Cooma is set to become home to a state-of-the-art emergency management centre in the Polo Flat area, as the NSW Government announces plans for a new bushfire and emergency hub designed to strengthen disaster response capabilities across Snowy Monaro. The $15 million investment reportedly aligns with the findings of the 2020 NSW Bushfire Inquiry, which […]
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Escaped Burns Spark Warning on Safe Burning Practices
The RFS is reminding landholders to follow safe burning practices and ensure they notify their local fire authority and neighbours, after 30 escaped burns were reported across NSW in April – including a dozen over the Easter long weekend. PHOTO: An escaped burn from over the Easter long weekend CREDIT: NSW RFS Although the Bush […]