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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...
The dangers of flash flooding
If you live, work or regularly travel in a flash flood area, there may be no official warning for flash floods.
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
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.
The dangers of flash flooding
If you live, work or regularly travel in a flash flood area, there may be no official warning for flash floods.
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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Communities urged to stay vigilant ahead of severe weather
25/02/2021 02:42:16 PM
With the prospect of severe weather for much of the state over the next few days, NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is asking all communities to be prepared.
22 flood rescues as volunteers prepare for more rain
25/02/2021 11:52:51 AM
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers have been called to 22 flood rescues overnight as wet weather continues until the weekend.
NSW SES Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley Units on standby
17/02/2021 03:32:53 PM
Local NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers across the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley are preparing their communities for the consequences of potential widespread flooding this storm season.
From Kempsey to Nowra: Bill clocks up half a century with the SES
22/01/2021 12:06:34 PM
William (Bill) Curtin joined the Kempsey Unit back in 1970 while he was working for the Department of Agriculture as a Dairy Officer.
MARDI GRAS 2021
Saturday
06/03/21 15:00 to 06/03/21 23:00
NSW SES will see you all at this years Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. NSW SES is proud to support our LGBTIQ+ Allies members and demonstrate our commitment to create safer and more resilient communities and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
Wellington Vintage Fair
Sunday
07/03/21 7:00 to 07/03/21 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wellington 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.
Upper Hunter Show
Friday
19/03/21 8:00 to 20/03/21 21:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Upper Hunter 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.
Hillston SES - BBQ and Information Display
Friday
26/03/21 14:30 to 26/03/21 18:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Hillston Unit. We'll have a BBQ and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Street party Young
Saturday
10/04/21 9:00 to 10/04/21 17:00
The Young NSW SES Unit will be at the Young Community Street Party, Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Anzac Day Dawn Service
Sunday
25/04/21 4:00 to 25/04/21 6:30
SES members are providing Tea/Coffee to the general public and provide assistance as necessary to attendees.
ANZAC Day March
Sunday
25/04/21 10:00 to 25/04/21 13:00
Come and Ballina SES Members and fellow emergency services with war veterans will be marching in formation down to the Ballina RSL Cenotaph and participate in the service.
ANZAC Day March - Griffith NSW
Sunday
25/04/21 10:00 to 25/04/21 13:00
Hunter Valley Caravan Camping 4WD Show 2021
Friday
21/05/21 10:00 to 23/05/21 23:00
Interactive display at local event
