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Lockridge Community Fire Unit
Inspired by NSW & ACT CFU. A community based fire unit to protect lives and property of lockridge.

12/10/2026

🔥 A little local reminder—bushfires don’t wait for summer.

This afternoon’s fire near Guildford Grammar School burnt approximately 20 × 20 metres and is now out. A small incident, but a reminder that fires can happen around our suburbs outside the peak summer months.

🌬️ For Lockridge, fires to our east are worth paying attention to when easterly winds are blowing. These winds blow from east to west and, under the right conditions, can carry burning embers towards our area. The risk depends on the fire’s intensity, wind direction and strength—not simply how close the flames are.

Embers can travel ahead of a fire and start new fires in dry leaves, gutters and gardens. Living in the suburbs doesn’t mean we can forget about bushfire preparation.

This isn’t to suggest today’s small fire posed an ember threat to Lockridge—it’s a reminder to stay aware and prepare before a more serious day comes along.

🍂 Clear accumulated dry leaves, keep gutters free of debris and have a household bushfire plan. That “I’ll do it before summer” job might be worth bringing forward a little. 😉

Stay informed, look out for your neighbours, and follow Emergency WA⁠ for official warnings and updates. 👍

Ember-risk information follows DFES guidance.

11/10/2026

🌤️ Lockridge, a little preparation now beats a sweaty scramble when summer arrives!

With another week ahead and the warmer months getting closer, it’s a good time to tick off a few small jobs around home. No need to tackle everything in one afternoon—the weekend deserves a bit of relaxing too. ☕

🍂 Start with the leaves. Clear dry leaves and loose debris from around the house, along fences and under outdoor furniture. Those corners that collect everything the breeze brings in are a good place to start.

🏡 Give your yard a quick tidy. Pick up fallen twigs, tackle dry grass and mve unnecessary clutter away from the house. That pile you’ve been “getting around to” has officially been noticed. 😉

🔦 Check the basics. Does the torch work? Is the power bank charged? Can everyone find the important phone numbers? Five minutes checking now can save plenty of frustration later.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Have a quick household chat. If you needed to leave home in a hurry, where would you go, what would you take, and who’s sorting the pets? Best to settle that before the cat disappears behind the couch.

🤝 Check in with a neighbour who might need a hand. A little help with a small job can make a big difference.

Pick one job this week and get it done. Getting prepared doesn’t have to be dramatic—it just has to start. 👍

Keep an eye on the local forecast through the Bureau of Meteorology⁠, and check Emergency WA⁠ for warnings and updates.

07/10/2026

⛈️ Lockridge, a little thunder is no reason to panic—but it is a good reason to bring the dog inside!

Storms can put on quite a show. Here are a few reminders for when the sky starts rumbling:

🏠 Head indoors and stay clear of windows. Avoid sheltering under trees or heading outside for that perfect lightning photo.

🪑 Secure outdoor furniture and loose items before the storm arrives. Your neighbour probably doesn’t need a surprise trampoline.

🐾 Bring pets inside and have a torch handy in case the power goes out.

⚡ Storms can also bring down powerlines. Always treat fallen lines as live, stay at least 8 metres away, and keep others clear—even if there are no sparks. Don’t touch nearby branches or objects in contact with the wires. Call Western Power on 13 13 51, or 000 for a life-threatening emergency. This is definitely one job to leave to the experts!

🔥 Lightning can also start bushfires, particularly when there’s little rain. Report any fire or smoke you spot to 000.

Check Emergency WA⁠ for warnings and updates. For SES emergency storm assistance, call 132 500; for life-threatening emergencies, call 000.

Stay safe, look out for your neighbours, and let the sky handle the fireworks. 👍

Safety advice based on DFES and the Bureau of Meteorology.

Photos by jase wilber

06/10/2026

🔥 That smoky sky is your friendly reminder—summer’s warming up in the wings!

As things dry out, smoke on the horizon could be a bushfire. Don’t automatically assume it’s a prescribed burn or someone getting a bit enthusiastic with the barbecue. 🌭

Now’s a good time to clear the gutters, tidy up dry leaves and grass, and have a chat with the household about your bushfire plan. A little preparation now beats a last-minute scramble in the thongs.

Keep an eye on Emergency WA⁠ for warnings and updates.

Let’s get ready, Lockridge. 👍

26/03/2026

🔔 Lockridge Community

A Damaging Winds Advice has been issued for parts of Perth Metropolitan, South West, Lower South West and Goldfields Midlands

Strong easterly winds are expected
- Average winds: 55–65 km/h
- Gusts up to: 90 km/h
- Most intense: 2am – 10am Thursday (especially hills & foothills)

How to be prepared.

- Secure outdoor furniture, trampolines & loose items

- Prepare an emergency kit (torch, batteries, radio, first aid)

- Charge devices and powerbanks where possible.

- Make sure your household emergency plan is ready (sit down and make sure everyone knows the plan, get the kids involved! We got our toddlers to get their headlamps and lanterns ready and know where to find them.)

- Don’t forget your fur and feathered babies too! Where possible bring them indoors.

Please take this seriously and prepare early to keep your family and community safe. Please message us if you require further information, always happy to help our community where we can.

16/03/2026

Lockridge Community Fire Unit (CFU) exists to provide rapid community-based fire response and property protection within the Lockridge area. The unit operates as a trained volunteer response group focused on the suppression of grass and scrub fires, protection of structures during bushfire events, and support to emergency services during large incidents.

The primary objective of Lockridge CFU is to protect life, reduce fire spread, and safeguard property through safe, disciplined, and coordinated firefighting operations. All activities undertaken by the unit prioritise firefighter safety, adherence to established fireground safety systems, and cooperation with official emergency response agencies.

Members of Lockridge CFU are expected to maintain a high standard of operational readiness, training, and equipment maintenance to ensure effective response to incidents affecting the community.

15/03/2026

With summer over it’s important to remember the threat of suburban bushfires is still around. Last night there was a fire close to Valley Brook road not too far from homes. Luckily it was a cooler night, not too windy and DFES were able to respond promptly.

28/02/2026

Today marks the last day of summer but it’s very important to remember the fire season still isn’t over. This last month has shown that bushfires can impact urban areas.
Keep maintaining your property prepared for fire season by clearing gutters, mowing grass, pruning trees from roofs and removing low hanging branches.

16/01/2026

Kiara fire trucks are offline. This is a strong reason why we are creating Lockridge CFU.

Today is another hot and dry day in Swan. If you haven’t already please download the emergency WA app and keep safe.

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