Some NSW fire crews are resorting to crowdfunding to buy upgraded face masks although the Rural Fire Service says standard-issue gear is rigorously tested.
NSW volunteer firefighters have used Facebook to raise money to buy their own face masks, but the NSW Rural Fire Service said crews should have all the equipment they need.Volunteer firefighters have raised money through a fundraising campaign to buy face masksThe RFS urged crews to raise concerns with their district
The Central Coast RFS crew said they're"horrified" they have had to use RFS-issued P2-grade dust masks which they claim do not offer sufficient protection. He said the crew was"completely exhausted" from battling the"mega-fire" blazing in the Hawkesbury and Central Coast over the past two weeks.
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