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The NSW SES is committed to building resilience in floods in NSW communities. New program now available.
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.
Do You Live Behind a Levee?
Dangerous flooding can result behind a levee when it is over topped or breached. Learn more...
How does NSW SES plan for Floods, Storms and Tsunami?
The NSW SES undertakes flood, storm and tsunami planning as a legislative responsibility to determine how to best respond in times of emergency.
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.
Plan Now For What You Will Do
One of the most important things you can do now is to plan for future flood events.
Things you can do before a flood
There are some simple things you can do now to prepare for floods and minimise potential risk to life, damage and associated costs
Be Aware
There are a range of official warnings and natural warning signs to be aware of in case flooding affects you in future.
Look out for each other
It's important to look out for each other and consider what you might need to do for different members of your family and don't forget your neighbours!
Click here to learn more
Deaf and hearing impaired
FloodSafe for people living with low or no hearing. Many people across NSW are affected by dangerous floods and there have been avoidable deaths due to flooding.
FloodSafe for rural areas
The effects of flooding on rural property owners include losses to livestock, crops, fencing, buildings, personal items, farm equipment and machinery. Learn what to do before and during floods.
Using sandbags to protect your home
Sandbags will not stop the water completely but can reduce the amount of water entering your home. During low level flooding, sandbags placed in the right locations around your home can reduce the impact of flooding.
As little as 25 sandbags can reduce the damage to your home built on a slab. It is not necessary to place a sandbag wall around your house to provide protection.
Plan Now For What You Will Do
Discussing your plans, even at the last minute, can help ensure you and your family are safe during a flood.
Prepare Your Home and Business
When flooding is likely or imminent, there are a few things you can do to protect your family and property
After flooding
The NSW SES will issue an 'All Clear' when it is safe for residents and businesses to return to a flood affected area, previously subject to an Evacuation Order. Read more
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.
What you can do to help
After floods there are a range of things you can do to look out for each other.
Recovery information for residents returning to their property after a flood
When you return to your home or business after a flood, the task of where to start can be overwhelming.
Download this recovery guide to help you get on your feet , safely and quickly.
Disaster Assistance Financial Support
If you have been impacted by recent floods or storms and need ongoing support, please contact 1800 018 444.
Cleaning up after a disaster
This page contains some useful tips and practical information to help households start the clean up after wind and water damage.
News
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NSW SES emergency response taskforce on hand to assist battered Lord Howe Island
15/02/2020 12:47:59 PM
As conditions begin to ease on Lord Howe Island following severe damage inflicted after Cyclone Uesi left her mark last Friday, additional emergency resources are now being deployed to assist the community with recovery and cleaning up.
Storm out west reveals risky road behaviour!
13/02/2020 02:50:29 PM
A storm in Canowindra on Tuesday, February 11 was fast but fierce – causing considerable flash flooding on the roads between Canowindra and neighbouring Cowra.
Cyclone Uesi tracking off the East Coast
12/02/2020 02:05:13 PM
The latest update from the Bureau of Meteorology has Tropical Cyclone Uesi moving south towards Lord Howe Island at 19 kilometres per hour.
NSW could be in for another drenching with further rainfall predicted
11/02/2020 06:24:25 PM
NSW could be in for another drenching with further rainfall predicted to be on the way later this week.
Residents and business should take necessary steps now to avoid potential damage to their properties.
Vietnamese Community Information Day
Monday
24/02/20 9:30 to 24/02/20 13:00
Bankstown Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of Vietnamese Community
Mardi Gras Parade
Saturday
29/02/20 16:00 to 29/02/20 23:00
NSW SES will be marching in the 2020 Mardi Gras Parade representing and celebrating the diversity of it's members and commitment to supporting communities of NSW.
Clean Up Australia Day & Free Community BBQ
Sunday
01/03/20 7:00 to 01/03/20 16:00
The Swansea SES unit will participating in Clean Up Australia Day in the Wallarah National Park and surrounding areas removing rubbish and dumped items. We will also be providing a free community BBQ on the day. https://www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/fundraiser/SwanseaSES
New member info night
Monday
02/03/20 18:00 to 02/03/20 20:00
New volunteer info night
Collector Community Youth Day
Saturday
14/03/20 9:00 to 14/03/20 14:30
The Collector NSW SES Unit will be at the Collector Community Youth Day on Sat 14 March. 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 Recruitment Display
Saturday
14/03/20 9:00 to 14/03/20 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Lawrence 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.
Camden show
Friday
27/03/20 9:30 to 28/03/20 21:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Camden 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.
Kids Day Out
Saturday
04/04/20 10:00 to 04/04/20 14:00
The Lismore SES Unit will be at the Crozier Oval Lismore, Join us for a great day out with heaps of activities for children, such as Obstacle course and Market stalls and Market stallsactivity ie Botanic Gardens Family Fun Day.> Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and...
Collector Pumpkin Festival
Sunday
03/05/20 9:00 to 03/05/20 17:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Collector, Bungendore and Sutton Units. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Hunter Valley Caravan, Camping, 4x4, Fish & Boat Show
Friday
29/05/20 10:00 to 31/05/20 18:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Maitland City 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..
Leeton Annual Show
Friday
09/10/20 16:00 to 10/10/20 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Leeton 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.
