It was a scary moment when these horse owners noticed smoke coming from their trailer while travelling down the M1 motorway. Luckily, the smoke was caused by a failed bearing and there was no fire. Crews quickly reined in a roadside rescue, escorting them to a safe location.

Advice Green Wattle Creek (Wollondilly LGA) Firefighters supported by aircraft are continuing to work on strengthening containment lines ahead of forecast deteriorating conditions over coming days. We are seeing some spot overs occurring however crews are getting on top of these

In some early morning good news. Due to the extraordinary work done by crews over the Christmas period the Grose Valley Fire has been listed as contained. Crews will continue to monitor containment lines over the coming days and mop up and black out any hotspots #NSWRFS #nswfires

This incredible video was taken by firefighters in the early hours of this morning on Hat Head Rd at #Blackheath, when the fire burnt out of the valley threatening homes. #nswrfs #nswfires

EMERGENCY WARNING: Grose Valley (Blue Mountains LGA) Fire activity is increasing. If you are in the Blackheath area and your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, leave now towards Katoomba. #nswrfs #nswfires #alert

EMERGENCY WARNING: Grose Valley fire (Blue Mountains LGA). Fire activity is increasing in the area of Hat Head Rd and eastern Blackheath. Residents in these areas should seek shelter as the fire arrives. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire #nswrfs #nswfires #alert

Advice - Grose Valley (Blue Mountains LGA) If you are in the area of Hat Hill Road or Pulpit Rock, you may experience increased fire activity, embers and smoke. Embers can be blown ahead of the main fire front, starting spot fires that may threaten property in the area. #nswrfs

A touching tribute to firefighters who have been battling against mother nature for many months now here in NSW. A very nice poem written by 11 year old's Hailee and Casey from Riverwood in NSW. Thank you girls, this is beautiful ❤️ #NSWRFS #nswfires

EMERGENCY WARNING - Gospers Mountain (Lithgow & Hawkesbury LGA) Fire crossed Wolgan Rd & burning in Ben Bullen State Forest. If you're in Wolgan Valley area, it's too late to leave. Seek shelter as fire approaches. Protect yourself from heat of the fire. #nswrfs #nswfires #alert

EMERGENCY WARNING - Gospers Mountain (Lithgow and Hawkesbury LGA) If you're in Mt Wilson, Mt Irvine, Mt Tomah & Berambing, it's too late to leave. Seek shelter. Protect yourself from fire. If you're in Bilpin area, watch out for embers & spot fires. #nswrfs #nswfires #alert

EMERGENCY WARNING - Gospers Mountain (Lithgow & Hawkesbury LGA) Fire crossed Bowens Ck, spotting ahead of main fire front. If you're in Mt Wilson, Mt Irvine, Mt Tomah, Berambing, it's too late to leave. Seek shelter. Protect yourself from heat of fire. #nswrfs #nswfires #alert

Advice - Gospers Mountain (Lithgow & Hawkesbury LGA) As this view from Mt Piper shows, fire activity is increasing on the south-western edge of the fire. Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website or Fires Near Me smartphone app. #nswrfs #nswfires

As you can see here, the smoky conditions at the Green Wattle Creek fire are proving to be quite a challenge for firefighters on the ground, and in the air. #nswrfs #nswfires

Firies spend long hours on firegrounds. When they are finished, there is more work to be done. Refilling the truck with water, fuel, fresh hoses, washing and polishing the tanker. This is done after every shift to make sure the truck is ready to go for its next mission. #nswrfs

Not exactly what we wanted to see. #NSW has been hit by a number of storms this afternoon, with numerous lightning strikes recorded. Some areas also saw some rain others not as fortunate. More than 80 fires are burning across NSW, 50 are yet to be brought under control. #NSWRFS