There are no current SES warnings
To view all current NSW flood and weather warnings visit the Bureau's website
Recent Floods and Storms
You can learn a lot from the past.
Read about the significant floods and storms that have happened in your area in recent years.
Record Floods
Here are the records of floods in your area. They may help you understand the risk in your area.
They are listed for significant river systems with key warning gauges only.
Local Road Information
Here are some handy links to Roads and Maritime Services and your local councils who manage road closures in your area.
Local Rivers
A list of significant rivers in the Hunter Region of NSW and a handy link to river conditions and latest rainfall totals to help you self-assess the risk in your area.
Things to consider if you live in an urban area
Urban areas, including metropolitan, suburbs and towns, can have specific storm risks including impacts of flash flooding. It is important to remember that storm water and floodwater in urban areas can be very dangerous.
Your Local Councils
Check with your local council for information about property-specific risks, local road closures and local planning approval guidelines.
Your Local NSW SES Units
NSW is divided into 17 Regions based on major river systems. Check here to see the local Units operating in your area.
Each Region Controller is responsible for the operational control of emergency flood and storm responses, including planning, training, operational support and other functions within their area of control.
Local Radio Stations
Your local radio station can provide information and updates during emergencies that are specific to your local area
Volunteer with NSW SES
Volunteering with NSW SES is an exciting and rewarding experience. As a NSW SES volunteer you can not only make a difference in the lives of others, but also gain valuable training and skills.
Every NSW SES volunteer is part of a team of highly-trained professionals across the state who share a commitment to helping their communities. Do you have what it takes? #VolunteerExperience
Flood Storm and Tsunami Guides
Download the FloodSafe, StormSafe and TsunamiSafe guides here to help you prepare for emergencies near you.
Flood Storm and Tsunami Plans
The NSW SES undertakes flood, storm and tsunami planning to determine how to best manage natural disasters.
Tsunami Evacuation Map
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has released maps showing evacuation areas in the event of a land-threat tsunami.
Learn how tsunami could impact your location.
Next steps toward recovery
In NSW, recovery following a disaster is managed by a range of organisations. The NSW SES has produced a recovery guide to help you take the next steps towards recovery from floods, storms and tsunami.
Volunteer with NSW SES
Volunteering with NSW SES is an exciting and rewarding experience. As a NSW SES volunteer you can not only make a difference in the lives of others, but also gain valuable training and skills.
Every NSW SES volunteer is part of a team of highly-trained professionals across the state who share a commitment to helping their communities. Do you have what it takes? #VolunteerExperience
News
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COUNTDOWN TO STORM SEASON IS UNDERWAY
20/09/2021 07:31:00 AM
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is urging people to make sure they are ready once Storm Season arrives this October (1 October 2021).
STORM SEASON IS COMING
15/09/2021 12:05:01 AM
With the countdown to Storm Season underway, NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has one question for its communities – will you be prepared when it arrives?
NSW SES VOLUNTEERS HELP FIND MISSING BOY
06/09/2021 03:30:52 PM
After days of searching with NSW Police, NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers have helped find Anthony ‘AJ’ Elfalak, who went missing on his family’s property in the Hunter region on Friday (3 September 2021).
Disaster awareness survey launched for Hunter and Central Coast communities
26/08/2021 05:29:46 PM
NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is calling on those who live, work and visit the Central Coast and Hunter areas to share their awareness and knowledge of local flood risks through a new online survey.
