NSW SES Uralla Unit

NSW SES Uralla Unit The NSW SES (New South Wales State Emergency Service) Uralla Unit is the local combat agency for floods, storms and tsunami.

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency, preparedness and response service dedicated to assisting the community of NSW. It is made up almost entirely of volunteers, with 229 units located throughout the state. The units comprise of approximately 10,000 volunteer members, who are easily identified by their distinctive orange overalls. While our core responsibilities are for flood, sto

rm and tsunami operations, the NSW SES also provides support to general rescue efforts in the State. This includes Road Crash Rescue (RCR), Vertical Rescue (VR), Urban Search and Rescue (USR), 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 also 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 assists other emergency services when they are performing major operations. These services include the NSW Police Force, the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW. The NSW SES also partners with local communities through Community Engagement programs like FloodSafe, StormSafe and TsunamiSafe. These programs are supported by strategies and resources, are delivered locally through a range of activities and events and are a priority for the NSW SES. The aim is to engage at-risk communities on preparedness, response and recovery measures so that there is no loss of life and impacts caused by these events are minimised. This in turn builds community resilience to floods, storms and tsunami. For further information visit the NSW SES website at http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/

Northern Tablelands snowPrepare nowAdviceThe NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to PREPARE NOW for snow, fo...
18/08/2025

Northern Tablelands snow
Prepare now
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to PREPARE NOW for snow, fog, ice, and frost:

- Guyra
- Glen Innes
- Uralla
- Walcha
- Armidale
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There is potential for snowfall down to 1000m overnight Monday into Tuesday morning.

What are we expecting?

The NSW SES advises these weather conditions may cause:

- Decreased visibility
- Extremely cold temperatures
- Trees to fall over
- Heavy or extended snow falls affecting roads and pathways
- Deteriorating driving conditions caused by snow drifts, heavy snow falls, ice, fog, frost and fallen trees
- Road closures caused by snow drifts, heavy snow falls, ice, fog, frost and fallen trees
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View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/AyP3QS

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 6:20pm on Monday 18th August 2025.

Northern Tablelands snowMonitor conditionsAdviceThe NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIO...
03/08/2025

Northern Tablelands snow
Monitor conditions
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the snow occurring at:

- Walcha
- Uralla
- Ebor
- Armidale
- Guyra
- Glen Innes
- Moonbi Ranges

What are we expecting?

The NSW SES advises these weather conditions may cause:

- Although the snow has melted there are still concerns with trees down, and icy conditions on the roads. We are aware of road closures still in place, when possible please drive with caution.
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View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/G22H8P

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 10:46am on Sunday 3rd August 2025.

Northern Tablelands snowStay near shelterWatch and ActThe NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY N...
02/08/2025

Northern Tablelands snow
Stay near shelter
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY NEAR SHELTER due to heavy snow, snow, fog, ice, and frost:

- Walcha
- Uralla
- Ebor
- Armidale
- Guyra
- Glen Innes
- Moonbi Ranges

Emergency services are responding
If you are in a vehicle, shelter in place
For local residents, please remain indoors and don't add to the congestion on the roads
Don't move vehicles unless advised by Emergency Services.

What are we expecting?

The NSW SES advises these weather conditions may cause:

- Significant snow falls have been observed, trees have fallen across roads and multiple accidents have been reported, with cars sliding off the road and blocking access.
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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/kroEN_

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 4:42pm on Saturday 2nd August 2025.

WEATHER ALERT issued at 7:21 pm Sunday, 27 January 2019.Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALLFor people in part...
27/01/2019

WEATHER ALERT issued at 7:21 pm Sunday, 27 January 2019.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL
For people in parts of Mid North Coast, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands 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. Locations which may be affected include Armidale, Glen Innes, Inverell, Bundarra, Ashford and Bendemeer.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Hunter district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Smallwoods Crossing (Nattai River, southwest of Camden) received 57mm of rainfall from a thunderstorm in 60 minutes from 3:45pm to 4:45pm.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 10:25 pm.

WEATHER ALERT issued at 2:34 pm Tuesday, 22 January 2019.Severe Thunderstorm Warningfor HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS a...
22/01/2019

WEATHER ALERT issued at 2:34 pm Tuesday, 22 January 2019.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES
For people in Northern Tablelands and parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:34 pm Tuesday, 22 January 2019.

Weather Situation:
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in the Northern Tablelands and parts of the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains and Central West Slopes and Plains districts. Locations which may be affected include Scone, Armidale, Tenterfield, Glen Innes, Inverell, Tamworth, Gunnedah, Narrabri, Coonabarabran, Tabulam, Dorrigo and Tambar Springs.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds over the next several hours in parts of the South West Slopes, Riverina and Snowy Mountains districts. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Albury, Tumbarumba, Cabramurra, Khancoban, Corowa, Holbrook and Lockhart.
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* 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 on 131 388, or Endeavour Energy on 131 003 or Essential Energy on 132 080, 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

The next warning is due to be issued by 5:35 pm.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

21/01/2019

WEATHER ALERT Issued at 1:33 pm Monday, 21 January 2019.

NSW Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Heavy Rain, Damaging Winds


Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Mid North Coast, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

Issued at 1:33 pm Monday, 21 January 2019.
SLOW-MOVING THUNDERSTORMS IN NSW

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Armidale, Glen Innes, Inverell, Emmaville, Tingha and Bundarra.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move your car under cover or away from trees.
* 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 on 131 388, or Endeavour Energy on 131 003 or Essential Energy on 132 080, 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.
* Unplug computers and appliances.
* Avoid using the phone during the storm.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

20/12/2018

Update: yesterday's storms have so far created over 1,800 requests for assistance statewide.

While they have brought much needed rain, the storms and wind have created a fair bit damage too. Our area has received over 200 calls for assistance with the majority being in Tamworth and Narrabri. Local crews have been working through the night and additional crews from surrounding areas have been deployed this morning to support the recovery operation.

We are still taking calls to assist with property damage from these storms on 132 500. If you do not get through immediately, please keep trying.

For life threatening emergencies, call 000

20/12/2018

Severe thunderstorms have impacted across NSW including the local area this evening with large hailstones resulting in significant damage to numerous properties.

More than 1000 jobs received so far this afternoon & evening and we appreciate your patience as we make contact with residents as quickly as possible.

If you are trying to place a call on 132 500 please be aware that there are currently significant delays to get through. Please be patient and keep trying. If your damage is minor, it might be better to wait till morning.

Calls are being answered as quickly as possible and we have teams in field now. If your situation is life threatening, please call 000

15/12/2018

The Bureau of Meteorology has now cancelled the flood watch for the Gwydir and Macintyre rivers with no significant rainfall recorded overnight.

Thunderstorms are still expected across northeast NSW today and tomorrow with the potential for these to become severe in the afternoons bringing burst of heavy rain, damaging winds and large hail.

The latest weather warnings can be found on the Bureau of Meteorology website http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/

Thank you for your prompt assistance over the years day or night no questions asked. Your kind and expert advice has bee...
11/07/2018

Thank you for your prompt assistance over the years day or night no questions asked. Your kind and expert advice has been truly appreciated. Rest In Peace, a true gentleman that will be missed by fellow Ses members in Uralla,family and friends and various other groups you volunteered your time in the community.

This ANZAC Day we recognise and appreciate the actions of all our servicemen and women. developed out of Civil Defence...
25/04/2018

This ANZAC Day we recognise and appreciate the actions of all our servicemen and women. developed out of Civil Defence, with many of our founding members across the service being ex-military.

We’d like to remind all Australians to not only reflect on the sacrifices made, but to offer support to all past and present defence personnel who may need it. beyondblue https://bit.ly/1QjHsC0

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