By MELISSA MEEHAN
FIREFIGHTERS have again slammed the gall of people continuing to use the 1000 steps on days of Total Fire Ban.
Despite many warnings from fire crews that those with the feel for lycra and working up a sweat on the stairs to stay away, firefighters were again fuming over the weekend.
Upwey volunteer Noel Nealon said cars blocked the side of the Tourist Road on Sunday from 7am, making it hard for fire trucks to get past in the event of a fire.
“There were no trucks left at the Upper Ferntree Gully Station and that meant neighbouring brigades would have to try and get people out if there were a fire,” he said.
“I was so angry, all local volunteers manned the stations over the weekend and the public can’t do their bit and stay away.”
Upper Ferntree Gully CFA captain Peter Smith agreed.
“The Belgrave police went down there three times to move people on and book them,” Mr Smith said.
“We’re doing a lot of work to educate people to stay away on days of fire danger, and it’s disappointing that we are still having these problems.”
Do you agree that the athletic types and fitness fanatics should stay away from the Steps on days of Total Fire Ban? We’d love to hear from you. Email editor@yvnews.com.au
