NSW, do you know your tsunami evacuation area?
While the likelihood of a land-threat tsunami on the east coast of Australia is low, this maps show the areas where residents and workers would have to move to higher ground in the event of a land-threat tsunami.
Know Your Risk - Tsunami
What are tsunami?
What causes tsunami?
How do we detect them?
What is the risk to coastal NSW?
Plan now for what you will do
One of the most important things you can do now is plan for possible tsunami.
Head to our Emergency Plans page to complete your HOME or BUSINESS Emergency Plan
Be aware of tsunami
Know what kind of official Tsunami Products there are:
Look Out For Each Other
Plan what you will do in the event of a tsunami with your family, friends and neighbours.
Encourage others to plan for a possible tsunami.
Know Your Risk
Act early on warning advice as there can be very short time frames between earthquakes, tsunami forming and tsunami warnings.
Follow all advice given by emergency services.
Plan Now for What You Will Do
Has a Severe Weather Warning or Severe Thunderstorm Warning been issued?
Now is the time to activate and follow your HOME or BUSINESS emergency plan.
Prepare Your Home and Business
An Emergency Kit can help save precious time in an emergency situation. It provides items you might need if you lose power or need to leave your home in a hurry.
Be Aware
In Australia you may receive an official Tsunami Warning, however it is also important to be aware of the natural warning signs.
Look Out For Each Other
The protection of life is the highest priority for the NSW SES when we make decisions about planning for tsunami.
Know Your Risk
Continue to listen to the radio for advice and do not return to the evacuation zones until authorities have given the all-clear
Prepare Your Home and Business
Recovery centres may provide a range of welfare services including financial assistance, personal support, organising temporary accommodation and providing information and referrals.
Look Out For Each Other
Communities and people pull together after major natural disasters.
After a tsunami, impacted communities will need to support each other.
News
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NSW SES MARKS WORLD TSUNAMI AWARENESS DAY
03/11/2023 02:59:17 PM
This Sunday, 5 November marks World Tsunami Awareness Day and NSW State Emergency...
EMERGENCY TSUNAMI WARNING FOR LORD HOWE ISLAND
19/05/2023 02:44:18 PM
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has issued an emergency warning for Lord Howe Island as it may be impacted by dangerous rips, waves and strong ocean currents in the marine environment, with the possibility of localised overflow onto the immediate foreshore.
NSW SES EXAMINE THE IMPACT OF A TSUNAMI ALONG THE EAST COAST
02/09/2022 09:53:40 AM
This week NSW SES, Emergency Management Australia (EMA) and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) ran a joint tsunami exercise in Brisbane.
NSW SES TO EMBRACE A NEW ERA OF FLOOD WARNINGS
19/08/2022 12:41:09 PM
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) will soon transition to an overhauled warning system under the new nation-wide Australian Warning System, to be introduced next month.
Spring Ridge Down Under Modified Tractor Pull
Saturday
03/08/24 15:00 to 03/08/24 23:00
The Tambar Springs NSW SES Unit will be at the Spring Ridge Down Under Modified Tractor Pull. Come down and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and learn more about what we do.
Moocooboola Festival
Sunday
04/08/24 9:00 to 04/08/24 16:00
The Hunters Hill NSW SES Unit will be at the Moocooboola 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.
Perovide Lighting for the Cowra Breakout 80th Anniversary re-enactment
Sunday
04/08/24 23:30 to 05/08/24 11:00
80th Anniversary re-enactment of the Cowra Breakout from the POW Camp. Starting at 1:30am. Cowra SES will be providing safety lighting for visitors, followed by a wreath laying service at the Cowra War Cemetery from 9:30am.
Sutton 10 year
Saturday
10/08/24 10:00 to 10/08/24 15:00
The NSW SES Sutton Unit will be at the Sutton Village Oval to celebrate 10 years supporting our local communities. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Menindee Open Day
Saturday
10/08/24 10:00 to 10/08/24 14:00
Menindee Unit is holding a community meeting to meet the residents of Menindee to discuss how we can work together in future flood and storm events.
Goolgowi Unit Open Day
Sunday
18/08/24 11:00 to 18/08/24 15:00
The Goolgowi NSW SES Unit will be at holding an Open Day on Sunday 18 August. Come and meet our friendly volunteers and learn about how to better prepare for floods and storms and learn more about what the NSW SES does in your community. Free BBQ and jumping castle on the day!
Ganmain Show
Saturday
24/08/24 9:00 to 24/08/24 16:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Coolamon 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.
Deaf Festival
Saturday
24/08/24 10:00 to 24/08/24 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers and our Auslan Liaison Team. There will be activities, hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Are You Ready?
Monday
26/08/24 0:00 to 26/08/24 10:00
Are you a member of Burraneer PROBUS? Come along and hear about what the NSW SES does and learn how you can prepare your property for floods and storms. This presentation will allow members to increase their knowledge about floods and storms in their area and interact with SES around the content.
Parkes Show
Monday
26/08/24 8:00 to 28/08/24 19:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Parkes 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 SES Visits Bunnings Tuggerah for Father Day event
Thursday
29/08/24 17:30 to 29/08/24 19:30
The Wyong NSW SES Unit will be at the Tuggerah Bunnings. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters in your local area.
Rescue Me Gala
Saturday
07/09/24 3:00 to 07/09/24 10:00
The Tambar Springs NSW SES Unit will be at the Rescue Me Gala. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters. Participate in the different activities. There will be activities for both adults and children, something for all age groups.
Berowra Woodchop
Saturday
07/09/24 8:00 to 07/09/24 18:30
The
Chatswood Spring Fair
Saturday
07/09/24 9:00 to 07/09/24 18:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Willoughby - Lane Cove 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. We will have activities especially for the young children, and Paddy will take part in our parade, which will...
Hornsby Emergency Services Expo
Sunday
08/09/24 10:30 to 08/09/24 12:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from your
Silver City Show - Broken Hill
Thursday
12/09/24 10:00 to 14/09/24 21:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Broken Hill 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.
Lions Club Community Fair
Sunday
15/09/24 9:00 to 15/09/24 17:00
The HURSTVILLE NSW SES Unit will be at Riverwood Park for the Lions' Club Community Fair. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Maitland City SES Open Day
Saturday
21/09/24 10:00 to 21/09/24 14:00
The Maitland City NSW SES Unit will be opening their headquaters to the public. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive displays. Other emergency services will be in attendance as well. Free sausage sizzle available.
Jiggi Spring Fair
Saturday
21/09/24 12:00 to 21/09/24 17:30
The Lismore NSW SES Unit will be at the Jiggi Spring Fair. Come and meet our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
Local Area Storm Preparedness workshop
Sunday
06/10/24 9:30 to 06/10/24 11:00
To help you prepare for the Summer Storm season, members of the Wyong SES unit will be presenting a short presentation on how to prepare for storms. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Coolamon Fire Engine Muster
Sunday
06/10/24 10:00 to 06/10/24 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Coolamon 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.
Harden Kite Festival
Saturday
12/10/24 6:30 to 12/10/24 18:00
Come on down to Harden Showgrounds to meet our volunteers. Our volunteers will be there to help with your questions about how to keep you and your family Storm and Flood ready. The NSW SES offers a diverse range of voluntering opportunities, from working out in the field operations to administration and emergency management, there is a role for...
Camden Haven Show
Saturday
19/10/24 7:00 to 20/10/24 18:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Camden Haven 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.
Playdates with Emergency Services
Monday
21/10/24 17:30 to 21/10/24 19:00
The
Playdates with Emergency Services
Thursday
24/10/24 17:30 to 24/10/24 19:00
The
Playdates with Emergency Services
Monday
28/10/24 17:30 to 28/10/24 19:00
The
Storm Preparedness Workshop
Sunday
17/11/24 11:00 to 17/11/24 13:00
To help you prepare for the Summer Storm season, members of the Wyong SES unit will be presenting a short presentation on how to prepare for storms. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Bunnings Kirrawee Chistmas Community Event
Thursday
05/12/24 0:00 to 05/12/24 17:19
The Heathcote NSW SES Unit will be at Bunnings Kirrawee's Christmas Community Event. 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 have a kids activity corner too.
