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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Trucks, Boats And Trailers Flood In To Help NSW SES Save Lives
07/06/2018 02:10:50 PM
Nearly 500 new vehicles, marine vessels and trailers will be rolled out to support our heroes in orange who support their local communities in times of floods, storms and other emergencies.
Minister for Emergency Services Troy Grant joined Treasurer Dominic Perrottet today to announce $54.6 million over four years for the NSW State...
Heavy Rainfall and High Tides to impact the South Coast from Monday afternoon onwards
04/12/2017 05:25:59 PM
NSW SES are urging communities along the South Coast to be prepared for heavy rainfall and abnormally high tides.
NSW SES Urging Communities in Southern NSW to Get Ready
02/12/2017 08:26:23 AM
Since the commencement of this weather event from Thursday NSW SES has received a total of 180 calls for assistance across the State. The majority of jobs are related to flood preparedness and sandbagging.
Emergency Response Capability Enhanced in NSW SES Central West Region
15/09/2017 03:42:50 PM
NSW SES volunteers from Bathurst, Lithgow, Oberon and Portland Units in Central West Region were very happy with their four new emergency vehicles handed over today by Minister for Emergency Services, Troy Grant and Member for Bathurst, Paul Toole.
Unanderra Scouts VIsit
Tuesday
03/07/18 18:30 to 03/07/18 20:30
Coniston Unit is holding an presentation for the Unanderra Scouts to learn about what the SES to for the local community.
Yetman Public School Community Event
Friday
06/07/18 10:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Yetman 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.
Wooli Market Day
Saturday
14/07/18 8:00 to 14/07/18 16:00
Meet Wooli-Yuraygir Unit volunteers at the Wooli sports ground.
Moocooboola Festival
Sunday
05/08/18 8:00 to 05/08/18 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Sivercity Show Broken Hill
Thursday
13/09/18 16:00 to 15/09/18 22:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Broken Hill Unit. We'll have activities, hand-outs and displays to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Inala Fair
Sunday
16/09/18 9:00 to 16/09/18 15:00
The Hornsby NSW SES Unit will be at the Inala Fair again this year. Come and speak to our volunteers about storm safety and hop in the flood boat.
NAIDOC
Thursday
20/09/18 8:00 to 20/09/18 17:00
Dapto Showground
Saturday
29/09/18 9:01 to 29/09/18 16:01
The Coniston NSW SES Unit will be at the Dapto Showground. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display. We will be talking If its flooded, forget it.
Woman Alive Festival
Saturday
27/10/18 9:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from the Blue Mountains 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
Friday
16/11/18 15:16 to 16/11/18 19:16
The Coniston NSW SES Unit will be at the Primbee Primary School Family Fun Day. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
