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.
What's your plan?
One of the most important things you can do now is to plan for future emergencies.
Remember, it is important to protect your family from storms and minimise damage to your property. By planning, you and your household know what to do before, during and after storms.
If you live, work or visit a flood‐prone area there are 8 tips you can do NOW to prepare for floods:
Read our 8 tips for preparing for a flood here.
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 your local risk
NSW SES provides local plans, resources and community advice based on your location.
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.
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.
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 quickly. Having an emergency kit allows you to grab and go.
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 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
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.
News
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CREATING FLOOD SAFETY ADVICE FOR DIVERSE COMMUNITIES
21/03/2023 10:27:05 AM
To mark Harmony Day, the NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has produced a series of animated videos designed to empower members of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities to prepare for flooding.
CELEBRATING COURAGE AND MORE THAN 3,000 YEARS OF SERVICE IN THE NSW SES
20/03/2023 02:30:00 PM
Almost 250 New South Wales State Emergency Services (NSW SES) volunteers in the Greater Sydney area, with more than 3,000 years combined service, have been honoured at the NSW SES Metro Zone Award Ceremonies.
LOCAL NSW SES VOLUNTEERS ACKNOWLEDGED FOR SERVICE
20/03/2023 02:15:10 PM
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers from across the Illawarra have been recognised for their diligent service to their community at an awards ceremony.
NSW’S LARGEST FLOOD ON RECORD FINALLY COMES TO AN END
09/03/2023 02:26:35 PM
After a gruelling 177 days, the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has lifted its final flood warning, signifying the end of the longest flooding operation in the organisation’s history.
Bunnings Easter Family Night
Thursday
30/03/23 17:00 to 30/03/23 19:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Gosford Unit. We'll have fun activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Bunnings Easter Bunny Hop
Thursday
30/03/23 17:00 to 30/03/23 19:00
The Port Stephens NSW SES Unit will be at the Bunnings Easter Bunny Hop event on Thursday 30th March 2023, from 5pm to 7pm. This is a FREE family event cincluding kids DIY, Easter Bunny visits, games and more! Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and see our SES truck.
Bunnings Easter Hop
Thursday
30/03/23 17:00 to 30/03/23 19:00
The Wollongong NSW SES Unit will be at the Bunnings Bellambi Easter Bunny Hop event on Thursday 30th March 2023, from 5pm to 7pm. This is a FREE family event including kids DIY, Easter Bunny visit, games and more! Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and see our SES truck.
St. Ambrose School Fete
Saturday
01/04/23 8:00 to 01/04/23 15:00
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.
Women Helping Women Workshop-Warringah-Pittwater
Sunday
02/04/23 13:00 to 02/04/23 17:00
Warringah-Pittwater Unit is hosting a workshop for women in the Warringah-Pittwater area who wish to learn more about how to prepare for storms, floods and other emergencies to keep themselves, their loved ones and their homes safe. This event requires registering to attend as spaces are limited. For more information please visit:...
FAIRFIELD EASTER FAIR
Friday
07/04/23 9:00 to 10/04/23 21:00
The Fairfield NSW SES Unit will be at the Fairfield Easter Fair to be held at the Fairfield Showgrounds. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Lawrence Community Easter Egg Run
Saturday
08/04/23 10:00 to 08/04/23 13:00
The Lawrence NSW SES Unit will be at the Lawrence Community Easter Egg Run. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Blessing of the Fleet Festival
Sunday
09/04/23 9:00 to 09/04/23 16:00
The Ulladulla NSW SES Unit will be at the Blessing of the Fleet Festival on Easter Sunday in Ulladulla. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display. Fnd out about volunteering with NSW SES!
Info Kiosk at Bondi Markets
Saturday
15/04/23 9:00 to 15/04/23 13:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Waverley Woollahra 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.
ANZAC Day Dawn Service March Evans Head
Tuesday
25/04/23 5:00 to 25/04/23 7:00
Woodburn SES Unit will be marching and laying of the wreath at the Evans Head Dawn Service.
ANZAC Day March and Commemorative Service Griffith
Tuesday
25/04/23 9:30 to 25/04/23 12:30
Griffith SES Unit will be marching and laying of the wreath at the Griffith Commemorative Service.
Woodburn 10am Anzac Day March
Tuesday
25/04/23 10:00 to 25/04/23 12:00
Woodburn SES Unit will be marching and laying of the wreath at the Woodburn 10am Anzac Day March
Alexandria Sunday Funday
Sunday
30/04/23 11:00 to 30/04/23 15:00
The City of Sydney NSW SES Unit will be at the Alexandria Sunday Funday Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Our Kids Day Out
Sunday
07/05/23 9:00 to 07/05/23 14:00
The Ballina NSW SES Unit will be at the Ballina Amphitheater for OUR KIDS DAY OUT , Family Fun Day. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters .
Clarence Valley Mobile Library Tour
Tuesday
09/05/23 10:00 to 09/05/23 12:00
Make sure you visit the NSW SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Clarence Coffs Capability 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.
Clarence Valley Mobile Library Tour
Tuesday
09/05/23 14:00 to 09/05/23 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Clarence Coffs Capability 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.
Clarence Valley Mobile Library Tour
Wednesday
10/05/23 10:00 to 10/05/23 12:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Clarence Coffs Capability 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.
Clarence Valley Mobile Library Tour
Tuesday
16/05/23 14:00 to 16/05/23 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Clarence Coffs Capability 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.
Clarence Valley Mobile Library Tour
Thursday
18/05/23 10:00 to 18/05/23 12:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Clarence Coffs Capability 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.
Penrith Twilight Festival
Friday
19/05/23 17:00 to 19/05/23 21:00
The Penrith NSW SES Unit will be at the Penrith Twilight Festival, Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters.
North East Byron Water Festival
Sunday
28/05/23 15:00 to 28/05/23 19:00
The Mullumbimby NSW SES Unit will be joining other emergency services and the OC/SGB/NB CRT at Yum Yum Cafe on Sunday 28th May from 3pm. Come join us for a family friendly afternoon with information and hands on water safety around the ocean and river. Free pizza to follow!
