NSW SES - Tumut Unit

17/06/2026

❄️⛰️ Best of luck to our members heading into the high country! ⛰️❄️

This weekend, four members from the Tumut Unit will make the trip over the mountains to Jindabyne to undertake Part 1 of the NSW SES Alpine Search Operator Course (ASOC).

The course is the beginning of an intensive training pathway that develops the specialist skills required to safely search for and support operations in alpine and remote environments. Following this initial phase, our members will return home and spend the next month putting those skills into practice across our own mountain regions, undertaking multiple field exercises and training periods before returning for formal assessment in late July.

The Alpine Search Operator capability plays an important role in supporting lost person searches and operations in some of the most challenging terrain and weather conditions our state has to offer. The commitment required goes well beyond a single weekend, with many hours spent training, refining skills and preparing both physically and mentally.

We are incredibly proud of the dedication shown by these members, who continue to volunteer their time to build specialist capabilities that ultimately benefit our local communities and the wider NSW SES family.

We wish them every success over the coming weeks and will certainly be thinking of them while the rest of us are tucked up warmly in bed! 🥶🏔️

Good luck team – train hard and stay safe! 💙🧡

10/06/2026

Weekly Training Night – Tumut SES

Tonight, Tumut SES members conducted a realistic rescue scenario on the banks of the river, involving the retrieval of a simulated casualty suffering a fractured leg after falling on the rocky shoreline.

Members established rope systems to safely access and secure the casualty, before packaging the patient in a basket stretcher and coordinating a controlled recovery from the water’s edge with a high angle redirection.

The exercise focused on patient care, rope rescue techniques, stretcher operations, communication and teamwork in a challenging night-time , wet and cold, environment.

Training in realistic conditions helps ensure our volunteers are prepared for the incidents we may face across our region, where difficult terrain, darkness and remote locations can quickly complicate what might otherwise seem like a simple rescue.

A big thank you to everyone who gave up their evening to train and continue developing these vital skills.

Volunteers training tonight, ready for when our community needs us.

27/05/2026

INVERTED VEHICLE RESCUE TRAINING 🚨

Tonight, NSW SES Tumut Unit members trained in advanced Road Crash Rescue techniques involving an inverted vehicle with two trapped casualties suspended upside down in their seatbelts.

The exercise focused on safe stabilisation, casualty access and complex extrication techniques from both the front and rear of the vehicle while working in a controlled but realistic environment. Members used a range of rescue methods and hydraulic equipment to safely remove both patients while maintaining scene safety and teamwork throughout the operation.

Training scenarios like this are critical for maintaining capability and ensuring our volunteers are prepared for real-world incidents across our community.

A great night of hands-on learning, communication and problem solving by all involved.

24/05/2026

Over the past few months, the NSW SES Tumut Unit has continued building its capabilities and strengthening the skills of our local volunteers.

We’re proud to congratulate two members who have recently qualified as Vertical Rescue Operators, along with several others who have completed training in Map and Navigation, Alpine Support and Flood Rescue (Land Based).

These courses take commitment, teamwork and many hours of training, and it’s great to see our members continuing to step up to support the community in all kinds of emergencies.

Behind every callout is a team of everyday locals giving up their time to help others — whether that’s out in the field, supporting searches, helping coordinate incidents, maintaining equipment, preparing catering, or simply being there when the community needs it most.

The SES isn’t just about storms and rescues — it’s about mateship, learning new skills, and being part of something that genuinely helps people.

We’re always looking for new members. Whether you want to get out on the tools, help with equipment and logistics, support the Incident Control Centre, assist with catering, or just lend a hand where needed, there’s a place for everyone in the unit.

If you’ve ever thought about joining, now’s a great time. Send us a message or comment below to find out more

03/05/2026

Overnight Land Search Shows the Dedication of SES Volunteers

At approximately 8:00 pm last night, 2 May, NSW SES Tumut Unit, alongside other NSW SES units, was requested to assist NSW Police with a land search for an elderly man who had gone missing while bushwalking.

With support from NSW SES volunteers from Khancoban and Wagga Wagga, crews responded to assist with the search and rescue operation.

The first arriving Tumut SES crew liaised with NSW Police, and with the assistance of NSW Police PolAir, the missing bushwalker’s location was identified.

Four Tumut SES volunteers, alongside a NSW Police officer, then made their way to the patient’s location.

Using a range of map and navigation skills, and after approximately 2 km of traversing dense bushland and partly along a track, volunteers were able to make contact with the man.

Due to the difficult terrain, crews used 60 metres of hand line to safely scramble down to his location before assisting with his extrication back to the command post.

Crews completed the job at around 3:00 am.

Thankfully, the man was located safe and well and was cleared by NSW Ambulance paramedics.

This incident highlights the diverse work NSW SES volunteers undertake, as well as the commitment of local volunteers who give up their nights, leave their families and work alongside other emergency services to help people in need.

The NSW SES is more than storms and floods.

Our volunteers are trained in a wide range of skills and play an important role in supporting our community during emergencies.

If you have ever thought about volunteering, learning new skills and being part of a dedicated team, now is a great time to join. We have roles for every skill you can bring, including catering, logistics, equipment maintenance, fleet management and outdoor field skills too.

Volunteers are ordinary people doing extraordinary things.

Find out more about joining NSW SES:
www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

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

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
- Yass

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 near the Victorian border, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. The low is forecast to move east today, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.

Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible today, most likely between Griffith and Yass this evening with isolated thunderstorm activity. 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/XeaeB1

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 12:28pm on Monday 2nd March 2026.

27/02/2026

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

Your call will be logged by our operations centre who will give you a reference number. Your request will then be forward onto the nearest SES unit for action.

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

25/02/2026

Severe thunderstorms with heavy rainfall, and possible large hail and damaging winds over southeast NSW including the ACT.

Weather Situation: A humid and unstable airmass combines with a trough of low-pressure to trigger thunderstorms across southeast New South Wales today.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding, and possible damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in the Australian Capital Territory and parts of the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, South Coast and Central Tablelands districts. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Goulburn, Braidwood, Mount Ginini, Captains Flat and Queanbeyan.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, and possible damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and parts of the Hunter, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Snowy Mountains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Riverina districts. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Goulburn, Bathurst, Katoomba, Yass and Braidwood.

A separate Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for parts of the Upper Western forecast district. Please check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for more information.

https://www.hazardwatch.gov.au/alert/1fd2b0f3-bb68-42ad-bf08-4942c083cc72

Safety advice
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* 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.

* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.

* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.

* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.

* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.

* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.

* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.

For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.

Warnings and alerts about significant weather events, to help save lives and property

15/01/2026

🌟 New Year, New You! 🌟

Looking for a way to make a real difference in 2026? Why not join the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) and become part of a team that helps communities when they need it most!

✅ Free Nationally Recognised Training provided – Learn valuable skills that last a lifetime
✅ Build lifelong friendships – Be part of a supportive team
✅ Endless opportunities to give back – Make a real impact in your community
✅ Learn essential emergency skills – Be ready when it matters
✅ Work alongside other Emergency Services – Collaborate and grow

We’re looking for volunteers aged 16+ for a variety of roles, including:
• Flood Rescue
• Storm Response
• Administration & Support Roles
• Community Engagement and more!

Ready to step up? Apply now:
👉 https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer
Or chat with your local SES Unit to find out how you can help.