Know Your Risk
If you live close to a creek, river, major storm water drain or in a low‐lying area, you may be at risk from floods.
How you might be warned about a storm
Severe Weather Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings are issued by the Bureau of Meteorology to alert communities to the threat of severe weather.
What's your plan?
Flood Awareness NSW
Find out your local flood risk here and what you can do to prepare.
What's your flood risk in the Hawkesbury-Nepean floodplain?
Find out how floods have affected your area and learn what you can do to prepare.
Emergency Plan
Download our free Home and Business Emergency Plan resources to help your household prepare for flood, storms and tsunami.
Planning for animals in emergencies
Emergencies can happen suddenly and planning ahead for your pets and animals will keep everyone safe.
Learn more about tornadoes
It is important to be aware of the conditions that can cause tornadoes and know what to do to prepare, respond and recover.
Before a flood
There are 8 simple things you can do before a flood, If you live, work or visit a flood‐prone area there are 8 tips you can do NOW to prepare for floods.
Learn from our historic events with Local Flood Insights and Story Maps
The NSW State Emergency Service utilises interactive mapping tools such as Story Maps to effectively retell historic jurisdictional events as well as communicate Flood, Storm and Tsunami risk.
Get your emergency kit together
When a severe storm impacts your area, you may need to relocate quickly. Having an emergency kit allows you to grab and go.
Electricity, gas and water safety information
Storms and floods can damage utility networks and impact the supply of essential services like electricity, water, natural gas, sewage, and telecommunications to homes and businesses.
What you can do during a storm
During a storm, there are simple things you can do to help protect your family...
What you can do during a flood
When a Flood Warning is issued, there are a few things you can do to protect your family and property...
Download the Emergency+ app
In an emergency, time and location accuracy are critical. Equip yourself with a powerful tool that will help you call Triple Zero (000) quickly, and allow you to accurately communicate your location to emergency call-takers.
Learn more about your local risk
NSW SES provides local plans, resources and community advice based on your location.
Recovery Centres
Dedicated community recovery centres provide face-to-face support for NSW residents affected by 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.
Returning to your property after a flood
There are little things you can do to manage some of the risks that remain when you return to an affected property following a flood.
Cleaning up after a flood
This page contains some useful tips and practical information to help households start the clean up after wind and water damage.
Simple things you can do after a storm
Electricity and Gas Outages
If there’s an outage, your distributor can normally provide you with info on when power or gas should be back up and running.
Disaster Relief and Support
If you have been impacted by a natural disaster, you may be eligible for Disaster relief assistance and support from the NSW Government.
Need to make a claim?
Heavy rain, high winds and hail can cause major damage to your home, but it's damage that can often be prevented. Maintaining your property is your first line of defence.
NSW Council Links
Click here to view a list of all NSW councils websites for local council information.
Recover with Red Cross
Dealing with an emergency can be stressful and exhausting. Recovering from a disaster is a complex process that may take months, even years to overcome.
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EVERYDAY PEOPLE RECOGNISED FOR BRAVERY: 82 AWARDS PRESENTED AT NORTH EASTERN ZONE CEREMONY
04/11/2024 10:15:40 AM
NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has honoured exceptional bravery and commitment of North Eastern volunteers who have worked tirelessly to keep our communities safe in times of crisis.
NSW SES LEADS COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS EFFORTS THIS WORLD TSUNAMI AWARENESS DAY
01/11/2024 03:28:20 PM
As World Tsunami Awareness Day approaches on November 5, the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is taking proactive steps to engage coastal residents about tsunami safety and preparedness.
LIGHTNING RIDGE SES UNIT OPENS ITS DOORS TO COMMUNITY, CELEBRATES CULTURAL CONNECTIONS
29/10/2024 12:30:51 PM
The Lightning Ridge SES Unit opened its doors to the wider community at the weekend, celebrating connections to Country and the dedication of its indigenous members during a flag raising ceremony.
NSW SES TEAMS UP WITH EMERGENCY SERVICES TO EMPOWER FAMILIES AT PLAYDATES
21/10/2024 10:16:02 AM
Five years ago, the Black Summer Bushfires swept through the NSW South Coast, sending residents into turmoil.
Canterbury-Bankstown Council Community Safety Pop Up - Canterbury
Wednesday
06/11/24 10:00 to 06/11/24 13:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Canterbury 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.
Family fun day
Saturday
09/11/24 2:00 to 09/11/24 9:00
Family fun day, golf, croquet and tennis. Tug-a-war and races maybe between RFS and SES (with help). Buncing castle, face painting, kids games and sausage sizzle
Pottsville Men's Shed Open Day
Saturday
09/11/24 8:30 to 09/11/24 16:30
The Tweed Coast NSW SES Unit will be at the Pottsville and District Men's Shed Open Day, come and meet our volunteers and see our storm truck.
Artarmon Street Fair
Saturday
09/11/24 9:30 to 09/11/24 17:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Willoughby - Lane Cove 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.
Tsunami Awareness
Saturday
09/11/24 10:00 to 09/11/24 16:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from City of Sydney Unit. We'll have activities and information to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms, floods and Tsunami.
EPIC Womens Workshop
Saturday
16/11/24 8:30 to 16/11/24 13:00
Gosford SES will be holding an EPIC Women's Workshop at the unit. We are aiming to assist women in the community by teaching them ways to be storm ready, and promoting independence and confidence to help prepare for an emergency event. We will have 4 stalls set up that will teach a variety of skills including basic first aid, sandbagging, flood...
Temora Town Market
Saturday
16/11/24 9:00 to 16/11/24 13:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Temora 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.
i98FM Illawarra Convoy 20th Year
Sunday
17/11/24 8:00 to 17/11/24 16:00
Come down to the FREE family fun day, and meet the local volunteers from Shellharbour, Wollongong, Dapto & Kiama SES unts. Paddy will be there also.
Storm Preparedness Workshop
Sunday
17/11/24 11:00 to 17/11/24 13:00
To help you prepare for the Summer Storm season, members of the Wyong SES unit will be presenting a short presentation on how to prepare for storms. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Dorrigo Show
Friday
22/11/24 6:00 to 23/11/24 22:00
The Dorrigo NSW SES Unit will be at the Dorrigo Show. Come and meet Paddy Platypus and our friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display. We will have on display SES vehicles and equipment.
Young Mosque open day
Saturday
23/11/24 11:00 to 23/11/24 16:00
The Young NSW SES Unit will be at the Young Mosque Open day Come and meet friendly volunteers, learn about how to be safer in emergencies and disasters and view our interactive display.
EPIC Womens Workshop
Saturday
30/11/24 9:00 to 30/11/24 13:00
Wyong SES Unit is holding a Womens workshop to introduce them to a variety of basic options for self maintenance of their homes prior to and after weather events.
'Weathering the Storm' Presentation
Monday
02/12/24 14:00 to 02/12/24 15:00
Make sure you visit the SES Presentation staffed by NSW SES volunteers from
Christmas Street Party
Thursday
05/12/24 16:30 to 05/12/24 20:30
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Casino 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.
Bunnings Kirrawee Christmas Community Event
Thursday
05/12/24 17:00 to 05/12/24 20:00
The Heathcote NSW SES Unit will be at Bunnings Kirrawee's Christmas Community 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. We will have a kids activity corner too.
Bunnings Tuggerah Christmas Event
Thursday
05/12/24 17:30 to 05/12/24 19:30
The Wyong NSW SES Unit will be at Bunnings Tuggerah Christmas Family Fun 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.
Camp Breakaway Twlight Christmas Markets
Saturday
07/12/24 16:00 to 07/12/24 19:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from Wyong Unit at the Camp Breakaway Twilight Christmas markets. Meet Paddy the Platypus and enjoy the atmosphere. We'll have activities and hand-outs to help you and your family better understand and prepare for emergencies such as storms and floods.
Carers NSW Care2Prepare Team and the Yarramalong Artisan Markets
Sunday
08/12/24 10:00 to 08/12/24 15:00
This event presents a wonderful opportunity to connect with your local emergency services and local community organisations while enjoying the the markets
Venetian Carnival
Wednesday
11/12/24 17:00 to 11/12/24 22:00
The Narromine NSW SES Unit will be at the Narromine Christmas Venetian Carnival held at Cale Oval Narromine. Come and say hi to the Team.
"Preparing For Disasters: What You Need To Know" - Dapto Library Talk
Saturday
18/01/25 10:30 to 18/01/25 11:30
Dapto Unit is giving a talk on "Preparing For Disasters: What You Need To Know" with residents to discuss how we can work together in preparing for future flood and storm events.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day
Sunday
16/02/25 10:00 to 16/02/25 20:00
Make sure you visit the SES Display staffed by NSW SES volunteers from City of Sydney Unit and NSW SES Pride.
Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras
Saturday
05/04/25 15:00 to 05/04/25 19:00
NSW SES will be proudly participating once again in the 2025 Wagga Wagga Mardi Gras!
