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Today’s going to be a hot one Canberra at 34 degrees 🔥
As temperatures rise, remember to:
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Temperatures are rising today Canberra 🔥 If you’re cooling off at a shopping centre, pool or @LibrariesACT - don’t… Read more...
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⚠️Public Health Alert: Potential for a thunderstorm asthma event in the ACT region on Saturday 28 November 2020.
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Heads-up CBR - the Garran Oval COVID-19 testing will be closed tomorrow Saturday 28 November due to hot weather. Te… Read more...
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FOLLOWERS PLEASE NOTE: ACT Emergency Services Agency is coming together as one voice for safety. From 1 December 20… Read more...
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To hot to even bother stealing chips.. apparently. With temperatures across large areas of the state already hittin… Read more...
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RT @ResilienceNSW: Our friends at @ABCemergency have advice for the forecaste heatwave.
❗️ 1. Know your risk
📋 2. Plan now for what you w…
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Severe Weather
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Already very warm by 9:30 am through inland NSW and also some parts of the coast #Condobolin 36, #Griffith and… Read more...
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#Sydney we've updated the forecast for the city today as we expect the westerly wind to keep the sea breeze away fo… Read more...
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The ACT Emergency Services Agency is coming together as one voice for safety. From 1 December 2020, all Twitter upd… Read more...
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7:30am - 26 Nov 2020
The ACTSES has welcomed 70 new volunteers just in time for the 2020-21 storm season.
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RT @ACTPolicing: We’re only a whisker away from the end of Movember and we’re “driving home” the importance of looking after your physical…
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This week, I dropped in to police stations across Canberra to check in on @ACTPolicing members. Special thanks to e… Read more...
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.@ACTPolicing proudly works with @Menslink who provides invaluable support to young men in Canberra. This… Read more...
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I dropped in to the Garran Blood Donor Centre to roll up my sleeves & make my regular plasma donation. Knowing ever… Read more...
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We are at a 4 vehicle collision on the Kings Avenue Bridge Barton. Northbound traffic is severely impacted. Please… Read more...
7:16am - 26 Nov 2020
Hi all! Good news. Tuggeranong Pkwy is now open. Have a nice evening.
6:57am - 19 Nov 2020
Good afternoon Canberra. Major delays on the Tuggeranong Pkwy north bound just past Cotter Road. North bound tra… Read more...
6:02am - 19 Nov 2020
Ginninderra Drive Dunlop is now open and clear, thanks for your patience. Read more...
10:39pm - 17 Nov 2020
Ginninderra Dr closed at Lance Hill Ave Dunlop due to motor vehicle collision. Please drive safe avoid the area.
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The Australian Broadband Advisory Council has released its first report identifying priority sectors where digital… Read more...
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Round 5A of the Mobile Black Spot Program will continue to improve mobile coverage in regional and remote Australia… Read more...
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6:26am - 13 Nov 2020
Structure Fire - Greenway
ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R) firefighters are conducting ventilation operations at a seniors’ living village in Greenway.
A wheat bag warming in the microwave was found to be the source of a burning smell and smoke in a kitchen.
ACT Ambulance Service paramedics attended and assessed one occupant for smoke inhalation.
ACTF&R is reminding all Canberrans to heat wheat bags strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
The ACT State Emergency Service has welcomed 70 new recruits into units across Canberra
The ACT State Emergency Service has welcomed 70 new recruits into units across Canberra
70 new volunteers will join the ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES) in time for the 2020-21 storm season.
The new recruits are prepared with the knowledge to be first responders to incidents involving floods and storms, as well as provide crucial support to other emergency services.
The current La Niña Alert predicts wetter conditions across the capital this season, which may see the volunteers’ newfound skills in storm and water damage, land-based floodwater rescue, safety and first aid well utilised.
As a result of the new cohort comprising of 32 women, ages ranging from 18-70, and the range of backgrounds – the service was commended on its diversity within the Agency.
The new faces will join nearly 400 everyday Canberrans volunteering with the service.
ACT Ambulance Service paramedic takes top spot at the National Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards
Intensive care paramedic, Susith Adikari, was the National Winner at Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards in a ceremony at Government House yesterday.
Susith has been a paramedic with ACT Ambulance Service (ACTAS) for 13 years and was nominated for his altruistic commitment to protecting the community - notably during the British Columbia Bushfires (Canada) in 2017 and more recently, the 2019-20 bushfire season in Canberra.
Along with his duty as a paramedic with the ACT Ambulance Service, Susith is passionate about disseminating the wealth of knowledge and experience he has acquired over the years to help develop the next crop of graduate paramedics for ACT.
The National Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards is an initiative of the Rotary Districts and Clubs of NSW and ACT, which aims to acknowledge and celebrate selfless Community Service of Emergency Services personnel.
We’re proud to have dedicated first responders like Susith in our community
UPDATE - STORM IMPACT ACROSS THE ACT
UPDATE - STORM IMPACT ACROSS THE ACT
Throughout the day, the ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES), ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R) and Transport Canberra and City Services (TCCS) have responded to 98 requests for assistance. 37 of these requests remain pending, and crews will continue to respond into the evening.
The majority of damage has been caused by falling trees and leaking roofs.
There are currently no roads closed as a result of today’s storm activity.
To make sure you’re prepared for all emergencies, visit www.esa.act.gov.au to download and complete your Survival Plan.
STORM IMPACT ACROSS THE ACT
The severe weather that passed through the ACT last night and today caused damage across Canberra.
The ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES) have received 75 requests for assistance, and 46 remain outstanding.
Areas around the inner south of the city have been affected the most, with several major roads impacted. Where possible, please avoid the following on your drive home this afternoon:
- Constitution Ave (London Circuit intersection)
- Flinders Way
- Canberra Ave (western end)
- Barton Highway (Bellenden St exit)
- Mugga Lane
Source... Prescribed burn starting today at Molonglo River Reserve
Prescribed burn starting today at Molonglo River Reserve
Posted 2 months agoPrescribed burn starting today at Kowen Forest and Majura
Prescribed burn starting today at Kowen Forest and Majura
Posted 3 months ago2020 Eastern Grey Kangaroo conservation cull begins in June
2020 Eastern Grey Kangaroo conservation cull begins in June
Posted 6 months agoPrescribed burn at Pierces Creek to start today
Prescribed burn at Pierces Creek to start today
Posted 6 months agoCanberra playgrounds, parks and some libraries reopening
Canberra playgrounds, parks and some libraries reopening
Posted 7 months ago Source... 
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