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Mics and Sirens is the official podcast for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) of Western Australia. With staff and volunteers, both on and behind the frontline, dedicated to protecting our State of more than 2.5 million square kilometres, there are many stories of hope and resilience. From that very first call for help, to those on the frontline putting themselves in harm’s way,... more

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Latest Episodes

Women on the frontline was once a rare sight, but they are now a rising force in emergency services. It’s a change DFES and other fire agencies have, and continue to, champion.

We sit down with the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attract... more

Volunteers are the heart of emergency services, but knowing everyone’s strengths can be difficult to identify…until now.

Meet Michael Tovine from Fire and Emergency New Zealand and volunteer firefighter who helped design a portal containing the supe... more

While there’s an increasing number of electric vehicles on our roads, it’s fortunate that not many of them have caught fire in Australia yet. 

But when electric vehicles ignite, their high-voltage lithium batteries release a toxic gas and take a lon... more

Drones aren’t a new technology, but emergency services are increasingly taking their eyes in the sky to expand their line of sight and improve incident response. 

Hear from Russell Turner from Fire and Rescue New South Wales, the agency that manages... more

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Russell Turner
Firefighter and Drone Operations Expert at Fire and Rescue New South Wales
Fire and Rescue New South Wales
Episode: Episode 5 – Flying into the frontline
Dr. Karen O'Connor
Leading expert in satellite technology for wildfire detection
Earth Fire Alliance
Episode: Episode 4 – Fire spotters from space
Mami Mizutori
Former head of the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
UN
Episode: Episode 3 – Doing a better job to stay safe
Mark Hardingham
Former chair of the UK National Fire Chiefs Council and fire safety advocate
Episode: Episode 2 – Learning from the Grenfell Tower tragedy
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
Former US Fire Administrator
US Fire Administration
Episode: Episode 1 – After the firestorm; Palisades and beyond
Jon Broomhall
Assistant Commissioner of Future Capability at DFES, leading a new division exploring emerging trends and technologies in emergency response.
Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)
Episode: Episode 7 - The future of emergency services
Mel Pexton
Deputy Commissioner of Strategy and Emergency Management
Department of Fire and Emergency Services
Episode: Episode 6 - Recovering and rebuilding communities
Maxine Burrell
Volunteer with the State Emergency Services for over 11 years
State Emergency Services
Episode: Episode 4 - A day in the life of a volunteer
Jeff Davis
Scientific Officer at DFES
Department of Fire and Emergency Services
Episode: Episode 3 - Science and emergencies

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Silvana Pulitano
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Apple Podcasts
#72
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#146
New Zealand/Government
Apple Podcasts
#174
Singapore/Government

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Episode 7 – The power of a volunteer
Q: What would you hope would happen in terms of collaboration between paid emergency service staff and volunteers moving forward through this project?
Michael aims for volunteers to feel valued and involved in decision-making processes within the organization.
Episode 7 – The power of a volunteer
Q: What's changed over the last decade in terms of volunteering?
Michael mentions that time commitments have become more challenging due to busy lives and financial pressures.
Episode 7 – The power of a volunteer
Q: Now you're the Senior Advisor of Volunteer Resilience at Fire and Emergency New Zealand. Would you be able to give us an insight into how the organisation is staffed?
Michael explains that approximately 80% of the staff are volunteers, with staff making up the remaining 20%.
Episode 7 – The power of a volunteer
Q: Could you tell us what led to that decision?
Michael shares that he moved behind a volunteer fire station and began socializing with volunteers, which led him to join.
Episode 6 – Outrunning electric vehicle fires
Q: How will the training program evolve?
The training program will be updated as new information and technology emerge concerning electric vehicle incidents and fires.

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What is Mics and Sirens about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Discussions focus on the experiences and roles of those involved in emergency services, especially within the context of Western Australia. Key topics include advancements in technology like drones and AI in emergency response, community engagement during crises, and the emotional and logistical challenges faced by first responders. The conversations often feature insights from professionals in the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, innovation, and community resilience in effectively managing natural disasters and emergencies. A unique aspect is the personal stories shared by volunteers and professionals, reflecting on their commitment to serving the community and the impact of their work on p... more

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2. Dr. Karen O'Connor
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5. Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
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7. Mel Pexton
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