Brigade warns of 'very real' fire risk

The risk of fire is "still very real" as the weather becomes milder even through it has been a wet and cold winter, the Pearl Beach fire brigade has warned.

"Strong and gusty winds can quickly dry out grasses and shrubs, making them more susceptible to wildfires," the brigade said in a social media post, citing a fast-moving grass fire which prompted an Emergency Warning for residents.

"This is the highest level of alert issued by NSW RFS, indicating a serious and imminent threat.

"Residents in the affected area received instructions via SMS, either to evacuate or, if evacuation was too dangerous, to shelter in place.

"This incident is a timely reminder that wildfire risks can arise even before the formal Bush Fire Danger Period begins."

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Social media, 28 Aug 2024 NSW RFS - Pearl Beach Brigade

Progress association refurbishes hall floor

Pearl Beach Progress Association has refurbished the tallow wood floor of its hall over the last two weeks.

Although it will be available again from this week, it is expected to take up to six weeks to harden.

"We may need to restrict the hall usage until October 5 to activities that will not damage our new floor," said association president Ms Victoria Crawford.

"This includes the wearing of high heals, dragging of stacked chairs, and usage or movement of the piano or anything could damage the floor during this time."

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Social media, 23 Aug 2024

Victoria Crawford, Pearl Beach Progress Association