When to call

Call the NSW SES on 132 500 if you have experienced damage from storms, wind, hail or a fallen tree and if a tree branch is threatening your property or a person’s safety.

The Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley River System

Find out more about your local flood risk and how you can prepare for a Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley flood.

The Northern Rivers has flooded before. It will flood again!

Find out more about your local flood risk and actions you can take to prepare.

Make a plan for your animals today

Planning how to take care of your animals before an emergency helps to keep everyone safe.

How you might be warned about a storm

When a warning is issued for your area (but before the storm arrives), there are a few things you can do to help protect your family and property.

Storms can happen anytime

Preparing your home for storms and floods is essential, learn more.

PLAN AND PREPARE

🌐In your language

Click here for flood, storm, and tsunami resources in your language.

Know Your Risk

If you live close to a creek, river, major storm water drain or in a low‐lying area, you may be at risk from floods.

What's your plan?

Flood Awareness NSW

Find out your local flood risk here and what you can do to prepare.

What's your flood risk in the Hawkesbury-Nepean floodplain?

Find out how floods have affected your area and learn what you can do to prepare.

Planning for animals in emergencies

Emergencies can happen suddenly and planning ahead for your pets and animals will keep everyone safe.

How you might be warned about a storm

Severe Weather Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings are issued by the Bureau of Meteorology to alert communities to the threat of severe weather.

Learn more about tornadoes

It is important to be aware of the conditions that can cause tornadoes and know what to do to prepare, respond and recover.

Before a flood

There are 8 simple things you can do before a flood, If you live, work or visit a flood‐prone area there are 8 tips you can do NOW to prepare for floods.

Learn from our historic events with Story Maps

The NSW State Emergency Service utilises interactive mapping tools such as Story Maps to effectively retell historic jurisdictional events as well as communicate Flood, Storm and Tsunami risk.

Be aware of tsunami

Know what kind of official Tsunami Products there are:

  • Tsunami Watch
  • Tsunami Warnings
  • No Threat and Tsunami Cancellations

DURING BAD WEATHER

When to call

Click here to find out when and how to call NSW SES.

 

Get your emergency kit together

When a severe storm impacts your area, you may need to relocate quickly. Having an emergency kit allows you to grab and go.

Check road closures here

Live updates, traveler information and personalised alerts for NSW roads..

Electricity Safety Tips

If your power or gas goes out or there's a fault or emergency, your distributor is usually the best place to start.

What you can do during a storm

During a storm, there are simple things you can do to help protect your family...

What you can do during a flood

When a Flood Warning is issued, there are a few things you can do to protect your family and property...

Download the Emergency+ app

In an emergency, time and location accuracy are critical. Equip yourself with a powerful tool that will help you call Triple Zero (000) quickly, and allow you to accurately communicate your location to emergency call-takers.

Learn more about your local risk

NSW SES provides local plans, resources and community advice based on your location.

RECOVERY

Recovery Centres

Dedicated community recovery centres provide face-to-face support for NSW residents affected by natural disasters.

Next steps toward recovery

In NSW, recovery following a disaster is managed by a range of organisations. The NSW SES has produced a recovery guide to help you take the next steps towards recovery from floods, storms and tsunami.

 

Returning to your property after a flood

There are little things you can do to manage some of the risks that remain when you return to an affected property following a flood.

Cleaning up after a flood

This page contains some useful tips and practical information to help households start the clean up after wind and water damage.

Simple things you can do after a storm

  • Keep listening to your local radio station for information, updates and advice
  • Check your house or property for damage...

Electricity and Gas Outages

If there’s an outage, your distributor can normally provide you with info on when power or gas should be back up and running.

 

Disaster Relief and Support

If you have been impacted by a natural disaster, you may be eligible for Disaster relief assistance and support from the NSW Government.

Need to make a claim?

Heavy rain, high winds and hail can cause major damage to your home, but it's damage that can often be prevented. Maintaining your property is your first line of defence.

NSW Council Links

Click here to view a list of all NSW councils websites for local council information.

Recover with Red Cross

Dealing with an emergency can be stressful and exhausting. Recovering from a disaster is a complex process that may take months, even years to overcome.

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Upcoming community events

Rutherford Road, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Bengalla Upper Hunter Show

Bengalla Upper Hunter Show

Saturday

16/03/24 7:00 to 17/03/24 17:00

The Muswellbrook NSW SES Unit will be at the Bengalla Upper Hunter Show. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.

Yass Showground, 27 Grand Jct Rd, Yass NSW.
Yass Show

Yass Show

Saturday

16/03/24 7:30 to 16/03/24 18:00

Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Yass Unit. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods. We will also have information and hand-outs on how to join your local NSW SES Unit.

Cooke Park
Homegrown Parkes

Homegrown Parkes

Saturday

16/03/24 9:00 to 16/03/24 14:00

Are you a resident of Parkes LGA? Come along and hear out what the NSW SES does and learn how you can prepare your property for floods and storms. We will be at Homegrown Parkes, along with the NSW RFS. Come along to the Emergency Plan Workshop between 9am and 10am on the day to learn how to prepare an emergency plan for your home or business.

Riverside Park, Ford St Moruya
NSW SES Moruya Unit - Open Day

NSW SES Moruya Unit - Open Day

Saturday

16/03/24 12:00 to 16/03/24 15:00

Come down to the Riverside Park, Moruya on Saturday 16th March to see NSW SES volunteers from Moruya Unit in action. We'll have interactive activities, hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods, information on how you too can volunteer with the SES and a free BBQ!

Shellharbour City LGA
THE ULTIMATE LEARNER LOG BOOK RUN EXPERIENCE

THE ULTIMATE LEARNER LOG BOOK RUN EXPERIENCE

Sunday

17/03/24 0:00

https://www.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au/living-here/community-services-and-safety/road-safety-courses-and-resources The Ultimate Learner Log Book Run Experience is next scheduled for Sunday 17 March 2024 and provides young drivers and their supervisors the opportunity to participate in a planned drive which follows a route that includes a range of...

Pottsville and District Men's Shed
Men's Shed Open Day

Men's Shed Open Day

Tuesday

19/03/24 10:00 to 19/03/24 16:00

Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Tweed Coast Unit. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.

Tocumwal Library
Tocumwal - Free RediPlan Workshop

Tocumwal - Free RediPlan Workshop

Tuesday

19/03/24 14:00 to 19/03/24 16:30

NSW SES is working with Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) to support the free RediPlan community workshops. The workshops will help community members begin their own household emergency RediPlan and provide them with the knowledge and tools needed to continue preparing themselves, and the people most important to them, for...

Finley Returned Servicemans Club
Finley - Free RediPlan Workshop

Finley - Free RediPlan Workshop

Tuesday

19/03/24 18:00 to 19/03/24 20:30

NSW SES is working with Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) to support the free RediPlan community workshops. The workshops will help community members begin their own household emergency RediPlan and provide them with the knowledge and tools needed to continue preparing themselves, and the people most important to them, for...

LHQ in Wicks Rd Macquarie Park
1st Putney Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Parents visit to Ryde Unit

1st Putney Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Parents visit to Ryde Unit

Tuesday

19/03/24 19:00 to 19/03/24 21:00

45 keen Putney Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Parents will visit NSW SES Ryde Unit to learn how to be prepared in flood and storm emergencies. Many will be working towards attainment of their NSW SES Scout badge. This event is by invitation only.

Berrigan Library
Berrigan - Free RediPlan Workshop

Berrigan - Free RediPlan Workshop

Wednesday

20/03/24 14:00 to 20/03/24 16:30

NSW SES is working with Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) to support the free RediPlan community workshops. The workshops will help community members begin their own household emergency RediPlan and provide them with the knowledge and tools needed to continue preparing themselves, and the people most important to them, for...

Bunnings Lismore
Bunnings Easter Family Night

Bunnings Easter Family Night

Thursday

21/03/24 17:00 to 21/03/24 20:00

Lismore Bunnings have invited Lismore SES to attend their Family Easter Event and bring our vehicles, games and team member

Singleton Council's Administration Building in Civic Avenue
Singleton Emergency Services Expo

Singleton Emergency Services Expo

Saturday

23/03/24 9:00 to 23/03/24 12:00

Singleton Council, in collaboration with state-wide and local Emergency Services and organisations, provide this educational, fun, and free annual community event for all ages. The Emergency Services Expo is designed to showcase the essential roles our emergency services play, and to help Singleton residents get prepared for an emergency. The...

Cowra
Festival of International Understanding

Festival of International Understanding

Saturday

23/03/24 9:00 to 23/03/24 21:00

The Festival of International Understanding, is held in Cowra NSW each year, as part of a UN initiative. Each year there is a different guest Nation, this year it is Italy, it runs for five days, however the main focus for Cowra SES is a Street Parade, Carnival and a Duck Race on the Saturday. The duck race is organised by Cowra Rotary and SES...

Conargo Community Hall
Conargo - Free RediPlan Workshop

Conargo - Free RediPlan Workshop

Monday

25/03/24 18:00 to 25/03/24 20:30

NSW SES is working with Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) to support the free RediPlan community workshops. The workshops will help community members begin their own household emergency RediPlan and provide them with the knowledge and tools needed to continue preparing themselves, and the people most important to them, for...

Wanganella Community Hall
Wanganella - Free RediPlan Workshop

Wanganella - Free RediPlan Workshop

Wednesday

27/03/24 18:00 to 27/03/24 20:30

NSW SES is working with Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) to support the free RediPlan community workshops. The workshops will help community members begin their own household emergency RediPlan and provide them with the knowledge and tools needed to continue preparing themselves, and the people most important to them, for...

Walgett
Walgett Show

Walgett Show

Saturday

06/04/24 8:00 to 06/04/24 14:30

SES display at Walgett Show promoting NSW SES and recruitment

Town Beach Port Macquarie
Ride the Wave festival

Ride the Wave festival

Saturday

06/04/24 8:00 to 06/04/24 14:00

The Port Macquarie Hastings NSW SES Unit will be at the Ride the Wave Festival. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.

Hurstville Unit 2 Depot Road Peakhurst
Visit to Unit by St George Community transport Clients

Visit to Unit by St George Community transport Clients

Monday

08/04/24 9:12

Are you a member of St George Community ? Come along and hear about what the NSW SES does and learn how you can prepare your property for floods and storms.

Campsie Centre - 14-28 Amy St, Campsie New South Wales 2194
Canterbury - Canterbury Bankstown Council Community Outreach Session - Campsie

Canterbury - Canterbury Bankstown Council Community Outreach Session - Campsie

Wednesday

17/04/24 10:00 to 17/04/24 13:00

Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Canterbury Unit. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.

Tocal College
NSW SES display at Tocal Field Days

NSW SES display at Tocal Field Days

Friday

03/05/24 9:00 to 05/05/24 0:00

Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Northern Zone Unit. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for storm season. We are recruiting! Talk to us about the variety of volunteer roles available to assist your community in times of floods and storms.

Dubbo Showground, 191 Fitzroy Street Dubbo NSW 2830
Dubbo Show

Dubbo Show

Saturday

11/05/24 8:00 to 11/05/24 17:00

The Dubbo NSW SES Unit will be at the Dubbo Annual Show. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display at the Community Engagement trailer. We will have giva aways for the young ones and resources on how to prepare for storms and floods and how to...

Shellharbour City
Kids Fest Shellharbour 2024

Kids Fest Shellharbour 2024

Tuesday

21/05/24 0:00

KidsFest Shellharbour is the longest running FREE week long children’s festival in NSW. Events are held across a range of venues in Shellharbour in May. Activities are ‘hands on’ giving children experiences to create, explore and discover. Events are hosted by community service organisations, supported by local businesses to develop an increased...

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