There are no current SES warnings
To view all current NSW flood and weather warnings visit the Bureau's website
Pets and Animals
Information on caring for your pets and animals - before, during and after a storm.
Make sure you look after your pets and include them in your emergency plans.
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 Illawarra and South Coast 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
The State of NSW is divided into 17 Regions based on major river systems.
Check here to see the local Units operating in your area.
Local Radio Stations
Your local radio station can provide information and updates during emergencies that are specific to your local area
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.
News
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Communities urged to stay vigilant ahead of wild weather
30/10/2020 10:06:23 AM
With severe weather expected from today (Friday 30 October) through to the weekend, NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is encouraging communities to get ready.
Trapped man rescued from ute as Tumbarumba floods
25/10/2020 07:30:11 AM
NSW SES Swift Water Technicians sprung into action on Saturday to save a man in Tumbarumba who was trapped in his ute by floodwater.
NSW SES responds to storms and floods
24/10/2020 04:36:30 PM
NSW State Emergency Service volunteers have responded to some 100 calls for assistance as wild weather hits parts of the state.
Samson’s special tour of NSW SES HQ
02/10/2020 01:18:09 PM
Young Samson loves the #NSWSES, so our wonderful State Operations Centre team took him for a special trip through our Headquarters yesterday.
