Lachlan NSW SES

Lachlan NSW SES The NSW SES is the combat agency for floods, storms and tsunamis. For emergency help call 132 500

"The worst in nature, the best in us"

The NSW SES is the combat agency for floods, storms and tsunamis. The SES provides services to the community in times of need through professionally trained community-minded volunteers.

We've updated our profile picture for WOW Day (Wear Orange Wednesday). This day is all about celebrating and thanking am...
19/05/2026

We've updated our profile picture for WOW Day (Wear Orange Wednesday). This day is all about celebrating and thanking amazing volunteers for their unwavering dedication and service to the community.

Whether it’s wearing orange, posting a message of thanks, or simply sharing your support, we’d love for you to get involved.

Join us tomorrow and show support for those who selflessly
give their time and effort all year long!

Write your personal message of thanks here www.wowday.com.au/

02/05/2026

Heads up! There are some storms incoming⛈️
The Bureau of Meteorology are forecasting a cold front to cross into NSW tomorrow, causing a change in conditions after several sunny days in a row - bringing rain and the risk of storms to many locations.

We advise people to:
🔸Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
🔸Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
🔸Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.
📲Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information.
☎️ 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).

Today, members across the NSW SES Southern Zone pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of the Australians who gave th...
24/04/2026

Today, members across the NSW SES Southern Zone pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of the Australians who gave their lives in service to our nation. In observing this moment of silence, we reflect on their bravery, and on all who have served, and continue to serve our country.

Lest We Forget.

Central Inland NSW severe weatherStay indoorsWatch and ActThe NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STA...
21/03/2026

Central Inland NSW severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall with flash flooding likely:

- Dubbo
- Mudgee
- Parkes
- Wellington
- Gulgong
- Dunedoo

49.0 MM WAS RECORDED AT BORENORE CREEK (NORTH OF ORANGE) IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 6:34 PM.

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises an upper-level trough is aligning with a surface trough over the state this evening to produce slow moving severe thunderstorms.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Central Tablelands and Central West Slopes and Plains districts.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/Zt7PAe

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 9:25pm on Saturday 21st March 2026.

Central Inland NSW severe weatherStay indoorsWatch and ActThe NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STA...
21/03/2026

Central Inland NSW severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall with flash flooding likely:

- Dubbo
- Mudgee
- Parkes
- Wellington
- Gulgong
- Hill End

49.0 MM WAS RECORDED AT BORENORE CREEK (NORTH OF ORANGE) IN THE 30 MINUTES TO 6:34 PM.

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises an upper-level trough is aligning with a surface trough over the southern half of the state this evening to produce slow moving severe thunderstorms in a humid environment.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Central Tablelands and Central West Slopes and Plains districts.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

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

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 8:14pm on Saturday 21st March 2026.

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall with flash flooding like...
21/03/2026

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall with flash flooding likely, damaging winds, large hailstones:
- Orange
- Dubbo
- Mudgee
- Katoomba
- Cooma
- Yass

WATCH AND ACT
Next update: Sunday 22 Mar 9:15 pm

Find out more: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/dwgGX6

NSW SES provides emergency help in a flood, storm or tsunami.If you answer yes to any of the below questions, call the N...
02/03/2026

NSW SES provides emergency help in a flood, storm or tsunami.

If you answer yes to any of the below questions, call the NSW SES on 132 500.
🏡Has a fallen tree blocked access? i.e. front door/driveway/road
🪾Is a tree threatening to fall on your property or driveway?
💦Is your roof damaged or leaking?
🔨Is there damage to your property that you cannot fix yourself?

For more information, visit ses.nsw.gov.au/contact

Central Inland NSW Severe weather Monitor Conditions- Advice The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONI...
02/03/2026

Central Inland NSW Severe weather
Monitor Conditions- Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS for forecast
heavy rainfall, Flash flooding:

-Orange
-Yass
-Parkes
-Young
-West Wyalong
-Bathurst

What are we expecting?
The Bureau of Meteorology advises tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low situated over the Riverina, resulting in a broad rainband. The low is moving slowly eastward and is forecast to be over the eastern Riverina by Tuesday morning, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for parts of the Riverina,
Central West Slopes and Plains, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes and Southern
Tablelands. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are possible.

The risk of HEAVY RAINFALL is forecast to ease Tuesday morning.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to
https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

What you need to do:
Avoid unnecessary travel, move indoors, bring children and pets with you.
Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
If safe to do so, secure or put away items, such as outdoor furniture, trampolines and
roofing iron that could blow around in strong winds. Grab your emergency kit in case you lose power or need to leave your home.

For more information:
Listen to your local ABC radio station which can be found at reception.abc.net.au
Download the Hazards Near Me app and set your watch zones to get warning information for your areas.

Follow us on social media
or visit our website at www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Check latest weather and warnings at Bureau of Meteorology
Check road closures at www.livetraffic.com.au or 132 701 or your local Council.
Check disruptions to public transport at Transport Infoline on www.transportnsw.info/alerts or call the 131 500
Find more information on power outages at
www.energy.nsw.gov.au/households/guides
and-helpful-advice/electricity-supply-disruptions/what-do-during-electricity
For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on
In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Southern Inland NSW severe weatherStay indoorsWatch and ActThe NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to ST...
02/03/2026

Southern Inland NSW severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to intense rainfall, flash flooding:

- Wagga Wagga
- Griffith

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low in the far southwest of the state, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. This system is moving slowly eastward and is forecast to be over the eastern Riverina by Tuesday morning, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.

Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible over eastern parts of the Riverina, South West Slopes and Southern Tablelands overnight. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 90 mm are possible.

The risk of HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL is forecast to ease throughout during Tuesday morning.

Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/4vHIk1

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 5:42pm on Monday 2nd March 2026.

02/03/2026

Are you ? 🌧️⛈️ With storm and flood season upon us, it’s important to stay informed and prepared. Watch this video to learn simple steps you can take to protect your family, home, and community.
✅ Have an emergency plan
✅ Keep your emergency kit stocked
✅ Stay up to date with local warnings Let’s work together to keep safe!

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