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 North West 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 a rural area
As a rural property owner or manager you may have experienced many storms.
The effects of storms on rural property owners can include losses to livestock, crops, fencing, buildings, personal items, farm equipment and machinery.
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
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.
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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NSW State Emergency Service & UNE ask what are your 3Things?
24/05/2019 10:04:22 AM
There’s a flood heading towards you. What three things would you take, if you had to leave right now?
NSW State Emergency Service Celebrates WOW Day!
22/05/2019 11:55:35 AM
On Wednesday 22 May, people from around the country will be wearing orange to show their gratitude to our hardworking State Emergency Service volunteers. These volunteers selflessly give up their time to keep communities safe and respond in times of natural disaster.
NSW SES Recognises Western NSW Long Serving Members
20/05/2019 02:39:01 PM
Volunteers from the NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) have been recognised for their diligent service to their community at an awards ceremony in Tamworth. On Saturday 18th May 2019, NSW SES Deputy Commissioner Greg Newton presented three NSW SES members with very special...
Newcastle Teens Complete New NSW SES Cadet Course
23/04/2019 03:43:06 PM
Teens from Whitebridge School in Newcastle have just completed a new, hands-on course designed to teach them the basic skills every NSW SES Volunteer needs
