Celebrate our Rural Fire Service volunteers this week

Published on 18 June 2015

This week marks Rural Fire Service Week – a state wide celebration recognising the thousands of men and women who volunteer their time to help keep Queensland communities safe.

This inaugural weeklong event is set to see dozens of activities held around the State over the upcoming days, with the local area among the list.

Chair of Council’s Disaster Committee Councillor Tony Williams said the week and its upcoming events are an opportunity for the community to learn about their local brigades and also say thank you to its members.

“Over the years, Council have worked with fire and emergency crews including rural fire-fighters on fire trails and local emergencies,” Cr Williams said.

“The brigades do a tremendous amount of work and will no doubt be on their toes for the next few seasons also after TC Marcia and the extra fuel load added around our area.

“Each volunteer deserves praise for their efforts and dedication,” he said.

The Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ) is made up of approximately 35 000 volunteers, with around 1500 rural fire brigades and 2400 fire wardens. Roles of RFSQ volunteers include firefighting, community education, fundraising, administration and more.

For further details on the Rural Fire Service, including how you too can become a volunteer, head to https://ruralfire.qld.gov.au/Volunteering/

Celebrate Rural Fire Services Week with these upcoming activities:

Bouldercombe Rural Fire Brigade Open Day

When: Saturday 20 June, 2015 from 12 noon

Where: Fire Station, 52476 Burnett Highway
 

Display by Port Curtis Rural Fire Brigade Group

If you’re planning to head to the Mount Larcom Show this weekend (20 and 21 June), be sure to check out the stand and displays by Port Curtis Rural Fire Brigade Group on both Saturday and Sunday.