium batteries, disposable lighters and things that might cause a spark shouldn't be placed in the garbage.
The procedure for the rubbish collection company is to dump burning rubbish directly into the street, next time they might not be so lucky and the truck may be burnt.
Have a safe New Year from all the local Volunteers.

21/12/2024

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25/10/2024

Tonight was the Captains dinner for the local Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service brigade, celebrating it's current members who look after the community and continue the service of the past 114 years. The following members received awards in recognition of their service: Elaine Alman 5 years VFRS Badge; Captain Phil Moorfield 5 years VFRS Badge; Graham Ashworth 45 years VFRS medal clasp & 3rd National Medal clasp; Mick Nottle 55 Year VFRS medal clasp & 4th National Medal Clasp; Roger Tonkin 15 year National Medal; Syd Bignell 2nd National Medal clasp; Graeme Hunt 4th National Medal clasp. Thank you to all members for their loyal and continued service, a fun night had by all, thank you Imperial Hotel for a great venue and meal.

15/06/2024

When wood burns, the carbon in the wood turns to carbon dioxide and floats up the chimney. Other substances in the wood do not burn. They are carried aloft by the heated air and are deposited on the chimney or flue walls as the air carrying them cools. Creosote is a tarry, black byproduct of burning wood. As we get into the colder part of winter, the conditions accelerate that form creosote, the colder the flue (especially on the roof) the more buildup is likely. It’s important to get your flue cleaned regularly, as buildup of creosote can cause a chimney fire.

15/06/2024

With the colder weather upon us please remember to check your chimneys and flues.

18/05/2024

You may notice that we don't share images and information about our recent or past incidents that we attend. For the privacy and safety of all involve, we prefer to only share details of these incidents only after official alerts, warnings and emergency information.
Many of the incidents involve ongoing investigations, private information or are operationally sensitive. In addition, during incidents we are busy actively working to protect life and property and make the area safe.
Community alerts during active incidents can always be found at www.emergency.wa.gov.au

We're always here to provide you with crucial preparedness tips, official updates, educational content and insights into our training and community events! You can also follow Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA ( www.dfes.wa.gov.au ) for more, and subscribe online to the Shire of York ( www.york.wa.gov.au ) SMS Bushfire Information notifications.

28/02/2024

🧑‍🚒 Today is "Thank You Fireys Day"! 👩‍🚒

We want to give a massive thank you to all our magnificent Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service firefighters.

With juggling work, family life and other commitments, we appreciate how you also give up your time to turn out to fires and road crash rescues, keep up with training and help run your brigade.

𝕎𝕠𝕦𝕝𝕕 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕝𝕚𝕜𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕝𝕠𝕔𝕒𝕝 𝕍𝔽ℝ𝕊 𝔹𝕣𝕚𝕘𝕒𝕕𝕖 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕒𝕝𝕝 𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕪 𝕕𝕠 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕞𝕦𝕟𝕚𝕥𝕪 𝕓𝕪 𝕤𝕖𝕟𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕞 𝕒 𝕕𝕠𝕟𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟?

Click the link below and we will notify the brigade and forward 100% of your donation to them on your behalf to use towards brigade expenses such as training resources, the call out communication App, or to cover catering on a meeting night.

https://www.vfrs.asn.au/donate-to-a-brigade

You can also show your support for the work we do for our volunteer fireys here 👇
https://bit.ly/3RoVT1X

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31/12/2023

Stay safe from this year into the new year

28/08/2023

Looking forward to catching up with you at the YORK SHOW this coming Saturday.

22/06/2023