Cummins State Emergency Service in Cummins, South Australia | Community organisation

Cummins State Emergency Service

Locality: Cummins, South Australia

Phone: +618682 6746

Address: 29 Hayman Dr 5631 Cummins, SA, Australia

Website: https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/about-us/our-units/cummins-unit/

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23.01.2022 Storms, floods and heat can impact all of us, whether we are at home, at work wherever you are. Remember, if you need us, call 132 500. Our volunteers are alw...ays here for you24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Keep up-to-date with the weather in SA by visiting the Bureau of Meteorology website and visit our website for tips to be prepared. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/

16.01.2022 If you are heading out today, be COVID safe. Please remember: Keep 1.5 metres from others whenever and wherever possible. Wear a mask when you can’t physi...cally distance (such as at the shops). If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, even if mild, get tested and stay home while you await your results.

16.01.2022 WE ARE IN LOCKDOWN FROM MIDNIGHT South Australia will be locked down for six days as of midnight tonight. People will be restricted from going outside of... their homes only one person per household will be able to leave the home each day, but only for specific purposes. The South Australian Premier Steven Marshall says the measures are a necessary circuit breaker to allow for a contact tracing blitz on cases linked to the Parafield cluster. There have been two new cases of coronavirus cases in SA, both linked to the Parafield cluster. There are now 22 cases directly linked to the cluster and a further seven suspected cases. SA Health authorities say they are at a critical stage in their investigation and are urging anyone who went to, or ordered takeaway from the Woodville Pizza Bar between 6 and 16 November to immediately self-quarantine and get tested for coronavirus. The Chief Public Health Officer Nicola Spurrier says the particular strain of the virus is breeding very, very rapidly with a short incubation period of about 24 hours, and with infected people showing only minimal symptoms. Professor Spurrier says authorities have acted to shut down the community, because waiting any longer would see South Australians incur similar lockdowns to Victoria. From midnight the following facilities will be closed: All schools, except for those servicing children of essential workers and vulnerable children Takeaway food Universities Pubs, cafes, coffee shops and food courts Elective surgery, except for urgent operations and cancer treatment Open inspections and auctions All outdoor sport or physical activity Construction industry Factories other than food and medical products Other restrictions will include: FIFO work will be stopped for six days Regional travel is not approved Aged care and disability residential facilities will be in lockdown Holiday homes will not be available for lease or rental Wedding and funerals will be banned for six days Masks will be required in all areas outside of the home Exercise will not be available outside of the home The following services are considered essential and will remain open Water power and telecommunication Supermarkets, but they will be limited in terms of access Medical including mental health, supplies and access to services Public transport Airport and freight services including courier services Petrol stations, access to financial institutions and postal services Essential parts of mining, smelting and large factories Childcare but only for families of essential workers Veterinary services and Agricultural workers

14.01.2022 ***UPDATE***: We understand there are several questions that you may have right now. Please read the dot points below that outline what has been announced today.... As soon as the new direction is finalised, updates will be provided. Until such time, we can only provide the information already included in this post. We thank you for your patience. We are working hard to get this information to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your questions and your patience in relation to the current COVID-19 Stay at Home Direction. This sudden change in Direction is based upon new information that we have received in relation to the Parafield Cluster. We understand this may cause some confusion and we'll endeavour to provide you with information as it becomes available. Our actions have been based upon health advice to ensure the safety of the South Australian community and we thank the public for their support and patience during this period. Here is what we can tell you: As of 12pm today, Friday 20 November 2020 exercise outside of your home with members of your household is permitted. Masks are not mandatory but are encouraged. Schools will re-open on Monday 23 November 2020. We will continue to review all Directions with the aim to open the borders to VIC on 1 December as originally planned and further open our state by reducing restrictions. As of 12:01am on Sunday 22 November (Midnight Saturday) we will revert back to similar restrictions that were in place on Monday 16 November 2020. This includes: 1 person per 4 square metres will apply. No dancing or vertical consumption. Updated gathering provision numbers being: Onsite purchase and consumption of food and beverages- 100 people maximum and no more than 10 people at each table. Funerals- 50 people maximum Weddings- 150 people maximum and registration of all guests with SA Health Religious ceremonies (not including a wedding or funeral)- 100 people maximum Private gatherings- 50 people maximum Private residence- 10 people per house (unless more than 10 people permanently reside at the residence) All food and beverages will need to be consumed while seated. Personal care workers will need to wear masks. Gyms are permitted to reopen. We appreciate that there is a lot to understand as things are changing. Please stay connected to this page and the www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/ website as we work on the new Direction and update all information as quickly as possible.

14.01.2022 Can you feel that summer is right around the corner? We’ve got some hot weather on the way in South Australia, so let’s take action to prepare and be safe: - Se...rvice your air conditioner by cleaning or replacing its air filters according to the manufacturer’s instructions, so it’s working before you need it. - Prepare a cool room in your house using air conditioning, fans, curtains and blinds. - Plan your days to avoid going out during the hottest part of the day. - Know if members of your family, friends or neighbours are at particular risk in the heat and make a plan to check on them regularly. And, when it is hot, remember to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and take steps to keep cool, such as wearing loose light-coloured clothing and using cool packs. Don’t forget your petsmake sure they have plenty of water as well! For more tips on how to be prepared for hot weather, visit our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/heatwave/

14.01.2022 UPDATE: The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for DAMAGING WINDS for the Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula..., Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, North West Pastoral and parts of the West Coast, Flinders, Riverland, Murraylands and Upper South East districts. Hot and windy ahead of a gusty southwesterly cooler change over western Eyre Peninsula extending eastwards, reaching Yorke Peninsula and Eastern Eyre Peninsula this evening, and the Mid North and Mount Lofty Ranges districts around midnight or in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Stay indoors and away from windows when conditions are severe, and don’t forget to bring pets inside to keep them safe! For SES assistance, call 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately. For more information, visit http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDS21037.shtml

12.01.2022 Have the trees around your home been shedding leaves over the last couple of months? If so, you might want to check that your gutters haven’t started looking li...ke this. Take the opportunity this long weekend to clear your gutters, downpipes and drains to prevent blockages, which will reduce the potential damage caused by storms. It’ll be good timing too if you can clear them out before the rain on Sunday! Stay prepared for storms by taking steps like this. You can find more tips on our website. Remember, if you need us, give us a call on 132 500. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/storm.jsp

11.01.2022 Did you know that the SES has a fleet of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA)otherwise known as dronesacross the state that takes searching for missing people and ...evidence, damage assessments and 3D mapping to new heights? Join Jayme, our Chief Remote Pilot, this Thursday in a free webinar as he presents the journey for SES to become licenced to conduct RPA operations and how the technology is being utilised. For more information and to register for the webinar, visit https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20220

11.01.2022 The Cummins State Emergency Service is hosting a Volunteer Information Session on Wednesday 21 October from 7-8pm. So, if you’re unable to make it to the Open D...ay, why not reserve a place for this session? You’ll learn about how you can help the community, meet new people and learn new skills. There’s only 20 spots, so reserve a spot today! https://www.facebook.com/events/4286104881459510

09.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for DAMAGING WINDS for the Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula and parts... of the West Coast and North West Pastoral districts. Secure or put away loose items around your property, so they don’t fly away and cause damage to your property or your neighbour’s property. For SES assistance, call 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately. For more information, visit http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDS21037.shtml

09.01.2022 Thought about volunteering for the SES but not sure if there’s a position for you? If you’re in the Cummins area on Sunday 18 October between 10am and 4pm, you ...can come along to the Cummins SES Unit Open Day and find out! Learn about how the SES use drones and the role our volunteers play in areas such as vertical rescue, specialist search and large animal rescue. Looking for more information? Visit our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//18/cummins_ses_unit_open_day.jsp

08.01.2022 Thought about volunteering for the SES but not sure if there’s a position for you? There are many different roles and positions available to volunteers at the SASES, including operational and non-operational roles. Whether it’s securing damaged buildings and structures; rescuing injured or trapped people due to storms, floods and weather events; assisting with communications and logistics during emergencies; providing business and administration support; community engagement;... and so much more, you’ll find yourself a place in the SES family. Come and see us at the Cummins SES Open Day Sunday 18th October 10am-4pm Haywood Drive Cummins

06.01.2022 In the lead up to International Men’s Day this Thursday, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the men at the SA State Emergency Service. They will share some of... the highlights of being an SES volunteer as well as what they would say to others out there who are thinking about joining the SES. Say hello to Desmond, a volunteer at the Sturt SES Unit. Enlisting in the SASES was possibly the best decision I made since my wife and I moved to SA last year. The SASES provided me with an opportunity to learn and understand the Australian culture through engagement with unit members and with the community at large. There is a great sense of camaraderie and partnership between members and the same is awarded to new members creating a very inclusive and welcoming environment. Desmond says to others out there thinking about joining the SES that there are opportunities to network, upskill and review skills, engage and interact with the community, increase social inclusion, develop a new sense of purpose and motivation, build self-confidence and self-esteem, and much more!

06.01.2022 Total Fire Bans have been declared for Tuesday 10 November 2020 in the following Fire Ban Districts: Northwest Pastoral - Severe West Coast - Severe Eastern Eyr...e Peninsula - Severe Lower Eyre Peninsula - Severe Yorke Peninsula - Extreme Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow. The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan. FIRE DANGER RATING Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire. Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Severe, well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire. If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option. In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions. Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight. Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions. For further information contact the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au

05.01.2022 Cummins SES unit is seeking a motivated, self-directed and engaging individual to build and lead the Unit into the future. Please note this is a volunteer position. Please see the Expressions of Interest below, for further information please contact District Officer SASES Paxton Barr.

02.01.2022 It’s normal to feel worried during times of uncertainty. If you need talk to someone about how you are feeling, please reach out to our network of specialist se...rvices who are here to help. Visit our COVID-19 Mental Health support web portal for resources, including online chat services, and more information: www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/COVID19MentalHealthSupport.