Brigade Information

Norton Summit / Ashton CFS belongs to the East Torrens CFS Group.   Other East Torrens CFS Group Brigades are : Athelstone, Basket Range, Carey Gully, Cherryville, Greenhill, Montacute, Piccadilly and Summertown, as well as Cleland and Lofty DEH (Department of Environment and Heritage - National Parks and Wildlife Service) as these are both brigades who are part of our Group.

The Norton Summit / Ashton CFS is also an EMA (Enhanced Mutual Aid Brigade), that responds jointly with the SA Metropolitan Fire Service into defined areas within Skye, Auldana, Teringie and Woodforde.

Our Brigade is classified by CFS as an Urban/Rural Brigade, that operates 3 appliances, Norton Summit 14, Norton Summit 34P & Norton Summit Bulk Water Carrier.

Some of the major risks within our Response Area include the Ashton Cold Stores and  Merchandise Stores & several Bed and Breakfast establishments and Hostels. The Scenic Hotel, East Torrens Kindergarten, Norton Summit Primary School and YWAM (Youth with a Mission) where up to 200 people may stay in residence at one time.

Norton Summit / Ashton CFS cover the areas of Norton Summit, Ashton, Teringie, Auldana, Skye, Marble Hill and Woodforde.