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 Sydney Southern 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
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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NSW SES prepares for another weekend of rain along the South Coast
06/08/2020 02:50:14 PM
The NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) has issued a warning for residents on the state’s South Coast to prepare for possible heavy rain, strong winds and heavy seas over the weekend.
NSW SES sends in more Volunteers to Assess Damage of Severe Weather
29/07/2020 12:24:07 PM
After four days of wet and wild weather lashing the South Coast, NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers are now focusing their efforts to help affected communities get back on their feet.
NSW SES responds to more than 2,000 jobs during severe weather
28/07/2020 03:11:01 PM
Rescuing stranded motorists, donkeys and cows from floodwaters are among the thousands of jobs NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers have attended due to the severe weather that has hit the state’s coast over the past few days.
Flooding possible in Sydney and South Coast
26/07/2020 03:28:00 PM
People in Sydney and the South Coast are being warned to prepare their homes and property now ahead of possible minor flooding over the next few days.
