Hazard Reduction Marsden Park.

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On Saturday 5th April 2008 the Communications Brigade attended a Hazard Reduction Burn at Herbert Rd Marsden Park.

Our OCV was set up as Herbert Control and our members assisted with radios, situation reports, weather reports and various logistical tasks

Brigades/Units that attended were:

Approx 13ha of Bush land was burnt and the day called a success.

If you live in the Blacktown, Fairfield or Penrith local government areas and you would like further information regarding hazard reductions or If you think you may have a bush fire risk please contact our office on (02) 47347777.

Marsden Park Cat 1 Staging Area and lighting the Eastern Side Lined up ready to roll Setting up the OCV The Burn Strike a Pose! Member Leanne and deputy Troy taking the weather

Members of Marsden Park Brigade Crew Briefing The OCV set up as Herbert Control Initial Lighting of the Hazard Reduction Initial Lighting of the Hazard Reduction Initial Lighting of the Hazard Reduction Fire

Photos Supplied by Troy Green, Leanne Williamson & Morag Conroy