Fire Rescue Victoria

Only working smoke alarms save lives.

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The risk of a residential fire, as well as the risk of injury and death from fire, is greater in certain population groups.

Smoking is a leading cause of house fire deaths in Australia, with many fires starting due to unsafe smoking behaviours.

Many portable devices today are powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. These types of batteries pose a higher risk of fire than others.

While the dangers of fire are very real, there is a lot you can do to protect yourself, your family and your home.

Bush and grassfires can happen in urban and regional areas. All Victorians should know their risk and be planned, prepared and informed.

A false alarm occurs when FRV attends an incident to find there is no emergency and no need for firefighting or other expertise.

Visit our fire station displays or have our FRV firefighters attend your community event or festival.

Fire Rescue Commissioner Gavin Freeman is a highly experienced leader with more than 35 years’ experience in emergency management.

FRV firefighters respond to a range of emergency incidents. They include fires, complex rescues, medical calls and hazardous chemical spills.

FRV operates 85 stations across the State and supports volunteer response where required.