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A Grassland Ecological Burn is taking place today, Saturday 7 October 2023, at the Australian National University. Smoke and flames may be visible in the area while the...

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the ACT. Canberrans will likely see damaging winds and showers throughout the...

As the ACT marks the start of the bushfire season on 1 October, three vital elements come into play to help mitigate the risk of bushfires in the region. Starting from...

Two prescribed burns will be taking place today and tomorrow, at the following locations:Saturday 23 September 2023- Near Tidbinbilla Road, TharwaSunday 24 September...

A pile burn is taking place today near Uriarra Road, Stromlo.Smoke and flames may be visible in this area while the burn is underway.This is a private landholder burn,...

The ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA) welcomes Wayne Phillips to the role of Interim Commissioner. Wayne’s appointment was announced by the Justice and Community...

There is currently a five hectare grass fire burning near Top Nass Road, Booth in southern ACT. This fire is being controlled. Crews from ACT Fire & Rescue and ACT...

When Jeremy Hagan volunteered for the ACT State Emergency Service in 2021, he had no idea his teenage son, Hugh, would soon want to follow in his footsteps.   “Dad...

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for the ACT. Canberra will likely be impacted by storms, damaging winds, and hail within the next hour, and...

Rotary Clubs of the ACT have recognised ACT emergency services staff and volunteers for their valuable contribution towards keeping the Canberra community safe with the...