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!
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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
Know Your Risk
Even though the flood water may have subsided, after a flood there a still risks that can affect people's health and wellbeing
Plan Now For What You Will Do
Planning for floods especially after you have just been through one, helps you remember all the things you need to do and gives you an advantage next time it floods.
Prepare Your Home and Business
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
Be Aware
Be aware of how the NSW SES advises you that it is safe to return to a disaster affected area and some of the residual risks that often remain
Look Out For Each Other
After floods there are a range of things you can do to look out for each other
News
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The risk of flood is real in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley. Do you know your flood risk?
11/09/2019 03:49:29 PM
A public safety campaign launched in the Hawkesbury-Nepean today seeks to increase community awareness about flood risk in the valley.
70th anniversary stories from destructive Macleay Valley flood
26/08/2019 10:35:21 AM
In August 1949 a record flood hit the Macleay Valley, killing six people, 15,000 head of livestock and destroying 52 buildings. Seventy years on, eleven residents have sat down and told the NSW SES Kempsey Unit some fascinating and vivid stories about lucky escapes, rescues, massive damage, preparation, warnings, and clean ups.
50-Year NSW SES Veteran wins the 2019 Maritime Medal
06/08/2019 11:21:04 AM
A 50-year veteran of the NSW State Emergency Service has been awarded the 2019 Maritime Medal.
Tumbulgum flood risk project rewarded
07/06/2019 01:57:02 PM
A TWEED project that aims to manage the flood risks of a community on the banks of two rivers has won a national award.
Murrumbateman Field Day
Saturday
19/10/19 7:00 to 20/10/19 17:00
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.
Granny Smith Festival
Saturday
19/10/19 9:00 to 19/10/19 21:30
The Ryde NSW SES Unit will be at the Granny Smith Festival again in 2019. Come and chat to our friendly SES volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
The Rock Show
Saturday
19/10/19 9:00 to 19/10/19 16:00
The Rock NSW SES Unit will be at The Rock Show. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Deaf Festival
Saturday
19/10/19 9:00 to 19/10/19 16:00
The NSW SES will be at the Deaf Festival at the Nth side of Parramatta River, Parramatta. Come and meet our Deaf Liaison Officers and our other friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Oatley Village Festival
Saturday
19/10/19 9:00 to 19/10/19 14:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Kogarah 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.
Teddy Bears Picnic
Saturday
19/10/19 10:00 to 19/10/19 14:00
The Forbes NSW SES Unit will be at the Teddy Bears Picnic at Lions Park. Come and meet the team of friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters.
Brunswick Valley U3A Know your Risks and Preparedness Workshop
Saturday
19/10/19 10:00 to 19/10/19 12:00
Brunswick Valley U3A regular Forum Meeting with guests from the NSW SES and Red Cross presenting information around Awareness of Risks and Preparation
Boggabri Spring Fair
Saturday
19/10/19 15:00 to 19/10/19 21:00
The Boggabri NSW SES Unit will be at the Spring Fair, come along and meet our friendly volunteers and participate in our interactive activities and learn how to operate an AED, maintain your chainsaw and ladder safety. Boggabri is a Rescue Unit so come and see our live scenario's. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn...
Marine Rescue Open Day
Sunday
20/10/19 9:00 to 20/10/19 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Swansea Unit. We'll have vehicles and boats on display and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms, floods and tsunamis.
PMQ - Volunteers Expo 2019
Tuesday
22/10/19 10:00 to 22/10/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from the Port Macquarie Unit. We'll have hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Community Engagement, Preschool Visit
Tuesday
22/10/19 15:32
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Get Ready workshop
Wednesday
23/10/19 18:30 to 23/10/19 21:30
Storm season starts this month so now?s the time to get ready. The NSW SES ? Marrickville Unit is hosting this FREE workshop to help you prepare for storms, floods and other emergencies so you can keep yourself, your family, your pets and your home safe. Go to https://www.facebook.com/NSWSESMarrickville/for more information and to register for the...
Clarence Nambucca Capability Unit - Storm Safe Awareness
Thursday
24/10/19 8:00 to 24/10/19 16:00
Reminding the Public how to prepare their homes for the Storm Season.,
Gosford Unit - Get Ready Girls
Thursday
24/10/19 19:00 to 24/10/19 21:00
Calling all women. Make sure you visit the SES Get Ready Girls night staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Gosford 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.
Friendship afternoon tea
Friday
25/10/19 14:00 to 25/10/19 15:30
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PICTON SHOW
Saturday
26/10/19 8:00 to 27/10/19 18:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wollondilly 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.
Queanbeyan Unit Open Day
Saturday
26/10/19 8:57 to 26/10/19 16:57
The Queanbeyan NSW SES Unit will be having an Open Day at our unit. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Recruitment Spring Fair
Saturday
26/10/19 9:00 to 26/10/19 16:00
The Portland NSW SES Unit will be at the local park. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Bowning Community Day (?Bowning Pheazal Festival?)
Saturday
26/10/19 10:00 to 26/10/19 16:00
The Yass NSW SES Unit will be at the Bowning Pheazal 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.
Ashfield-Leichhardt Unit - Pop Up display
Saturday
26/10/19 11:00 to 26/10/19 13:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Ashfield Leichhardt 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.
West Ryde Public School
Tuesday
29/10/19 11:30 to 29/10/19 15:00
NSW Ryde Unit will be doing two presentations on how to be prepared for storms and floods to about 155 students and 5 teachers.
Condong School SES Display
Friday
01/11/19 10:00 to 01/11/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Murwillumbah Unit at the Condong Public School. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods. A big thank you to the Condong Public School.
Hill Top Public School Star Light Fun Fair
Friday
01/11/19 16:00 to 01/11/19 21:00
The NSW SES Wingecarribee Unit will be at the Hill Top Public School Star Light Fun Fair. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Gunnedah South School Fete
Friday
01/11/19 17:00 to 01/11/19 20:00
The Gunnedah NSW SES Unit will be at the Gunnedah South School Fete. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Relay for Life
Saturday
02/11/19 7:00 to 02/11/19 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Classic Yass
Saturday
02/11/19 7:30 to 02/11/19 16:00
The Yass NSW SES Unit will be at the Classic Yass Billy Cart Derby. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters, view our interactive display and watch the Yass-Hill Tops Billy Cart race to glory :-)
Cooma Motorfest
Saturday
02/11/19 8:00 to 02/11/19 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Get Ready Tsunami Awareness
Saturday
02/11/19 8:00 to 02/11/19 10:00
Come and join members of the Ballina SES Unit, have a free coffee whilst gaining information on Tsunami Awareness This is for any interested members of the community, at Lennox Head Surf Club 08.00am to 10.00am
BLUE MOUNTAINS
Saturday
02/11/19 8:00 to 02/11/19 17:00
The Blue Mountains NSW SES Unit will be at the Annual Rhododendron Festival held at Blackheath with our Community Education Trailer and will have one of our Field Trucks in the parade. and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Eden Whale Festival
Saturday
02/11/19 10:30 to 02/11/19 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Eden 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.
Jacaranda Float Procession
Saturday
02/11/19 15:00 to 02/11/19 20:00
Floats to take part in the Jacaranda Procession Clarence Capability Unit - be prepared message Grafton City Unit - Rescue Ulmarra Unit - Boats
ACT ESA Open Day 2019
Sunday
03/11/19 8:00 to 03/11/19 16:09
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Queanbeyan 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.
Gosford Unit - Central Coast Kids Day Out
Sunday
03/11/19 10:00 to 03/11/19 15:00
The Gosford NSW SES Unit will be at the Central Coast Kids Day Out. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Gosford Unit - Dogs in the Park
Sunday
03/11/19 10:00 to 03/11/19 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Gosford Unit. We'll have our Pet Emergency Kit display and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for your pets in emergencies such as storms and floods.
Ballina Get Ready Tsunami Awareness
Tuesday
05/11/19 7:00 to 05/11/19 9:00
Come and join members of the Ballina SES Unit, have a free coffee whilst gaining information on Tsunami Awareness This is for any interested members of the community, at Ballina Marine Rescue Tower.
Get Ready Byron Tourism Industry
Thursday
07/11/19 11:00 to 07/11/19 12:30
Do you work in the tourism industry in Byron Shire? Do you own, manage or work as an accomodation provider? Then you are invited to attend the Get Ready Byron preparedness presentation where NSW SES will discuss local risks and how to prepare your property, business and ensure the safety of your guests.
Queanbeyan Show
Friday
08/11/19 9:17 to 10/11/19 21:17
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Queanbeyan 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.
Moss Vale Public School Country Fair
Friday
08/11/19 16:00 to 08/11/19 20:00
The NSW SES Wingecarribee Unit will be at the Moss Vale Public School Country Fair Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
BLUE MOUNTAINS
Saturday
09/11/19 8:00 to 09/11/19 17:00
The Blue Mountains NSW SES Unit will be at the Glenbrook Spring Festival Family Fun Day.
Southern Highlands Outdoor Recreation & Adventure Show
Saturday
09/11/19 8:00 to 10/11/19 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wingecarribee 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.
Wyong Unit - Deaf Community Get Ready Workshop
Saturday
09/11/19 9:00 to 09/11/19 13:00
Wyong Unit is holding a Deaf Community Get Ready Workshop, to learn how to contact SES, be prepared for storms, floods and tsunamis.
Convoy for Kids
Sunday
10/11/19 7:00 to 10/11/19 17:00
The Goulburn NSW SES Unit will be at the Convoy for Kids. Come and watch the convoy then meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Maclean SES display and community BBQ
Sunday
10/11/19 10:30 to 10/11/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from 10am Sunday 10th November. Free family BBQ sponsored by Maclean Lions Club. See the SES in action with floodboat, road crash rescue and first aid displays.Entertainment provided for for the kids.
Remembrance Day
Monday
11/11/19 11:00 to 11/11/19 12:00
Come respect the fallen soldiers with the community of Ulmarra and Ulmarra SES.
View Club Presentation
Wednesday
13/11/19 18:30 to 13/11/19 21:00
Are you a member of View Club? Come along and hear about what the NSW SES does and learn how you can prepare your property for floods and storms, and tsunami awareness
McHappy Day - Goulburn
Saturday
16/11/19 7:00 to 16/11/19 15:00
The
Skennars Head Get Ready Tsunami Awareness
Saturday
16/11/19 7:00 to 16/11/19 10:00
Come and join members of the Ballina SES Unit, have a free coffee whilst gaining information on Tsunami Awareness This is for any interested members of the community, at Sharps Beach Car Park 07.00am to 10.00am
Gosford Unit - Deaf Community Get Ready Workshop
Saturday
16/11/19 9:00 to 16/11/19 13:00
Gosford Unit is holding a Deaf Community Get Ready Workshop to learn how to contact SES and learn how to prepare for storms, floods and tsunamis.
McHappy Day
Saturday
16/11/19 12:00 to 16/11/19 15:00
The
McHappy day
Saturday
16/11/19 13:18
The Gunnedah NSW SES Unit will be at McHappy day at Gunnedah McDonalds Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Community Leaders Information Night
Monday
18/11/19 18:00 to 18/11/19 21:30
NSW SES will be part of an information evening for community leader to raise awareness on building resilience in our community. Invitation to this event is required.
Get Ready Girls 2019
Tuesday
19/11/19 18:00 to 19/11/19 21:30
Wingecarribee Unit is hosting its third get ready girls campaign. To build resiliance and confidence in women of the local community to help better prepare them in emergency situations.
Pre-school visit/display
Friday
22/11/19 10:00 to 22/11/19 11:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Gunnedah 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.
White Ribbon Day
Friday
22/11/19 10:30 to 22/11/19 12:00
Bathurst Police are organizing a 'human white ribbon' to acknowledge White Ribbon Day. This Community engagement will involve the NSW Fire And Rescue, Rural Fire Service, Traffic and Highway patrol and mounted police. There will also be a free sausage sizzle for all in attendance
Lennox Head Get Ready Tsunami Awareness
Saturday
23/11/19 7:00 to 23/11/19 9:00
Come and join members of the Ballina SES Unit, have a free coffee whilst gaining information on Tsunami Awareness. This is for any interested members of the community, at Lennox Head Surf Club between 08.00am to 10.00am
Ulladulla Relay For Life
Saturday
23/11/19 9:00 to 23/11/19 21:00
Members of the Ulladulla SES Unit will participating in the 2019 Relay for Life in support of the Cancer Council. We will also have information on how you can protect your family and home from Storms, Floods and Tsunami and also how you can volunteer with your local unit.
Ulmarra Santa Run
Saturday
07/12/19 10:00 to 07/12/19 14:00
The Ulmarra NSW SES Unit will be at the Ulmarra Park. Come and meet Paddy Platypus, Santa and our friendly volunteers.
Annual Christmas Markets
Saturday
07/12/19 12:00 to 07/12/19 20:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Scone 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.
Santa's Coming with the NSW SES
Saturday
21/12/19 14:30 to 21/12/19 21:30
The Shellharbour City NSW SES Unit will be at assisting with Santa in the Shellharbour City Local Goverment Area. Paddy Platypus will be there with Santa. There will be lollies for all of the kids. Times and Location will be confirmed closer to the date
Australia Day - Goulburn
Sunday
26/01/20 7:00 to 26/01/20 20:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
AUSTRALIA DAY - BERRIMA
Sunday
26/01/20 8:00 to 26/01/20 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wingecarribee 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.
Mardi Gras Fair Day
Sunday
16/02/20 10:00 to 16/02/20 16:00
The City of Sydney NSW SES Unit, with the support of the NSW SES LBGTI and Allies Network, will be at the 2020 Mardi Gras Fair Day. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
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.
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.
