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NSW SES Hornsby Unit

Locality: Thornleigh, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 132500

Address: 33 Sefton Road 2120 Thornleigh, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au

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24.01.2022 --- SEVERE WEATHER WARNING --- for DAMAGING WINDS and DAMAGING SURF Issued at 10:25 pm Sunday, 9 August 2020.... DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with gusts in excess of 90 km/h, are still affecting parts of the Illawarra and the Sydney Metropolitan area. The winds may ease somewhat this later evening or overnight before strengthening again Monday morning on the Sydney and Hunter coastal fringe, then extending to the Mid North Coast in the afternoon. DAMAGING SURF, with waves exceeding 5 metres in the surf zone, may lead to significant beach erosion along coastal parts of the South Coast, Illawarra, Sydney Metropolitan and Central Coast regions, extending north to about Smoky Cape on Monday. The Severe Weather Warning from earlier today is still active. #HornsbySES received 3 calls for assistance this evening, all relating to fallen trees blocking traffic along Old Northern Rd at different locations in Glenorie, Dural, and Castle Hill. One team has promptly attended to all of the calls and are headed home for the night. For EMERGENCY assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

23.01.2022 HAPPY NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK! National Volunteer Week is the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers. Here’s to all the volunteers across Australia who work all year round to protect us at our most vulnerable. Whatever the challenges we might face - bushfires, floods, storms, or a global pandemic.... We thank you for saving lives and protecting communities. Share your video or photo of thanks during May and tag NSW SES and use the hashtag #thankyouNSWSES #WearOrangeWednesday #WOWDay

23.01.2022 It was a windy Easter weekend that brought along some Easter eggs and unexpectedly blew some trees lop-sided. #HornsbySES volunteers hopped along to 15 jobs over the long weekend around the Hornsby Shire. The jobs were mainly snapped tree branches impacting footpaths/roads and fallen trees cracking tiles. Our teams are eggs-ercising social distancing at all times before, during, and after jobs. Don't be alarmed if you see us wearing more personal protective gear than usua...l. We are taking extra precautions like these so that our Unit is able to continue supporting the community during storms, floods, and tsunami. We appreciate your assistance during this time.

23.01.2022 Operational Update: 30 November 23:00 Over the past 2 days, #HornsbySES has attended to 55 requests for assistance, mostly relating to trees/branches falling blocking access, with a high number also impacting power lines. As a result of this weather event, NSW SES received close to 1,500 calls across the state, with almost 800 of them coming from the Sydney Metropolitan.... A huge thanks to the public for slowing down when they've seen the flashing red and blue lights, keeping our volunteers safe while they work to help the community. For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000). #winddamage #SlowTo40

21.01.2022 --- SEVERE WEATHER WARNING --- for DAMAGING WINDS and DAMAGING SURF Issued at 10:51 am Sunday, 26 July 2020.... A low pressure system that formed off the southern Queensland coast is deepening and heading south towards the New South Wales coast. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are likely to develop along the coastal fringe of the South Coast on Monday morning, before extending north towards Illawarra coast during the day, reaching the Sydney coast and possibly up to the Central Coast later in the evening. VERY HEAVY SURF which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion with wind-driven large sea waves is also possible on Monday, especially in the south-facing surf zones. Beach conditions in these areas could be dangerous and people should stay well away from the surf and surf exposed areas. Locations which may be affected include #Sydney, #Wollongong, #BatemansBay, #Eden, #MoruyaHeads and #Merimbula. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles 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. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * 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. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. For EMERGENCY assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

21.01.2022 Operational Update: 20 February 23:00 #Hornsby #SES have received 170 requests for assistance since the beginning of this current weather event with 32 (19%) outstanding. Our crews have been out all day and night with assistance form out of area #SES crews and Fire Rescue NSW. ... Some areas may still have power lines down. Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. If you no longer require assistance please remember to cancel your job by calling 132 500. Please report fallen power lines to your energy distributor and ensure power is disconnected so that crews can start work. For EMERGENCY assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

19.01.2022 THE WET WEATHER CONTINUES! In addition to the DAMAGING WINDS and VERY HEAVY SURF from today, HEAVY RAINFALL is possible along central and southern parts of the coast and adjacent ranges tonight and Monday morning, which may lead to localised flash flooding. Do not drive, ride or walk through flood water. ... #HornsbySES received 10 calls for assistance today from various suburbs from Berowra Heights across to Cherrybrook, featuring leaking roofs and running water entering homes. Pictured in this post is a job where water from a broken pipe was gushing across driveways and into adjacent houses. The team unblocked drains, laid sandbags, and dug a channel to divert the water into a nearby collection. There are currently 2 teams still out attending several jobs that were received within the last 2 hours. Teams will resume again tomorrow morning. For EMERGENCY assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

19.01.2022 The NSW SES is monitoring the ever changing situation in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety and well-being of our members, and the wider community is our highest priority. The NSW SES is implementing a number of measures to ensure the continuity of our operations and support our volunteers.... Following advice from NSW Health, participation in non-essential community events, large meetings and ceremonies will be suspended. Volunteer training will be scaled back, but essential training will continue to maintain operational readiness. The NSW SES will continue to support communities become better prepared for severe weather events, and respond to communities in need over the coming months. When calling for emergency help during floods and storms, the NSW SES may ask you for additional information, including whether you are currently in isolation or have cold / flu symptoms so our volunteers can take additional safety precautions. We appreciate your assistance during this time. #NSWSES #covid19

19.01.2022 #Hornsby NSW SES receive two new vehicles. Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliot and NSW SES Commissioner Carlene York today handed the keys to a brand new Light Storm Vehicle and General Purpose vehicle to volunteers at Hornsby SES. The NSW State Emergency Service's fleet replacement program has been funded by the government with a record $56.4M funding over four years. The program will ensure NSW SES volunteers are well equipped, well trained and well pre...pared to respond to floods, storms and rescues wherever they might occur. The vehicles will be a very much welcomed addition to the unit, especially as we ‘Get Ready’ for Storm Season said Deputy Unit Commander Chris Mawn. The NSW SES provides services to the community through the dedication and commitment of more than 9,500 volunteers. Each volunteer Unit uses equipment and vehicles, owned and managed by the NSW SES. To deliver on the NSW SES Mission, NSW SES Saving Lives and Protecting Communities, the provision of safe and reliable assets is crucial.

18.01.2022 Remember - If it's flooded, forget it!

17.01.2022 HAPPY EASTER! While you sit back and enjoy your hot cross buns today, take a few moments to plan for the long weekend. Is your roof in good repair? ... Take the time this weekend to fix any damage to your roof including broken or missing tiles and any leaks. Clean your gutters, downpipes and drains regularly to prevent blockages and water pooling in your roof space. Hop to it: http://bit.ly/2xJYae1 Photos: Tree on roof in Beecroft from today's winds. One of the many jobs received today in the Hornsby Shire. #stayhome #beprepared #GetReady

16.01.2022 Thunderstorm Forecast Issued at 10:46 am Sunday, 20 September 2020, valid until midnight on Monday, 21 September 2020. Severe Thunderstorms are now possible late this afternoon and evening for the Sydney Metropolitan area. If storms develop and become severe, warnings will be issued at: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings ... Prepare now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000). Note: this is a forecast map, not to be confused with a Severe Weather Warning Map (they look similar!) #GetReady #StormSeason

16.01.2022 This ANZAC Day we recognise and appreciate the actions of all our servicemen and women. #NSWSES developed out of Civil Defence, with many of our founding members across the service being ex-military. We would 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. #LestWeForget #volunteers #ANZACDay #HornsbySES

15.01.2022 Our old faithful HBY37 retires today - you would have probably seen her out and about in the Hornsby Shire over the years. But don't worry, we are very excited to receive our brand new GEN 4 Light Storm Vehicle - HBY31!

14.01.2022 Season's Greetings This is certainly not the Christmas that we had planned. We have all been impacted one way or another by the COVID-19 global pandemic, some more than others. The great thing about this community of ours, is that we band together during tough times. All the members at Hornsby SES would like to wish everyone from the Hornsby Shire a very Merry Christmas. Stay safe and enjoy this festive period with loved ones in the best way that you can.

14.01.2022 #HornsbySES aims to acknowledge all the hard work our members do, within #NSWSES and in their daily lives. We would like to proudly congratulate SES Local Commander (Upper North Shore & Capability Units) and full-time Firefighter Anthony Northbrook-Hine (Tony Hine) who received a Australian Group Bravery Citation as well as an individual Bravery Award for the delicate rescue of an injured and trapped construction worker on the 29th of October 2004. Emergency crews were called... to a building site in Castle Hill where a worker was trapped in a collapsed three-metre deep trench. Tony entered the dangerous trench to assess the situation where he stayed with the injured person for over two hours. Tony used a trenching tool to dig despite the threat of further caving in, while emergency services worked together until the construction worker was removed to safety. Thank you Tony for your service and consistent hard work in both @NSW SES and @FRNSW. We also wish to thank and congratulate all persons who assisted with the rescue for their commendable efforts.

14.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Metropolitan and parts of Hunter Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:58 pm Thursday, 8 October 2020.... GUSTY STORMS THROUGH THE METRO AND CENTRAL COAST Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Cessnock, Sydney, Parramatta, Wyong, The Entrance, Woy Woy, Wollombi and Kulnura. #GetReady now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors and away from windows If severe thunderstorms develop in Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong or surrounding areas, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area. For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

13.01.2022 Thunderstorm Forecast Issued at 5:40 am Friday, 25 September 2020, valid until midnight on Friday, 25 September 2020. It feels like #StormSeason has well and truly begun already!... There is a chance of thunderstorms around the Sydney Metropolitan, mostly during the late afternoon or evening. The coldest weather is expected on Friday and Saturday, when daytime temperatures may drop more than 4-8 degrees below average for many locations. The recent warmer temperatures and gusty winds in excess of 90 km/h will make conditions feel even colder. #GetReady now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

12.01.2022 #Hornsby NSW SES today attended the NSW Bushfire Memorial Service and paid tribute to those that lost their life during their fires including 3 members of NSW Rural Fire Service, 3 members of the US Firefighting Aircrew and the 18 community members.

11.01.2022 Volunteers from NSW SES Hornsby Unit have been attending to more than 30 calls for assistance following strong winds since early this morning causing trees to fall on roads, power lines, homes, and buildings all around the Hornsby Shire. Winds are expected to continue until this evening. Unfortunately this trampoline was picked up and blown into a backyard swimming pool in Berowra today. This is a good reminder to secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and... balcony. These items can potentially become flying hazards to your home or neighbours' homes. If you require emergency assistance during storms and floods, contact the NSW SES on 132 500. If life threatening, call Triple Zero (000). Photo credit: Kristy Ca

09.01.2022 In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.... We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. John McCrae (1915) Lest We Forget

09.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in various regions of NSW including Metropolitan. Warning issued by the BOM at 1:47pm Fri 13 Nov ... Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hail in the warning area over the next several hours. #GetReady now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors and away from windows For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

08.01.2022 THE WET WEATHER CALMS It has been an eventful past 3 days since the low pressure system hit the East Coast of NSW. As conditions continue to ease, the Severe Weather Warning has been cancelled. The Hornsby Unit was one of the busiest in the Sydney Metropolitan, receiving 27 calls for assistance over the 3 days, mostly around the suburbs of Berowra Heights and Cherrybrook. The jobs included 14 leaking roofs, 9 fallen trees on roads, driveways, or roofs, and 4 water floodi...ng into homes. On the busiest day with 16 calls received (Sunday), #HornsbySES had 3 teams in the field and 1 team running operations (10 volunteers in total). Our thoughts are with those communities who are currently still affected by the wild weather, particularly around the South Coast and Central Coast regions.

08.01.2022 Updated at 3:32pm. Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Metropolitan and parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts.... Updated warning issued by the BOM at 3:32 pm Friday, 20 November. Updated Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Cessnock, Maitland, Penrith, Parramatta, Batemans Bay and Moruya Heads. #GetReady now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors and away from windows For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

07.01.2022 Thirty volunteers from the Hornsby Unit and NSW SES Bush Search and Rescue Unit assisted the Police with a search through difficult terrain for a missing bushwalker in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park last night, into the small hours of this morning. Additional teams were called off prior to commencing the search again this morning, with a successful find of the missing person safe and well by the Police. Thank you to members of the public for their concern.

04.01.2022 Today we celebrate International Women's Day and acknowledge the amazing women in our community. One such amazing member is Ingrid, who is a Team Leader in the field, in addition to looking after new members through onboarding and training. Ingrid helps to build the friendship and fun aspects of being a volunteer at the Hornsby Unit. #EachforEqual #IWD2020 #InternationalWomensDay2020

04.01.2022 HORNSBY HELPS: BIGGER FLOODING IN BEGA As a seasoned In-Water Flood Technician and recent transfer to #HornsbySES, Phillip F, is no stranger to swift water. Over a 5-day deployment, Phillip joined two other volunteers from NSW SES Bankstown Unit as part of a group of 5 Flood Rescue and 5 Storm teams assigned to the South Coast from the Sydney Metropolitan Zone. Phillip's team monitored the rising river around Bega on Saturday at 2-hourly intervals throughout the night, as the... automatic gauges were faulty. On Sunday, the team was moved to northern Moruya to survey the local area, as the extremely high river levels threatened to isolate the town. Aside from a small evacuation on the main street, the Moruya River luckily didn't show its full force. By Monday, the team was moved to Ulladulla to conduct rain gauge reconnaissance and take photos around the three lakes in the area. "Driving through towns like Mogo, it was a little surreal to see water flowing freely through empty blocks, as businesses that were once there had been fire-ravaged and removed by the recent bushfires," Phillip said. Over 40 flood rescues were undertaken across the state during the entire severe weather event which lasted from the 5th to 12th August. #NSWSES #SouthCoastFloods #ifitsfloodedforgetit

03.01.2022 Recently 38 members of the #Hornsby NSW SES spent a full weekend in the Hunter region 'sharpening' their chainsaw skills to #getready for #stormseason. Faciliated by 12 trainers and 5 assessors, Hornsby now have an additonal 13 chainsaw qualified operators and an additional 4 Chainsaw Fellers! This was all made possible thanks to the dedication of our volunteers who spent many, many hours organising a safe and enjoyable training event. Do you see yourself in Orange? Learn more about Volunteering with the NSW SES at: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/

02.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day to our all mums, and especially to those who are apart from us during this period. Our volunteers could not do what they do without the support of family and loved ones.

01.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in parts of Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and Central Tablelands Forecast Districts. Warning issued by the BOM at 2:19 pm Friday, 20 November.... Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Penrith, Wollombi, Kulnura, Springwood and Bilpin. #GetReady now by: Moving your car under cover or away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard and balcony Staying at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines Keeping children & pets indoors and away from windows For emergency assistance due to storms call the #NSWSES on 132 500. If life-threatening, call triple zero (000).

01.01.2022 R U OK? A conversation could change a life. If you feel like something’s not quite the same with someone you know there’s something going on in their life or you notice a change in what they’re saying or doing - trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them Are you OK? You don’t have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says they’re not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before they’re in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. Learn what to say at www.ruok.org.au

01.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 will be held across Australia from 8 15 November, celebrating the achievements, history and culture of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme is [Always Was, Always Will Be](https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/2020-theme) recognising that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. In NSW SES, we have over 350 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members. We recognise the diversity o...f Aboriginal cultures and peoples, and appreciate the specialist knowledge and experience they share with the Service and with the wider community. We encourage members to learn about and connect with Aboriginal organisations and communities by joining NAIDOC celebrations online or in your local area. Find out about [NAIDOC week events happening across NSW and across Australia](https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events). The Hornsby Unit is proud to serve the traditional owners of the Shire, the Aboriginal people of the Darug and Guringai language groups, and to support the celebration of Aboriginal history and culture in the Shire.