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
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Teaser description, if you live, work or visit a flood‐prone area there are 8 tips you can do NOW to prepare for floods
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.
We have also compiled some handy links to other resources that may help you get back on your feet.
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Teaser description, if you live, work or visit a flood‐prone area there are 8 tips you can do NOW to prepare for floods
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
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NSW State Emergency Service values bush search and rescue skills
21/06/2019 01:06:43 PM
In an age of technology and sophisticated tracking devices, navigation (map and compass) remains an import skill for bush search and rescue. This weekend, more than 150 teams representing NSW, ACT and Victorian emergency services will compete in NavShield – one of Australia’s most challenging bush navigation events.
Partnership with NSW SES Volunteers Association for better mental health
17/06/2019 02:56:30 PM
NSW SES Volunteers Association partnership delivers program for better mental support and management strategies.
Not your typical SES poster boy - Bob Drewer from Cooranbong
16/06/2019 12:18:31 PM
Bob Drewer is living proof you don't have to be young, strong and able to climb onto rooftops during wicked storms to be valued.
NSW Volunteers - Gerard De Vries & Robert Corbett receive Order of Australia
09/06/2019 10:00:41 PM
NSW SES Wauchope Unit volunteer Gerard De Vries was awarded with the prestigious Order of Australia as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours over the long weekend.
Robert Corbett from NSW SES Hornsby Unit has also received an OAM for service to the community. He joined in 1974 and has been Local Controller since 2003....
Lions Club Guest Speaker
Tuesday
23/07/19 18:00 to 23/07/19 21:30
explain SES role Flood Storm & Tsunami In particular Tsunami Evacuations Home plans & Home emergency kits
First Aid Awareness Workshop
Thursday
25/07/19 18:30 to 25/07/19 20:00
Tambar Springs SES Unit is holding a First Aid Awareness Workshop to provide basic first aid information to assist community members until a NSW SES Community First Responder or NSW Ambulance arrives on scene.
Women on The Land : Looking After Yourself Workshop
Friday
26/07/19 9:30 to 26/07/19 15:00
NSW SES, DPI, Red Cross and partners are holding a series of workshop for women living on the land. The first workshop has a "Looking After Yourself" theme. Topics for this workshop include: Estate Planning, Rural Financial Support options, banking and loan options and most importantly heart health info and RELAXATION activities. Preparation...
Warragamba & Silverdale Community Street Meet
Saturday
27/07/19 10:00 to 27/07/19 14:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wollondilly 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.
Douglas Park P.S Fete
Sunday
28/07/19 10:00 to 28/07/19 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wollondilly 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 SES Display - Fathers Day
Sunday
01/09/19 9:00 to 01/09/19 12:32
Make sure you visit the SES Display for fathers day staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Ulmarra Unit. We'll have hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and flood
Harden Show
Saturday
07/09/19 9:00 to 07/09/19 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from the Harden 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.
Gosford Unit - Terrigal Family Fun Day
Saturday
14/09/19 10:00 to 14/09/19 16:00
The Gosford NSW SES Unit will be at the Terrigal Family Fun Day. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our local friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters.
Ulmarra Interagency Open Day
Sunday
15/09/19 10:00 to 15/09/19 15:00
The Ulmarra NSW SES Unit will be at the interagency open day at Coldstream Street Ulmarra come have a 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 display.
Community Engagement - Dapto Showground
Saturday
28/09/19 7:00 to 28/09/19 16:54
The NSW SES Dapto 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.
Bermagui 'Reboot' Activity Day
Monday
07/10/19 9:30 to 07/10/19 13:30
The Bermagui NSW SES Unit will be at the 'Reboot Bermagui' 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.
Harden Kite Festival
Saturday
12/10/19 8:00 to 12/10/19 16:00
The Harden NSW SES Unit will be at the Harden Kite 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.
Australian Police & Emergency Service Games
Thursday
17/10/19 9:31 to 24/10/19 9:31
Australian Police & Emergency Service Games
Murrumbateman Field Day
Saturday
19/10/19 6:00 to 20/10/19 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Yass 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.
Gosford Unit - Get Ready Girls
Thursday
24/10/19 18:00 to 24/10/19 20:00
Calling all women. Make sure you visit the SES Get Ready Girls night staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Gosford 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.
Classic Yass
Saturday
02/11/19 6:30 to 02/11/19 15:00
The Yass NSW SES Unit will be at the Classic Yass Billy Cart Derby. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters, view our interactive display and watch the Yass-Hill Tops Billy Cart race to glory :-)
Eden Whale Festival
Saturday
02/11/19 9:30 to 02/11/19 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Eden 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.
McHappy Day
Saturday
16/11/19 11:00 to 16/11/19 14:00
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