October 2013 fires
Published Date: 26 Oct 2013
Summary
In mid-October 2013, a number of large and destructive fires affected communities including the Blue Mountains, Port Stephens, Central Coast, Hawkesbury and Southern Highlands.
In mid-October 2013, a number of large and destructive fires affected communities including the Blue Mountains, Port Stephens, Central Coast, Hawkesbury and Southern Highlands.
Sadly, more than 200 homes were destroyed in the fires however thousands more were saved due to the work of firefighters.
Crews from the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire & Rescue NSW, National Parks and Forestry Corporation worked to protect people and properties. They were assisted by interstate crews.
A State of Emergency was declared at the height of the fire emergency.
