8.5K views · 143 reactions | Are you interested in serving your local community, learning new skills and making new friends? Everyday you’ll find our volunteers helping to keep their communities safe. #nswrfs Interested in volunteering with the NSW Rural Fire Service? Learn about the range of roles and apply now at: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/join | NSW Rural Fire Service | Facebook

119K views · 1.2K reactions | Firefighters are working to contain the Kiama Ave Fire burning south of the Currarong community at Jervis Bay (Shoalhaven). The fire has crossed into the Beecroft Weapons Range limiting the ability of crews to directly attack the fire. The fire is not threatening homes and is expected to burn into the evening. | NSW Rural Fire Service | Facebook

11K views · 312 reactions | Have you ever wondered what happens when the #nswrfs receives a call for help? From the communication personnel at the State Operations Centre to the firefighters on the truck, everyone plays an important role in protecting the community. Watch as the NSW RFS - Illawong Brigade explains how our members respond to call outs. | NSW Rural Fire Service | Facebook

15K views · 97 reactions | Stay safe and prepared by using the CAL FIRE incident map during wildfires. The map shows where the fires are located, acres burned, containment efforts, air resources, and additional information on any evacuation warnings or orders. Visit fire.ca.gov for more information and learn how you can be #ReadyforWildfire. | CAL FIRE | Facebook

159K views · 5K reactions | There's heartbreak out of the New South Wales bushfires as two young families mourn the deaths of two fathers, killed while battling a monster blaze. The fires down south have also had an impact on Queensland. More: 7news.link/dZrtsg 7NEWS | 7NEWS Brisbane | Facebook

Heavy rainfalls along the New South Wales east coast have put out dozens of bushfires, including the mega Currowan Fire which has been extinguished after burning for more than 70 days. "As it moves across the mountains, particularly over the next 24-48 hours, that's where we really want to see more rain falling. Up in the high country, right out to the ACT, out into the Southern Slopes and Snowy Valley area. That's where we still have a bit of fire going ... It's the best rain we've seen in year

20K views · 689 reactions | A second contingent of Queensland rural fire service volunteers has left to help battle bushfires in New South Wales. The crews will assist with backburning operations and help keep communities safe. Report on 7NEWS at 6pm. More: 7news.link/rbDddN #7NEWS | 7NEWS Brisbane | Facebook