NSW SES Central West Area

NSW SES Central West Area The Central West NSW SES (New South Wales State Emergency Service) Region is the local combat agency for floods, storms and tsunami.

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community. It is made up almost entirely of volunteers, with 228 units located throughout New South Wales. The units comprise of approximately 10,000 volunteer members, who are easily identified by their distinctive orange overalls. While our major responsibilities are for flood and storm operations

, the NSW SES also provides the majority of general rescue effort in the State. This includes road accident rescue, vertical rescue, bush search and rescue, evidence searches (both metropolitan and rural) and other forms of specialist rescue that may be required due to local threats. Volunteers in a number of isolated communities have been trained as Community First Responders by the Ambulance Service of New South Wales. The Service's trained rescuers also support the full-time emergency services during major disasters. The NSW SES also assists other emergency services when they are performing major operations. These services include the NSW Police Force, the NSW Rural Fire Service, the Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW.

CanowindrafloodingStay informedAdviceNSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about rising mino...
11/08/2026

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NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about rising minor flooding on the Belubula River:

- Canowindra

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website, HazardWatch and pages, the Hazards Near Me mobile app, local radio or television, and by following the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises Minor flooding is possible at Canowindra US from Tuesday evening.

The Belubula River at Canowindra US is currently at 2.36 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The Belubula River at Canowindra US may reach around the minor flood level (2.60 m) Tuesday evening.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwater:

- Low lying areas adjacent to and along the Belubula River in Canowindra.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/wEkbTw

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 5:01pm on Tuesday 11th August 2026.

This weekend, unit leaders from right across the Western Zone are coming together for our Leadership Forum.We have membe...
02/08/2026

This weekend, unit leaders from right across the Western Zone are coming together for our Leadership Forum.
We have members here from all corners of the zone, from Lithgow in the east to Broken Hill in the far west, and up to Lightning Ridge in the north.
It’s a real reminder of just how vast our zone is and how committed our people are to showing up for one another.
The focus is on sharing knowledge and lived experience: decision making under pressure, leadership, and building leadership capability across our units.
When our leaders are supported and connected, our whole community is better protected.
A huge thank you to everyone who has made the trip and given up their weekend. The strength of the SES has always been our people, and this weekend is proof of that.

⚠️ AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mo...
24/07/2026

⚠️ AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices.

It will be ready to use in October 2026, but before it launches, we need to test the system across Australia.

‼️ On Monday 27 July, your mobile devices, such as mobile phones, tablets and smart watches, may receive a test alert.

The test times across Australian time zones are:
• 2:00 pm AEST (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
• 1:30 pm ACST (SA, NT, Broken Hill NSW)
• 12:00 pm AWST (WA)

The message will vibrate and include a loud, siren-like sound that lasts about 10 seconds.
If this could disrupt you or cause you or a loved one to feel unsafe, please turn off your mobile devices or switch them to aeroplane mode before the scheduled test time in your location, and leave them off for at least one hour.

As this is just a test, you don’t need to do anything, but in an actual disaster you should follow the alert instructions to keep yourself and others safe.

To learn what an AusAlert sounds like, visit ausalert.gov.au
National Emergency Management Agency
AusAlert

Storms don't wait — know when to call.📞 132 500 for storm and flood help.🚨 000 for life-threatening emergencies.We're ou...
01/07/2026

Storms don't wait — know when to call.

📞 132 500 for storm and flood help.
🚨 000 for life-threatening emergencies.

We're out there right now, doing what we do best.

Far West and Southern Inland NSW have been impacted by heavy rainfall this week which has seen roads and highways closed...
01/07/2026

Far West and Southern Inland NSW have been impacted by heavy rainfall this week which has seen roads and highways closed due to floodwater 🚧

Damaging winds are expected to impact the Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts later today and NSW SES asks people to be prepared. Localised heavy rainfall and large hail are also possible.

⚠️ All unsealed roads in the Far West are now closed. Sealed roads remain open, including the Barrier Highway, however the Silver City Highway is closed from Packsaddle to the Queensland border.

Residents are reminded to check their local council pages or Live Traffic NSW for road closures and traffic updates before travelling and to turn around and find an alternative route if they come across a flooded road.

📲 Continue monitoring the Hazards Near Me app for weather updates or visit the NSW SES website.

Our teams are prepared and ready to respond should you need help.

☎️ If you require assistance, call NSW SES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).

01/07/2026

Severe Weather Warnings have been issued this morning for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS ☔️🍃

🔷 Heavy rainfall is forecast for parts of Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

🔷 Damaging winds are forecast for parts of South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

They have developed over alpine peaks, and will expand to lower elevations this evening. Winds will remain locally strong over the Snowy Mountains into Thursday.

📲 Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information, especially as the weather moves through and may affect other areas.

🚗 If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

Stay safe and prepared:
🔸 Move your car under cover or away from trees and powerlines if safe to do so.
🔸 Tie down loose items ahead of strong winds.
🔸 Keep clear of creeks and storm drains
🔸 If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring Triple Zero (000) if you need rescue
🔸 Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.

☎️ If you require assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

17/04/2026

📣The annual testing of the Eugowra Town Siren will be occurring on Saturday the 2nd of May at 11am.

Between 10am and 1pm the local SES unit, as well as the Eugowra Town RFS, will be at the Showgrounds. Come down and have a chat about what they do and enjoy a free community BBQ.

NSW SES Central West Area Cabonne Council

Address

79 Corporation Avenue
Bathurst, NSW
2795

Telephone

+61263348555

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