CFA Cooma Fire Brigade

27/05/2026

Smoke Alarm Action Day is coming up this Monday, June 1st.
We know everyone’s busy, but a house fire moves faster than you think. If your smoke alarms aren't working, you won't get the warning you need. It’s as simple as that.
Take two minutes tonight to do a quick check:
Press the button: Make sure it actually beeps.
Check the date: Look at the back of the unit. If it’s more than 10 years old, the sensors wear out and the whole unit needs replacing.
Look out for your neighbours: If you have an elderly neighbour or someone nearby who can't get up on a ladder, please do them a favour and check theirs for them too.
If you’re stuck, don't have anyone nearby to help, and physically can't check your alarms, please don't risk a fall. We have a brigade BBQ night at the station this Monday evening from 6:30. Drop on by and come have a chat with us so we can figure out how to help you out.
Don't leave it to chance. Test yours tonight, change the batteries if they're flat, and let's keep Cooma safe.
Cheers,
CFA Cooma Fire Brigade 🚒

03/05/2026

🚒 Thinking About Joining Cooma Fire Brigade? 🚒

Like many small rural brigades, we lean pretty heavily on the same core group of members to answer the call — and the reality is we need to keep building the next generation so the brigade stays strong into the future.

We know people are busy. Work, family, sport, farming, life in general — everyone’s capacity looks different, and that’s okay.

Everyone’s 100% is different.
Whether you can turn out to every job or just help when you’re able, it all makes a difference.

What matters most is being willing to be part of the team.

Our brigade has a strong culture, good people, and a genuine sense of mateship and belonging. You won’t just be joining an organisation — you’ll be joining a team that looks out for each other and enjoys doing it.

No experience needed — we’ll provide the training and support.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we’d love to have a chat.

📩 Send us a message to learn more.

Help us build the brigade for the future.

01/05/2026

20/04/2026

15/04/2026

We’ve seen first-hand recently how quickly a small fire can escalate.

In the past few weeks, we’ve had a cooking fire locally that was already knocked down when we arrived.
If it hadn’t been dealt with straight away, the house would likely have been fully involved by the time crews got there.

We’ve also seen another example recently where early action made a big difference.

Same lesson both times:

👉 The best time to put a fire out is when it’s small.

These are simple setups at home and in a vehicle — nothing fancy, but ready if needed.

Most fires start with everyday things — cooking, electrics, heaters —
but once they take hold, they move FAST.

💡 A couple of simple things to check:

✔ Fire extinguisher or blanket — and know how to use them
✔ Working smoke alarms
✔ A simple plan if it gets out of control

If you’ve been putting it off — add smoke alarm batteries to your next shopping list.

If a fire does take hold — get out, stay out and call 000.

Take 5 minutes tonight and have a look around your place (and your vehicle).
Small effort, big difference.

– Cooma CFA

08/04/2026

🌩️ THURSDAY WEATHER – LOW KEY HEADS UP

You may have seen forecasts about severe thunderstorms across parts of Victoria tomorrow.

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting possible thunderstorms statewide, mainly in the afternoon and evening, with the higher risk of severe weather expected south of us.

For the Cooma area, there is still a chance of storms developing, but the risk is lower.

At this stage, any impacts locally would most likely be:
• Brief gusty winds
• Localised showers or storms

👉 Conditions can change quickly, so keep an eye on the Bureau of Meteorology warnings and radar if you’re out and about.

04/04/2026