NEIGHBOURS HELPING NEIGHBOURS
Welcome to the Broke GET READY TEAM
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
In life threatening emergencies
Police – Fire – Ambulance: Dial 000
DISASTER UPDATES
Check Singleton Council Disaster Dashboard - VISIT HERE
Join the 'Broke Readiness & Recovery Support' group on Facebook - VISIT HERE
BUSHFIRES
Call the Bush Fire Information Line - 1800 679 737
Visit the "Fires Near Me" webpage - VISIT HERE
Check Rural Fire Brigade Facebook updates - VISIT HERE
Fire permits are required from the 1st of September to the 31st of March. Permits can be obtained on Thursday nights between 5-6pm at the Broke fire shed.
General enquiries:
Broke RFS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/broke.rfs.nsw.gov.au
Kathleen Everett - 0422 314 137
Kenny Fitzsimons - 0478 199 523
STORMS & FLOODS
Call the NSW SES for help in a storm or flood - 132 500
Check the SES Hazard Watch for updated information about flooding in your area - VISIT HERE
Check weather updates on the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) for Broke NSW - VISIT HERE
EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS FOR ANIMALS
For emergency help with relocation of animal, fodder, stock water and veterinary care, call Local Land Service's 'Agriculture and Animal Services Hotline ' - 1800 814 647
JOIN THE BROKE GRT
Help our community strengthen our capacity to prepare and act in the event of a fire or flood disaster.
The purpose of the GRT is to support Broke residents in the process of getting their properties ready for extreme weather events. During an event, the GRT will help to account for and assist residents, while providing reliable and up to date information via effective communication channels.
You can opt-in to the Broke GRT using just your name and a contact phone number, or you can provide as many details as you like. It's entirely up to you!
EMERGENCY RESOURCES
Emergency+ App
NSW State emergency service
Bureau of Meteorology
The Emergency+ app is a free app developed by Australia’s emergency services and their Government and industry partners. The app uses GPS functionality built into smart phones to help a Triple Zero (000) caller provide critical location details required to mobilise emergency services.
Bureau of Meteorology
NSW State emergency service
Bureau of Meteorology
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 and storms. Access regular forecasts, warnings, monitoring and advice spanning the Australian region.
NSW State emergency service
NSW State emergency service
Australian Red Cross First Aid App
NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is a volunteer -based emergency and rescue service that provides emergency assistance to the people of NSW 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. It is the approximately 9,000 volunteers across the state that make this possible.
Australian Red Cross First Aid App
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
Australian Red Cross First Aid App
The Red Cross First Aid app is a free, comprehensive pocket guide to first aid and CPR, giving you access to the most up to date first aid information anytime, anywhere.
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
Emergencies can strike at anytime, anywhere and without warning. The good news is, it's easy to protect yourself, the people you love and the things you value most. The 'Get Prepared' app helps you to plan and prepare for different types of emergencies so that you know what to do, where to go, and who to contact for support ahead of time.
NSW RFS - My Fire Plan
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
Australian Red Cross Get Prepared App
We’ve seen the devastating impact that bush fires can have – on people, properties and communities.
It’s important you take the time now to get ready for bush fires.
It can take as little as five minutes to make your plan. Discuss it with your family so you know what you will do in the event of a fire.
JOIN US!
The BGRT is a volunteer-led group of local residents working together to prepare for and respond to natural disasters such as bushfires, floods, and severe weather events in our area. By joining, you’ll help build a safer, more connected community.