The holiday season should be a time for joy and not tragedy, which is why Werribee Fire Brigade wants the community to stay fire ready.
December has already been action-packed, with firefighters responding to 36 calls for assistance in the first 10 days of the month.
The hot start to summer has been a continuation of the busiest months on record, that saw more than 100 incidents responded to in November.
Fires do not stop, so neither can training for them, which is why firefighters have spent five weeks dedicated to training for grass and bush fires in a season where predictions indicate an increased risk of fire activity across the west of the state.
Firefighter Aiden Trifilo said he enjoys the challenges of a busy period.
The volunteer brigade has also been busy educating the community.
During the month, the brigade was involved in 13 community safety and education events, including a joint training day at the Werribee Fire Station with the Alfred Hospital Trauma team.
The brigade has also been helping Santa, who has to adjust his winter ways for summer down under, visit the local children at childcare centres.
Those who want to keep up to date with their local firies, can check them out on Werribee Fire Brigade – CFA and @WerrribeeCFA on Instagram.
Jaidyn Kennedy
