There are no current SES warnings
To view all current NSW flood and weather warnings visit the Bureau's website
What's your plan?
Find out your local flood risk here and what you can do to prepare.
Northern NSW and Sydney river flood resources now available.
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.
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.
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.
NSW, do you know your tsunami evacuation area?
While the likelihood of a land-threat tsunami on the east coast of Australia is low, this maps show the areas where residents and workers would have to move to higher ground in the event of a land-threat tsunami.
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.
Get Your Emergency Kit Together
When a severe storm impacts your area, you may need to relocate until the area can be deemed safe. Having an emergency Kit ready will allow to to move to safety knowing you have everything you and your family need.
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 provide warnings specific to local areas. Simply enter your postcode or suburb to view the location on the map along with a list of warnings here.
Find out what to do when we issue Evacuation Order, Evacuation Warnings and All Clears.
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.
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.
Simple things you can do after a storm
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 Assistance
Natural Disaster Assistance Schemes
There are a number of schemes available to those in areas declared Natural Disasters, including Personal Hardship and Distress Assistance, Primary Producers, Small Business, Assistance for Council and more.
More information on Natural Disaster Assistance Schemes
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.
Make a donation to NSW SES
Donations made directly to NSW SES Units are used to support the local volunteers who in turn support their local communities in times of flood, storm and other emergencies.
News
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HEIGHTENED FLOOD RISK FOR NSW WITH MORE RAIN EXPECTED
26/11/2021 04:03:01 PM
NSW SES has already responded to more than 3,000 requests for assistance since the severe weather started earlier this month, with more than 600 coming through in the past 24 hours (Thursday to Friday).
STORM AND FLOOD RISKS RAMP UP FOR NSW WITH LA NIÑA DECLARED
23/11/2021 05:23:57 PM
With a La Niña climate condition declared by the Bureau of Meteorology today, communities across NSW need to be aware of the heightened risk of severe weather this Storm Season.
COMMUNITIES URGED TO BE VIGILANT AHEAD OF WET WEATHER
20/11/2021 12:01:00 PM
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is calling on communities to be prepared ahead of potential severe weather expected to hit parts of the state from tomorrow (Sunday 21 November).
PREMIER, MINISTER VISIT FLOOD-AFFECTED FORBES
18/11/2021 02:24:50 PM
Today, NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet and Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, visited Forbes with NSW State Emergency Service Commissioner Carlene York.
Stormsafe Stall @ Community Christmas Tree Light Up
Thursday
02/12/21 16:00 to 02/12/21 21:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Casino 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.
Stormsafe Stall @ Community Christmas Tree Light Up
Thursday
02/12/21 16:00 to 02/12/21 21:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Casino 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.
Lismore CBD FloodSafe Community Meeting
Thursday
02/12/21 18:00 to 02/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the businesses and residents of Lismore CBD. Come along and discuss local flood risk and ask for personalised flood information for each property. Look forward to seeing you there!
Lismore CBD FloodSafe Community Meeting
Thursday
02/12/21 18:00 to 02/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the businesses and residents of Lismore CBD. Come along and discuss local flood risk and ask for personalised flood information for each property. Look forward to seeing you there!
Lismore CBD FloodSafe Community Meeting
Thursday
02/12/21 18:00 to 02/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the businesses and residents of Lismore CBD. Come along and discuss local flood risk and ask for personalised flood information for each property. Look forward to seeing you there!
FloodSafe Community Meeting - North and South Lismore
Thursday
09/12/21 17:30 to 09/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of North and South Lismore to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events. Covid Safe practices will be in place
FloodSafe Community Meeting - North and South Lismore
Thursday
09/12/21 17:30 to 09/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of North and South Lismore to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events. Covid Safe practices will be in place
FloodSafe Community Meeting - North and South Lismore
Thursday
09/12/21 17:30 to 09/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of North and South Lismore to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events. Covid Safe practices will be in place
FloodSafe Community Meeting - North and South Lismore
Thursday
09/12/21 17:30 to 09/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of North and South Lismore to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events. Covid Safe practices will be in place
FloodSafe Community Meeting - North and South Lismore
Thursday
09/12/21 17:30 to 09/12/21 19:30
Lismore SES Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of North and South Lismore to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events. Covid Safe practices will be in place
Community Engagemet
Saturday
11/12/21 9:00 to 11/12/21 18:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Community Engagemet
Saturday
11/12/21 9:00 to 11/12/21 18:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Yamba Annual Santa Boat Run
Wednesday
22/12/21 15:00 to 22/12/21 22:00
The NSW SES Yamba unit will be bringing Santa Claus to town to visit all the boys, girls & parents. The NSW SES Yamba Unit will be on the Clarence River & canels around Yamba with Santa Claus onboard bringing Christmas cheer, good wishes and a sweet treat for the kids to get them into the Christmas spirit. Come and see Santa and our friendly...
Yamba Annual Santa Boat Run
Wednesday
22/12/21 15:00 to 22/12/21 22:00
The NSW SES Yamba unit will be bringing Santa Claus to town to visit all the boys, girls & parents. The NSW SES Yamba Unit will be on the Clarence River & canels around Yamba with Santa Claus onboard bringing Christmas cheer, good wishes and a sweet treat for the kids to get them into the Christmas spirit. Come and see Santa and our friendly...
Yamba Annual Santa Boat Run
Wednesday
22/12/21 15:00 to 22/12/21 22:00
The NSW SES Yamba unit will be bringing Santa Claus to town to visit all the boys, girls & parents. The NSW SES Yamba Unit will be on the Clarence River & canels around Yamba with Santa Claus onboard bringing Christmas cheer, good wishes and a sweet treat for the kids to get them into the Christmas spirit. Come and see Santa and our friendly...
