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  Bushfire - tScholars.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Fire frequency in the north is difficult to assess, as the vast majority of fires are deliberately started by humans.
Plants have evolved to survive fires by a variety of strategies (from possessing reserve shoots that sprout after a fire, to fire-resistant seeds) or even encourage fire (in the case of eucalypts, containing flammable oils in the leaves) as a way to eliminate competition from less fire-tolerant species.
New South Wales Rural Fire Service, The NSW Rural Fire Service is the largest fire department in the world which specialises in fighting bushfires.
www.tscholars.com /encyclopedia/Bushfire   (1056 words)

  
 Encyclopedia of American Industries - Service
The service may consist of complete processing and preparation of reports from data supplied by the customer or a specialized service, such as data entry or making data processing equipment available on an hourly or time-sharing basis.
This classification covers establishments primarily engaged in servicing and repairing household and commercial electrical refrigerators and air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
This industry consists of establishments primarily engaged in medical services for the mentally ill. Hospital establishments primarily engaged in providing health care for the mentally retarded are classified in SIC 8051: Skilled Nursing Care Facilities.
www.referenceforbusiness.com /industries/Service/index.html   (6041 words)

  
 Yorke Region Portal - Country Fire Service - Fire Incident Reports
The fire was contained within around 20 minutes, however the upper loft area and roof of the home were gutted and the lower level suffered significant smoke and water damage.
Fire cause investigators have just arrived in Kadina to determine the cause of the blaze which caused in excess of $100 000 damage.
The CFS advises that a fire in the Bittners and 12 Mile Rds area near north of Curramulka on the Yorke Peninsula poses a threat to public safety.
www.yorkeregion.on.net /fire.htm   (1417 words)

  
 New Page 1
The Country Fire Service Board (the Board) was established pursuant to the Country Fires Act 1989 and is responsible to the Minister for Emergency Services for the administration of the Country Fires Act 1989.
The Bill provides for the establishment of the South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission, the continuation of a metropolitan fire service and emergency service, a country fire and emergency service, and a State emergency service to provide for the prevention, control and suppression of fires and for the handling of emergency situations.
As the activities of the CFS brigades and volunteers includes fundraising and the funds acquired through those means are used to acquire assets and to fund certain operational requirements of the brigades, Audit recommended that the results of fundraising activities conducted by the CFS brigades be incorporated in the Board’s financial statements.
www.audit.sa.gov.au /03-04/b/cfs.html   (1777 words)

  
 active8 - Country Fire Service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The CFS protects communities from fire and other emergencies by reducing the risks they face, combating incidents that threaten them and by encouraging volunteers who form the core of the service.
The CFS is responsible for the country towns and areas of South Australia outside the Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) area.
Young people engaging in these activities gain experience in a community service organisation, improve their practical skills, develop leadership skills and be part of a team.
www.active8.on.net /programs/cfs.htm   (102 words)

  
 SA CFS Communications
CFS brigades may receive calls directly to their own fire alarm number, this is answered by local volunteers and SOCC operators, local operators can take the details of incidents from callers and then the SOCC will send a response page using the SAGRN paging network to the relevant brigades.
The SAGRN paging service transmits on 148.8125mhz using the Flex 1600 protocol and has transmission sites at the same location as most of the GRN voice transmitters, this provides exceptional coverage throughout the settled areas of South Australia.
All fire stations are fitted with one mobile radio, however Group control centres have three.
users.chariot.net.au /~mattb/scan/cfs.htm   (586 words)

  
 Robertstown Country Fire Service
On Sunday, 25th August 2002, a "Presentation of Medals, Service Awards and Certificates took place at their Annual General Meeting, with a Bar-B-Que tea at the CFS Station and Peace Hall.
Guest speaker and presenter of all Medals, Awards and Certificates was the new Chief Executive Officer of the South Australian Country Fire Service, Mr.
He oversees around 1700 South Australian Volunteer Fire Fighters' and is concerned that they feel part of the organisation.
www.rbe.net.au /~robby/emergency_services/cfs.htm   (756 words)

  
 Goolwa CFS (Country Fire Service)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Goolwa CFS (Country Fire Service) is a volunteer run fire and rescue brigade serving Goolwa, Hindmarsh Island, and the surrounding roads and countryside.
Goolwa CFS is a brigade in the Mundoo Group (Goolwa, Pt Elliot, Middleton, Currency Creek, Mt Compass) located in Region 1 of the SA Country Fire Service.
Please check the fire restrictions information before calling to ask for permission to light a fire.
www.goolwacfs.org   (276 words)

  
 NSW Rural Fire Service - NSW Rural Fire Service
Winter is the most dangerous period for house fires, and as such, residents should be aware of the dangers associated with fireplaces, candles and electric heaters and blankets.
In 2005 RFS volunteers attended house fires where eight people died and 44 people were injured.
In the past five years 30 people have died and 231 were injured in house fires attended by the RFS.
www.bushfire.nsw.gov.au   (194 words)

  
 Waterfall Gully, South Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Further bushfires in the early 1940s caused considerable damage because of the war effort diverting supplies and personnel from the Country Fire Service.
Because of the area's seclusion, only an extremely small proportion (1.2%) walk to work and none cycle, which is in contrast to both the Adelaide Metropolitan Area and the City of Burnside as a whole.
Limited bus services mean only 4% of Waterfall Gully residents travel to work by bus.
www.knowledgehunter.info /wiki/Waterfall_Gully,_South_Australia   (2587 words)

  
 Burnside Country Fire Service - Adelaide, South Australia
Burnside CFS was originally founded in 1934 by a group of Burnside Hills residents.
We also provide public fire education to local community and school groups, awareness programs and displays at public relations events.
South Australia's fire services encourage the use of a long-lasting alkaline battery to ensure a continuous supply of battery power to your smoke alarm until next daylight saving.
www.users.bigpond.com /burnsidecfs   (430 words)

  
 Membership of a Country Fire Service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Regular brigade training is conducted at the fire station on Monday nights from 7.30pm (1930 hours) At times exercises and special training maybe held at on weekends.
Active firefighters are currently expected to attend a minimum of 12 training nights each year to remain registered as a member.
New Members transferring from other fire services, or Brigades, are entitled to continuity of their service, and transferring of qualifications obtained and recognition of prior learning, providing they have been transferred as active members.
users.olis.net.au /kyoshi/cfs/cfsmembe.htm   (386 words)

  
 Service SA - Government Directory - Country Fire Service
Please contact Service SA for any Government Directory changes or enquiries.
Protects communities from fire and other emergencies by: reducing the risks they face, combating incidents that threaten them, and encouraging our volunteers, who are the core of our Service.
Service SA is managed by the Department for Administrative and Information Services
www.service.sa.gov.au /agencies.asp?rootEntityID=180   (133 words)

  
 eBay - fire service patches, Historical Memorabilia, Militaria items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
sa country fire service trial patch light blue c 1988
Fire Service Training wookbook text and patch Ohio 1954
Patch Fire Putnam County Tenn Emergency Service EMS 911
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=fire+service+patches&...   (367 words)

  
 SA Fire Fighter - Home
The fire fighters forum is a busy place to share ideas, discuss fire fighting and generally meet up with other fire fighters online.
South Australian Fire Services provide media releases and incident information which is published on this site.
This information is provided for the interest of the public and in particular fire fighters.
safirefighter.com /index.php?...&task=view&id=19&Itemid=44   (399 words)

  
 Country Fire Service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
I also belong to my local fire brigade (Oakbank-Balhannah CFS Station) which is part of the Country Fire Service (CFS).
On extreme Fire hazard days CFS Volunteers are needed to man a tower on Mt. Lofty (760m) to overlook the Adelaide and Adelaide Hills area.
People say that you have the best views of Adelaide from this spotting tower which is another 34 meters high.
www.users.on.net /~aue/obcfs.htm   (131 words)

  
 Naruto Chaos – Naruto Anime and Manga Downloads   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
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www.narutochaos.com /encyclopedia.php   (926 words)

  
 Country Fire Authorities - Origin Energy Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Devastating bushfires in the eastern states last summer triggered donations by Origin Energy to numerous Australian firefighting agencies, including the Country Fire Service South Australia, ACT Bushfire Council, NSW Rural Fire Service and the CFA (Victoria).
The equipment was distributed for use by volunteers across the states, and is particularly useful in mapping large bushfires; greatly enhancing the ability of fire commanders to plan their attack.
Our support for fire brigades will help protect our customers, their communities, local firefighters and the environment.
www.originenergy.com.au /about/about.php?pageid=914   (162 words)

  
 WebMetrix :: Premium Web Site Hosting   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Webmetrix Pty Limited was created with the goal of becoming the most successful Web Hosting company, by filling a void in the market, offering Fast Reliable Web Hosting packages with outstanding professional Service, Support and with a list of advantages that would set Webmetrix.com.au apart from our competitors.
Our team is based on youth, knowledge and experience in the Technology industry and they all have the same Dream.
Our facilities are among the best in the country if not the world and our service is SECOND to NONE.
dove.net.au /~firesafe   (304 words)

  
 Online Resources
You will need to register at your library for a borrower ID and password then you can book videos, films and DVDs to be collected and returned from your library.
This fantastic service containing thousands of items is free and available to all registered borrowers between 9am and 9pm seven days a week.
Please ask library staff for more information if you are interested in becoming a Film and Video Collection member.
www.ahc.sa.gov.au /site/page.cfm?u=849   (249 words)

  
 Library and Information Services   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Fire and Emergency Services Authority of Western Australia (FESA)
Chief and Assistant Chief Fire Officers' Association (CACFOA)
Northern Territory Police and Fire Emergency Services Library
library.aipm.gov.au /new_links.htm   (75 words)

  
 Government [South Australia]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Member for Newland, shadow minister for consumer affairs, recreation, sport and racing and administrative services.
The entry point to South Australian government services.
Government agency that provides information and service about land administration in the state.
au.worldsearch.com /south_australia/government   (300 words)

  
 Norton Summit / Ashton Country Fire Service Online
Norton Summit / Ashton Country Fire Service Online
FIRE SEASON IN THE MOUNT LOFTY RANGES HAS NOW FINISHED, FIRES CAN NOW BE LIT WITH OUT A PERMIT, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE FIRE DANGER IS STILL HIGH EVEN WITH THE RAINFUL WE HAVE EXPERIENCED, PLEASE BE FIRE SAFE
Copyright © 2005 Norton Summit /Ashton Country Fire Service.
www.nortonsummit.cfs.org.au   (123 words)

  
 South Australia - Australia Fire Service and Fire Brigade Listings
South Australia - Australia Fire Service and Fire Brigade Listings
Mount Lofty Fire Towe Brigade Country Fire Service
Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders.
www.the911site.com /911lk/au_sa.htm   (59 words)

  
 Community Information - Table of Contents - Fire Services   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Community Information - Table of Contents - Fire Services
South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service - Christie Downs
If you are aware this information needs correction please advise a Community Information Officer.
www.onkaparingacity.com /services/toc-727.html   (102 words)

  
 Victor Harbor CFS Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Major Incidents Equipment Brigade News Fire Prevention Links Rapid FunStuff
The Victor Harbor Country Fire Service Group and its Brigades provide fire and emergency cover for the rural and surrounding areas of the Victor Harbor, including; Back Valley, Encounter Bay, Hindmarsh Tiers, Hindmarsh Valley, Lower Inman Valley, Mount Jagged, Waitpinga and Willow Creek.
300 metre Burn Sculpture - 2002 Sydney Fire attended by Victor Harbor CFS
www.victorcfs.com.au   (66 words)

  
 Woodside Country Fire Service South Australia
If you would like any further information, please
us, or you are encouraged to come along on any Monday evening to our regular training nights to see if becoming a member of the Country Fire Service is for you.
Website launched March 2001 (Year of the Volunteer)
homepages.picknowl.com.au /woodsidecfs   (140 words)

  
 Ned Kelly's World
'The Dream of Ned Kelly', series in The Chronicle, Wangaratta, 1993 - 1995, updated and reprinted in the Mansfield High Country Times, 1999-2002.
DECLARATION OF REPUBLIC FOUND IN NED'S POCKET AT GLENROWAN.
MARSHALL, T.S. 'Memoires of the Victorian Country Fire Service', p.84, Melbourne 1931.
www.nedkellysworld.com.au /archives/alphabetical.html   (2734 words)

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