The Latest Breaking News from ACT Fire and Rescue

Firies union slams ESA on bushfire anniversary, saying it 'failed' to learn lessons

Instead of promised new fire stations years ago, there are just two vacant lots, one at Acton and another in the Molonglo Valley, which bore the brunt of the 2003 firestorm.

The Canberra Times · Jan 18, 2023

Nearly 300 tonnes of rubbish dumped after tip fire

The fire was finally extinguished three days after it started.

The Canberra Times · Dec 29, 2022

Students evacuated following St Clare's College fire

Those on scene reported a significant amount of smoke in the surrounding area.

The Canberra Times · Dec 9, 2022

Police investigating child's death after fire crews reportedly did not enter home

Police are investigating the death of a 13-year-old on behalf of the coroner.

The Canberra Times · Aug 23, 2022

Union boss confident firefighters will be exonerated after crew didn't enter home due to COVID fears

A review is underway into the response from emergency services.

The Canberra Times · Aug 15, 2022

Motorist hits fire truck after failing to scrape ice from windscreen

The driver of the white Hyundai Accent had not cleared ice from his windscreen and collided with an ACT Fire and Rescue truck.

The Canberra Times · Jul 15, 2022

Northside street closed following hazmat incident

ACT Fire and Rescue crews have responded to a gas smell.

The Canberra Times · Mar 6, 2022

Disqualified Kambah driver charged after allegedly fleeing crash scene, refusing drug test

The other driver in the crash had to be extracted from her car by ACT Fire and Rescue, police said.

The Canberra Times · Jan 31, 2022