For Schools
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
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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Flood resources to build resilient students in Hawkesbury-Nepean Now Live
31/10/2019 09:00:00 AM
The new online resources for teachers and students have been developed under a partnership between Infrastructure NSW, Western Sydney University, and the NSW State Emergency Service.
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.
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
Ballina Marine Tower 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
The Ulladulla NSW SES Unit will be at the Ulladulla Relay for Life. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters.
Canterbury - Bankstown Active Seniors Expo
Thursday
28/11/19 9:00 to 28/11/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Windang Public School Fete Community Education
Friday
29/11/19 12:03 to 29/11/19 14:03
The Dapto NSW SES Unit will be at the Windang Public 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.
Bunnings Family Christmas
Thursday
05/12/19 17:00 to 05/12/19 20:30
The Dapto NSW SES Unit will be at the Bunnings Family Christmas Evening. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Tsunami Awareness
Saturday
07/12/19 9:00 to 07/12/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Ballina .Tsunami Awareness
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.
Ulmarra Unit Pesenting AUSLAN (sign language)
Tuesday
10/12/19 19:15 to 10/12/19 21:10
Ulmarra Unit is holding a community meeting to present AUSLAN (sign language). All are welcome to attend to help your community in time of need.
Coraki Community Markets
Saturday
14/12/19 9:00 to 14/12/19 16:00
The Coraki NSW SES Unit will be at the Coraki Community Markets. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
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. There will be lollies for all of the kids. Times and Location will be confirmed closer to the date
Santa to Carols by candlelight
Sunday
22/12/19 18:30 to 22/12/19 20:00
Support to carols by candlelight
Wooli SES distribute lollies to children in Wooli
Tuesday
24/12/19 18:00 to 24/12/19 21:00
SES Santa to Wooli Village run
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.
Maitland Show
Friday
14/02/20 8:00 to 16/02/20 17:00
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.
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.
Kids Day Out
Saturday
22/02/20 10:00 to 22/02/20 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...
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.
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.
