NSW SES Blacktown Unit in Blacktown | Emergency rescue service

NSW SES Blacktown Unit

Locality: Blacktown

Phone: +61 132500

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25.01.2022 DO YOU KNOW YOUR FLOOD RISK? Do you know what you would do in an emergency and you needed to leave? Educate yourself and protect the things you love by learning your risk below ... Know your risk: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/flood-resources//know-your-risk/ #knowyourrisk #protectthethingsyoulove #floods #floodrisk #educateyourself #NSWSES

25.01.2022 EMERGENCY SERVICES BLOOD CHALLENGE 2020 Our members continue to help the community as they roll up there sleeves to partake in the Emergency Services Blood Challenge! So far the Blacktown SES team have made 7 donations of blood/plasma at the Red Cross Blood Donation Centre at Parramatta which has helped save 21 lives across Australia. ... Are you ready to give? The Challenge has run from the 1st of June through to 31st August. Theres still time for you to roll up your sleeves, and get your blood pumping for those in need! For more information on how you can participate in the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood challenge click here https://www.donateblood.com.au/lifeblood/emergency-services NSW SES #EmergencyServicesBloodChallenge #Redcross #Redcrossblood #READYSETGIVE #NSWSES #Blooddonation #Volunteers #Lifeblood #AustralianRedCrossLifeBlood #Getyourbloodpumping

25.01.2022 THANK A FIRST RESPONDER DAY Join us on this special day to say a big THANK YOU to Our First Responders for all they do to protect, defend and care for our community every single day. This year it has become apparent just how much our first responders do to protect and care for us. With bushfires followed by floods, hailstorms and COVID-19 on top of the everyday business of house fires, car crashes and crime, 2020 has highlighted the incredible work of our first respond...ers. Thank you to our first responders! NSW SES, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW Police Force, Fire and Rescue NSW NSW Ambulance #TAFRD #firstresponderday #thankafirstresponder #NSWSES #Thankyou

24.01.2022 TREE OPERATION IN GLENWOOD Our members are currently undergoing a tree operation in Glenwood. With a large gumtree currently resting on a house. Keep a look out & FOLLOW our page for more updates soon! ... For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. #NSWSES #storms #treeoperations #Gleenwood #NSWSESBlacktown #treedown #volunteers

23.01.2022 Snapshot of flooding in Richmond and Windsor If you live in the Richmond and Windsor floodplain, you might be at risk of flooding. This new video shows the flood impacts of the biggest flood on record in your area. Find out more about your flood risk and how to prepare for future:... http://www.myfloodrisk.nsw.gov.au/ #NSWSES

22.01.2022 FLOODED FEBRUARY In early February flash flooding & riverine flooding caused from torrential rainfall sent the Blacktown Flood Rescue team into action with our teams responding to over 20 flood rescues across the Sydney metro area. Our Flood Rescue teams carried out a very successful rescue in Milperra along with many more including evacuations, retrieval from cars & animal rescues. ... In total we had 333 calls for assistance throughout this wild weather event. We thank our members for their dedication and their extraordinary effort they put in to help their community. #THANKYOUSES #NationalVolunteersWeek #Floodrescue #NSWSES #Flooding #Storms #ifitsfloodedforgetit #volunteers #nswsesblacktown #throwback

21.01.2022 BURST WATER MAIN TOONGABBIE ROAD CLOSED - PORTICO PARADE, TOONGABIE (Between Ivy Street & McCoy Street) ... Our members are assisting with clearing access to an elderly residents home & redirecting water. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. NSW SES, Western Sydney NSW SES, Blacktown City Council, Live Traffic NSW

21.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING SURF For people in Illawarra and parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, South Coast and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts.... Issued at 11:18 am Sunday, 9 August 2020. HEAVY RAIN IN THE SOUTH. COASTAL WINDS AND SURF TO INCREASE Keep updated at: shorturl.at/gsxGX For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500 or 000 if it is a life threatening emergency

21.01.2022 R U OK? DAY 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. When someone says there not OK, by knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. ... Remember were all in this together. Dont forget to ask that simple question R U OK? It might save a life! To find out how you can make a difference click here https://www.ruok.org.au/get-involved #RUOK #ruokday2020 #rutrippleok #theresmoretosay #support #lookoutforyourmates #NSWSES

21.01.2022 RAINY DAYS AHEAD! Over the next few days heavy rain is forecasted to impact NSW with the potential of storms. It is important to be prepared in case these weather events become severe. Ensure youre prepared by: ... Cleaning out your gutters, down pipes & drains Move your vehicles undercover & away from trees and branches Secure loose items around your home Remember, flood waters can be unpredictable. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. Keep updated on weather changes & warnings from the BOM here http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe

21.01.2022 Its a fact that floods in the Hawkesbury-Nepean can be some of the most dangerous in Australia. The Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley Flood Risk Management Strategy is currently being delivered to reduce flood risk in the valley now and into the future. If you live in the valley, learn more about your flood risk here: ... https://bit.ly/2AOlBYB #floodrisk NSW SES Hawkesbury Unit, Penrith NSW State Emergency Service, The Hills SES, NSW SES Parramatta Unit, Western Sydney NSW SES

20.01.2022 FLOOD RESCUE EMU PLAINS Our flood rescue teams are currently working with Penrith NSW State Emergency Service & NSW Police Force to rescue 4 persons trapped in swift waters at Nepean river after a unsuccessful 4WD crossing. NSW SES #NSWSES #floodresuce #POLAIR #swiftwaterresuce

20.01.2022 Do you know who to call in an emergency? Watch our Resilient Blacktown video series to learn about the local emergency services and community organisation...s that can help when things go wrong. Check out the first in the series below . Keep an eye out for the rest of the series!

18.01.2022 PROUD MEMBER MOMENT Outstanding efforts from our flood rescue teams last night and all Emergency Services involved. Especially our neighbours at Penrith NSW State Emergency Service for your cooperation in this successful rescue. A massive shoutout to Blacktowns Flood Rescue Coordinator who played a vital role in last nights rescue at Emu Plains! ... See his perspective on this intense rescue below NSW SES Western Sydney NSW SES #Floodrescue #searchandrescue #emuplains #NSWSES #swiftwaterrescue #nepeanriver #volunteers #nepeanriverrescue

18.01.2022 BLACKTOWN BLOWN AWAY BY WILD WEATHER Our members have been out since last night receiving over 101 calls for assistance and counting, with numerous storm jobs across the local Blacktown area. Wild winds have brought down over 90+ trees & large branches, across roads, houses and powerlines. ... Properties have sustained major structural damage due to wild winds & falling trees. A massive thank you to our neighbouring units The Hills SES, NSW SES Parramatta Unit, NSW SES Ashfield-Leichhardt & NSW Canada Bay SES, who continue to work with us throughout the day and into the night to attend requests for assistance. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. NSW SES Western Sydney NSW SES Blacktown City Council Blacktown Advocate Daily Mail Australia The Sydney Morning HeraId Daily Telegraph #NSWSES #stormsafe #storms #volunteers #nswsesblacktown #weatherevent

18.01.2022 MESSY MONDAYS Our members were out early this morning tackling this beauty which was down & blocking the entire road on Lyall Avenue (Nathan Street End). Please be cautious on your way to work this morning. ... For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. NSW SES Western Sydney NSW SES Blacktown Advocate Daily Mail Australia 9 News Sydney 7NEWS Sydney #Storms #Treedown #wildweather #deanpark #NSWSES #Volunteers #Stump

18.01.2022 SUNNY WITH A CHANCE OF STORMS Possible thunderstorms have been predicted to impact NSW this afternoon, with heavy rainfall & strong winds. Ensure youre prepared for this weather event by: ... Move your vehicles undercover & away from trees and branches. Secure loose items around your home. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. Keep updated on weather changes & warnings from the BOM here http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe #weatherwarning

17.01.2022 MARAYONG UPDATE Our members are working alongside Blacktown City Council to assist in the removal of water flooding the T-Intersection of Crudge Rd, Marayong & Meig Place. If its flooded forget it ... For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Floodedroad #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe #Marayong #BlacktownLGA

16.01.2022 Did you know that the State Emergency Service (SES) can help you during or after a damaging storm or flood? Find out more about the SES and their safety tips... for you and your family in this video. Get to know the local emergency services and community groups that can help you in emergencies. See our other Resilient Blacktown videos here https://bit.ly/2ZRS7BO

16.01.2022 Do you know when to call NSW SES? Find out by watching the video below

16.01.2022 DO YOU KNOW YOUR FLOOD RISK? Find out more about your flood risk and how to prepare for future floods at www.myfloodrisk.nsw.gov.au. #NSWSES

16.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW Flooded road at the T-Intersection of Crudge Rd Marayong & Meig Place. Remember, flood waters can be unpredictable. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. ... For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. Blacktown City Council #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Floodedroad #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe

16.01.2022 THROWBACK THURSDAY During the February floods the Blacktown Flood Rescue Team were called out to Shanes Park Drive to assist in evacuating residents from their homes via boat due to rising flood waters. Remember, flood waters can be unpredictable. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. ... NSW SES #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #stormseason #flood #floodrescue #nswblacktownses #NationalVolunteersWeek #THANKYOUSES

14.01.2022 ROADS CLOSED - 7:30pm (26/7/20) - Stoney Creek Rd, (Berksire Park) - Grange Ave, Schofields (Eastern Creek) - Grange Ave, Schofields (Bells Creek)... Flood waters can be unpredictable. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. NSW SES, Western Sydney NSW SES Blacktown City Council, Quakers Hill Police Area Command, Live Traffic NSW

13.01.2022 GLENWOOD STRUCTURE DAMAGE Last night our crews attended a home in Glenwood which had sustained major structural damage & flooding due to the wild weather which has impacted NSW. A massive thank you to Fire and Rescue NSW Baulkham Hills, Fire and Rescue NSW Blacktown, NSW Police Force, NSW Ambulance for assisting in stabilising the infrastructure & securing loose building materials. ... For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. #NSWSES #Storms #beprepared #stormsafe #structuraldamage #floods #FRNSW #NSWPF #ASNSW #Glenwood #Volunteers

13.01.2022 HOW PREPARED & RESILIENT ARE YOU? Tell us by filling in the survey below! Survey responses will provide vital information to NSW SES and will help support the development of practical and useful community engagement programs and activities for supporting NSW communities. ... Help us, help you! Fill in the survey here https://bit.ly/3mKcnit

11.01.2022 Thank you Hugh McDermott MP: State Member for Prospect for your recognition and continuous support. Countless hours go in from our volunteers to serve the community to the best of our abilities which we all enjoy.

11.01.2022 PLAN YOUR TRIP It is vital that you plan your trip ahead to avoid getting stuck in dangerous situations. Prepare yourself by knowing alternative routes and the weather forecast. Register your trip with the national parks here https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/trip-intention-form OR inform your family or a friend of your trip intentions. Your safety is important. ... For emergency assistance during #storms, #floods or #tsunami, call #NSWSES on 132 500. If its life threatening call 000.

10.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW ROAD CLOSED LYALL AVE, DEAN PARK (Symonds Rd end)... Wild weather has brought down a large gumtree which is currently blocking Lyall Ave. The tree has burst a water main as well as damaged properties. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. NSW SES Western Sydney NSW SES Live Traffic NSW Blacktown Advocate Daily Mail Australia 7NEWS Sydney 9 News Sydney #Storms #Treedown #Burstwatermain #Deanpark #Floods #Wildweather #NSWSES

10.01.2022 EMU PLAINS FLOOD RESCUE UPDATE Our flood rescue teams worked amongst Penrith NSW State Emergency Service to successfully rescue 4 persons from the Nepean River where two vehicles attempted a 4WD river crossing however was unsuccessful. Initially 4 personnel were stuck on the roof of 2 vehicles, until both vehicles were submerged in fast flowing water. Two of our in-water operators liased with Penriths flood rescue team to complete an in water search and resc...ue and then a successful rescue via boat. A big thank you to NSW SES, NSW Police Force, NSW Ambulance & #POLAIR for your eye in the sky & for all your efforts in this technical but successful rescue. 9 News 9 News Sydney 7NEWS Sydney Blacktown Advocate Daily Mail Australia Daily Telegraph #floodrescue #swiftwaterrescue #nepeanriver #volunteers #NSWSES #BlacktownSES #Emuplains

10.01.2022 HAPPY FATHERS DAY We would like to wish all our dads out there a happy Fathers Day ! Especially our emergency service dads, thank you.

10.01.2022 How to prepare for floods If you live in, work in or visit the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley you can follow these simple steps to prepare for floods. https://bit.ly/2AOlBYB... #prepare

08.01.2022 DEPLOYMENT THROWBACK The recent bushfire crisis hit Australia hard with many communities still recovering. Metro Strike Team 6 made up of volunteers from NSW SES Blacktown Unit were deployed to the south coast to work alongside #NSWRFS crews and the #ADF to support communities during the NSW bush fire crisis. ... Thank you to all the volunteers who worked tirelessly throughout the bushfire season to protect your communities and continue to support them. #THANKYOUSES #NationalVolunteersWeek #NSWSES #Bushfires #Volunteers #Blacksummer #NSWRFS NSW Rural Fire Service NSW SES

08.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Hunter, Metropolitan, Central Tablelands and parts of Mid North Coast, Illawarra, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.... Issued at 1:47 pm Friday, 13 November 2020. SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS OCCURRING WITH POSSIBLE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS Keep updated on weather changes & warnings from the BOM here shorturl.at/lqvGV Move your vehicles undercover & away from trees and branches. Secure loose items around your home. Keep at least 8 meters AWAY from fallen powerlines. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #beprepared #stormsafe #NSWSESBlacktown #damagingwinds

06.01.2022 WET WEEKEND AHEAD Over the next few days heavy rainfall & strong winds are forecasted to impact NSW with the potential of storms. Ensure youre prepared for this weather event by: Move your vehicles undercover & away from trees and branches.... Secure loose items around your home. Never drive, walk, ride or play in floodwater. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500. Keep updated on weather changes & warnings from the BOM here http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings #NSWSES #Storms #Floods #Ifitsfloodedforgetit #beprepared #stormsafe #weatherwarning

05.01.2022 MONDAY MADNESS Know who to call when a tree fall across your street and blocks access! 132 500 #NSWSES #Blacktown #Volunteers #Treedown #Throwback #Storm #Blockingroad

04.01.2022 WOW DAY IS HERE Today is Wear Orange Wednesday to show appreciation and thank all the SES members across Australia who work all year round to protect their communities. We thank you for saving lives and giving your time to help those in great need. ... Get involved and show your appreciation and thanks by Sharing/Commenting your video or photo of you in orange! Tag @NSWSESBlacktownunit & NSW SES and use the hashtag #THANKYOUNSWSES #WOWday #WearOrangeWednesday #THANKYOUSES #NationalVolunteersWeek #nswblacktownses #getinvolved

04.01.2022 WE ARE BACK TRAINING We are excited to announce that our weekly training has finally returned! With our members jumping straight into action as they engage in various training to prepare for the upcoming 2020-21 storm season. We are implementing necessary measures to ensure the safety of our community as well as our members throughout training:... How many people can be in a room Social distancing <-1.5m-> Strict hygiene & cleaning procedures. #NSWSES #Stormprep #Stormseason #Storms #Floods #Training #Socialdistancing #Covidsafe #Blacktownses #Volunteers #Chainsaw #teambuilding #PD #operations #knots

03.01.2022 Flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean valley is a very real risk. This video outlines the impacts flooding in the Valley can have on you, your family and your property. Floods can be deep and fast flowing in many areas. It is important to Get Ready now and plan for what you will do in a flood. www.myfloodrisk.nsw.gov.au... #MyFloodRisk NSW SES Hawkesbury Unit, Penrith NSW State Emergency Service, Hawkesbury Police Area Command, Nepean Police Area Command, Quakers Hill Police Area Command, NSW Ambulance, Fire and Rescue NSW

02.01.2022 #whiteribbonday

01.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW Our members are currently assisting Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Police Force, NSW Ambulance at Glenwood to stabilise a house that has sustained major structural damage & flooding due to the wild weather. For emergency assistance during #storms & #floods, call #NSWSES on 132 500.... #NSWSES #Storms #beprepared #stormsafe #structuraldamage #floods

01.01.2022 We will remember them