22/08/25

NSW SES Operational Update | Friday 22 August 2025

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has responded to more than 627 incidents across the state in the last 24 hours, including 10 flood rescues.

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NSW SES currently has 42 warnings issued (as of 5am Friday 22 August) for residents across the impacted areas from Wollongong to Goondiwindi.

A prepare to isolate warning is currently in place for residents at Gunnedah.

Rain slowed across the northern and central western slopes and adjacent inland overnight and will contract to coastal areas before easing further later today.

To stay across the latest warnings and advice, download the Hazards Near Me app or visit the NSW SES website.

If you need assistance during storms and floods, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

OPERATIONAL STATISTICS:

Total event incidents: 932
Calls to state operations centre: 1,692
Flood rescues: 12

In the last 24 hours to 0500 Friday 22 August:

Statewide incidents: 627

By zone:

North Western Zone: 19
Northern Zone: 202
Metro Zone: 286
North Eastern Zone: 33
Western Zone: 5
South Eastern Zone: 76
Southern Zone: 1

Safety messages:

NEVER drive through floodwater. If you come across a flooded road, stop, turn around, and find another route.
Understand your risk – know what you will do and where you will go if you are impacted by severe weather.
Stay across the latest warnings and information via the Hazards Near Me app and set up a watch zone for your local area. 
Stay informed on the latest weather updates via the Bureau of Meteorology. 
If you need assistance, call the NSW SES on 132 500. For life threatening situations, always call Triple Zero (000).

Media enquiries:
NSW SES Media on 1800 067 234