TAS SES - Sorell Unit

27/05/2026

Police have received reports of water on the roads in the St Helens area, including the Tasman Highway and Atlas Drive.

Motorists are urged to:
• Slow down and drive with caution
• Put your headlights on
• Look out for hazards on the roads, and
• Never drive through a flooded road.

26/05/2026

Tasmania SES has issued a Storm Advice for the Furneaux Islands, North East and East Coast Forecast Districts.

The Bureau of Meteorology are forecasting heavy rainfall which may lead to Flash Flooding for parts of North East and East Coast Tasmania from early tomorrow (Wednesday, 27 May) morning.

Tasmania SES is ready to respond if needed, but we ask the public to be prepared and stay informed.

Be prepared:
• Supervise children closely.
• Beware of hazardous driving conditions.
• Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters.
• Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
• Manage pets and livestock.

Visit www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice on preparing for heavy rainfall.

Stay informed:
• SES Flood and Storm Warnings at TasALERT.com and on the TasALERT app
• Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice.
• Weather information and warnings at bom.gov.au
• Road closures at police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts

In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000) and for SES assistance call 132 500.

20/05/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week and we’re saying thank you to all our Tasmania SES volunteers who assist us and the community.

Our Sorell SES Unit has had a busy year responding to storm events, assisting with road crash rescue support, and providing general emergency assistance in their local community.

They’ve also been out and about in the community, running and attending community events, visiting schools, and taking part in training exercises that strengthen how they work together when it matters most.

The unit has now celebrated three years since their establishment, and in that time, they’ve grown into a capable and reliable team, guided by unit managers with strong leadership, fresh direction and a positive culture.

The volunteers have consistently stepped up to support others, balancing commitments, with reliability and dedication and a shared aim of making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Their presence in the community provides reassurance that there is a capable and trained team ready to assist when emergencies unfold.

If you’re considering joining Tasmania SES, the members absolutely encourage you to take the step. They say that volunteering with SES is incredibly rewarding and that you gain practical skills, build confidence, and form strong friendships with like-minded people. They say it gives you a real sense of purpose, knowing you’re making a difference when people need it most.

To learn more about volunteering with Tasmania SES, visit ses.tas.gov.au/volunteer

12/05/2026

07/05/2026

🟠🟠 Wear Orange Wednesday is almost here!

WOW Day is all about showing appreciation for the incredible volunteers of Tasmania SES. Join us in saying thank you by wearing orange on Wednesday, 20 May.

📸 Snap a photo in your best orange outfit and tag us Tasmania SES

06/05/2026

**"Update @ 9.50pm***

The scene is now clear thanks everyone.

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Updated @ 3.50pm:

Police are at the scene of a single truck crash on Woodsdale Road at Runnymede, just past the fire station.

A trailer which was being towed by the truck flipped, and a quantity of diesel has leaked onto the roadway.

Woodsdale Road is currently closed at Tasman Highway and Cutting Crass Road.

Motorists are asked to divert through Buckland until the scene is cleared.

No injuries have been reported.

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Earlier:

Police are responding to reports of a single truck crash on Woodsdale Road at Runnymede, just past the fire station.

A trailer which was being towed by the truck has flipped, and a quantity of diesel is leaking onto the roadway.

Motorists are asked to take an alternate route until the scene is cleared.

No injuries have been reported.

03/05/2026

Sorell SES taking RCR training to the extreme! 🚗💥

This weekend we had the privilege of hosting a Southern Region Road Crash Rescue course, bringing together members from across the southern region for an introduction to Road Crash Rescue.

During the intensive hands-on weekend, crews were put to the test in multiple challenging scenarios, giving them the knowledge and skills they need to perform their roles safely in the real world. Training like this keeps our skills sharp so we’re ready to perform when it matters most. 💪

Massive congratulations to all the members on the course for doing such an amazing job across the weekend when faced with the challenging, complex scenarios. 👏

Real vehicles are essential for this type of training. Without them, we simply can’t continue to train new members or build and improve our rescue capability. 🛠️🚗

Got an old car in the Sorell area taking up space?
Have you considered donating it for Road Crash Rescue training?
Every vehicle that’s donated helps us improve our skills.
We can arrange free collection, just send us a message to get started!

28/04/2026

28/04/2026

**Updated @ 12.20pm: Cole Street at Sorell has now re-opened.
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Earlier:

Cole Street at Sorell is currently closed from the intersection of Station Lane, Gordon Street and Woolworths while Tasmania Fire Service investigates a potential gas leak at a business in the area.

People are asked to avoid the area until further notice.