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NSW SES Official Facebook account of the NSW State Emergency Service. For emergency help in floods and storms, call 132 500. Please note this page is not monitored 24/7.

In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000). NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community. We are a diverse volunteer-based organisation that provides emergency assistance to the people of NSW all year round. NSW SES volunteers come from all walks of life, bringing with them many different skills, interests and backgrounds. They are united by the mission of saving lives and protecting communities.

A large tree blocked Elizabeth Street in Surry Hills this morning, prompting a 5am call to our volunteers to assist with...
02/09/2026

A large tree blocked Elizabeth Street in Surry Hills this morning, prompting a 5am call to our volunteers to assist with clearing the area 🌳

The team worked quickly to restore bus access ahead of the morning peak, but the road remained closed to general traffic for several hours.

With it being only 2 days into storm season, it’s a timely reminder of the dangers of fallen trees!

Well done to NSW SES City of Sydney for their huge effort this morning 👏

Spring has arrived and so has storm season - it's time to make sure you stay ahead of the storm! 💐☔️Storm-ready househol...
01/09/2026

Spring has arrived and so has storm season - it's time to make sure you stay ahead of the storm! 💐☔️

Storm-ready households start early. Before the next storm, take three simple steps to help protect yourself, your household and your property:

🔸 1. Prepare early
Choose one job to do this weekend, such as clearing your gutters, checking your roof or preparing your emergency kit.

🔸 2. Stay informed
Before the next warning, download Hazards Near Me NSW and know where to find trusted information.

🔸 3. Act safely
When severe weather arrives, follow official warnings and advice and make safety your priority.

Prepare early. Stay informed. Act safely.

Learn more: ses.nsw.gov.au/stormseason

Today, on Wear It Purple Day, our State Headquarters staff came together to proudly raise the rainbow flag in solidarity...
28/08/2026

Today, on Wear It Purple Day, our State Headquarters staff came together to proudly raise the rainbow flag in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+SB community, before sharing a morning tea 💜🏳️‍🌈

This year’s theme ‘Colours of Courage’ celebrates the many different forms of courage shown by LGBTQIA+SB young people, allies and communities every day.

NSW SES is committed to creating safe, inclusive environments for LGBTQIA+SB young people, with support for rainbow communities and the allies who choose to stand beside them 🌈

“Courage is not just expressed in big moments, but in everyday choices to live proudly and invite others into understanding, acceptance and celebration.”

It was a touch-down for the NSW Emergency Services on the weekend when they were celebrated and honoured as part of the ...
25/08/2026

It was a touch-down for the NSW Emergency Services on the weekend when they were celebrated and honoured as part of the Sydney Roosters Emergency Services round 🏈

NSW SES were proud to stand alongside their partner agencies on the field in recognition of the tireless work done by our first responders. Our volunteers also enjoyed engaging with footy-goers before kick-off!

A huge thank you to the Sydney Roosters, Wests Tigers and the NRL for their support and for making this incredible opportunity possible 👏

24/08/2026

Storm Season is just around the corner and it’s time for NSW residents to start preparing their homes to stay ahead of the storm! ⛈️☔️

Every year between September to April, the weather gets wilder and the potential for impact to your property increases.

Last Friday we launched our preparedness campaign to warn communities of the upcoming season and to encourage proactive steps to ensure your home is ready 🏡

Plan early. Prepare properly. Act safely.

🔗 Visit our website to learn more about how to plan and prepare for storms.

It’s a wet start to the week for parts of the state with severe thunderstorms possible ☔️ Widespread moderate rainfall i...
24/08/2026

It’s a wet start to the week for parts of the state with severe thunderstorms possible ☔️

Widespread moderate rainfall is forecast Monday to Wednesday morning, mainly along the ranges and western slopes on Tuesday.

For inland NSW and the ranges, localised heavy rainfall, flash flooding, damaging winds and large hail are all possible Tuesday before shifting along the northern coast and ranges on Wednesday.

Conditions are expected to settle late Wednesday or Thursday.

⚠️ A minor flood warning has been issued for Tumut River due to rainfall forecast from late Monday night into Tuesday.

🚗 Residents across the state are reminded to steer clear of floodwater. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Flash flooding can be dangerous and unpredictable. Stay vigilant.

📲 Stay across warnings using the Hazards Near Me app or head to the NSW SES website.

☎️ If you require assistance, call us on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

The search for Lily Hooper continues with more than 260 NSW SES members involved in the search over the past 7 days. NS...
19/08/2026

The search for Lily Hooper continues with more than 260 NSW SES members involved in the search over the past 7 days.

NSW SES continues to search alongside NSW Police Force and partner agencies, navigating the challenging terrain and dense bushland of Nattai National Park to help find Lily.

Emergency services remain fully integrated at the High Range Forward Command Post, maintaining a coordinated, persistent effort on the ground and in the air.

Lily was last seen wearing a shirt and shorts. Her vehicle has since been located near the Bonnum Pic Walking Trail, in the Nattai National Park.

⚠️ Anyone with information on Lily’s whereabouts, or anyone who may have walked the Bonnum Pic Walking Trail on Wednesday 12 August, is urged to contact Moss Vale Police Station 02 4869 7899 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A retired nurse at Parkes Residential Aged Care home was recently inspired by a visit from SES volunteers to keep doing ...
18/08/2026

A retired nurse at Parkes Residential Aged Care home was recently inspired by a visit from SES volunteers to keep doing what she has always done best: giving back to others 🧡

Laurel hand-knitted a whole lot of teddies for our volunteers to pass on to children facing emergencies - a heartwarming display of kindness and care that reflects her years of helping others as a fellow first responder 🧸

Her local NSW SES Parkes Unit received the generous donation and has shared them amongst SES units within their zone to keep on hand for any children in need. Teddies have already travelled as far as Tocumwal, Wagga Wagga, Forbes, Tumut, and Gundagai.

We’re sure so many children will find comfort in the hug of one of these teddies and we are very thankful for Laurel’s kind gesture 🙏

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Over two days, members crawled, climbed and descended through tight, dark caves at the annual Wellington Wombats exercis...
17/08/2026

Over two days, members crawled, climbed and descended through tight, dark caves at the annual Wellington Wombats exercise 🧗🏻‍♂️

More than 100 SES volunteers headed to Wellington Caves over the weekend, where they practiced rope systems, rigging, casualty management and rescue techniques in unfamiliar spaces.

“After 22 years responding with the SES, you might think you've seen it all, but caves are different and every scenario throws something new at you.” said Warringah Pittwater Unit volunteer Dave Cook.

Wellington Wombats has members travel from all over NSW to share what they know, learn from each other and go home better prepared for future rescue calls 💪

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