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NSW SES Griffith Unit

Locality: Griffith, New South Wales

Phone: +61 132500

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25.01.2022 Griffith and Leeton SES training with Griffith FRNSW tonight on the USAR multi Agency Training Prop @FRNSW & NSW SES working together to protect the community.

24.01.2022 Calling 000 and emergency services has been made easier by the Emergency + app. This app is compatible with both Android and IOS devices. It will give you you... physical address as well as the GPS coordinates. This can be helpful in a situation when you are in an unfamiliar place. #nswrfs #hanwoodrfb @ Griffith, New South Wales See more

24.01.2022 A VIDEO OF WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YIU PUT YOUR FEET ON THE DASHBOARD OF A CAR WITH AN AIR BAG Share this with your friends & loved ones PLEASE DO NOT PUT YOUR FEET ON THE DASHBOARD OF A VEHICLE.... As rescue operators for many years we get to see first hand reduction in deaths & serious injuries during accidents. This is due to lifesaving equipment equipment like AIRBAGS. Recently our emergency service personnel have seen an increase in people driving around with their feet on the dashboard. We have made a quick video to highlight these dangers. Please make sure everyone you know is aware of this and avoids the temptation as the results can be catastrophic. https://youtu.be/QaYUOFGO6Mo

23.01.2022 RED and BLUE ! What do you do? When Bob sees red and blue lights in his rear view mirror, he doesnt panic, he indicates and pulls to the left when safe to do so. ... Bob doesnt try to overtake and out run emergency vehicles. Bob is smart Bob is safe Be like Bob Recently the SES & emergency services were activated to reports of a person trapped In a Motor Vehicle Accident at Murrumi. Two SES rescue vehicles responded to the incident, one of those vehicles while under lights and siren reported that a member of the public over took them and attempted to out run the emergency vehicle. Fortunately, this dangerous behaviour did not result in a collision, However the vehicle and number plate were reported to NSW Police for further investigation Within the Road Rules 2014, rule 78 stipulates that "If a driver is in the path of an approaching police or emergency vehicle that is displaying a flashing blue or red light (whether or not it is also displaying other lights) or sounding an alarm, the driver must move out of the path of the vehicle as soon as the driver can do so safely". When an emergency vehicle is behind you with lights and/or sirens, they are responding to a potentially life-threatening emergency. If your loved ones were in that car crash, their house on fire, being physically attacked or in cardiac arrest, you would want emergency services there as quickly as possible. So please, if you see red and blue lights in your rear view mirror, dont panic, indicate your intentions and pull to the the left (when safe to do so). A Community Message from Griffith SES

23.01.2022 Thunderstorm Forecast Issued at 10:19 am Friday, 29 March 2019, Valid until midnight on Friday, 29 March 2019. A strong cold front and associated upper atmosphe...ric disturbance will move through western and central parts of the state today. Storms are already started to develop in the western districts, then expected to extend to central and southeastern districts during the afternoon and evening. Storms are not expected in the Sydney Basin until after midnight, with storms expected to continue into the evening. Heavy rainfall and damaging winds are a risk in the severe possible area from the afternoon continuing through to the late evening, and possibly past midnight. Heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large hail are the risk along the severe likely area in the afternoon and this evening.

22.01.2022 If you need assistance please call 132500. If its an emergency, please call 000. Hopefully its just rain only

22.01.2022 Sad news with the passing of two RFS members due to a n accident while heading to a fire.

20.01.2022 From @BoM_NSW Twitter account just now Thunderstorms possible across much of the central and northern parts of NSW today. Be wary of thunderstorms through the n...orthern inland and central west - these may become severe (damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain all a risk). https://t.co/Rf5BE5wnZG See more

19.01.2022 Massive thumbs up to the Griffith City Council guys who have (hopefully) eliminated the confusion around the Fire and Rescue only parking spaces out the front... of the station. They have trimmed back the trees so the signs can be seen and have this very morning freshly painted cross hatching to draw attention to which parking spaces this applies to. Please refrain from parking in this area. Whilst they often appear to be vacant, they are needed to ensure the quickest possible turnout time of our firefighters responding in the event of an emergency. There will be no excuses (or sympathy) for those who are fined as a result of parking in these spaces.

19.01.2022 Happy Wear Orange Wednesday! Today we recognise and celebrate the NSW SES volunteers who we work side-by-side with to help keep the community safe. #ThankYouSES #WOWDay

19.01.2022 From Friday 15 May, the following activities will be allowed in NSW: outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people cafes and restaurants can seat 10 patrons at any ...one time up to 5 visitors to a household at any one time weddings up to 10 guests indoor funerals up to 20 mourners, outdoor funerals up to 30 religious gatherings/places of worship up to 10 worshippers use of outdoor equipment with caution outdoor pools open with restrictions. Please continue to practise physical distancing and good hygiene. If you have even the mildest symptoms, you should stay at home.

18.01.2022 Tonight our members were busy practicing setting up a roof safety system so they can work at heights during storms and rescue operations. We will be running a recruitment campaign soon and starting a new class of members in January. If you are interested in meeting new people, learning new skills, challenging yourself and helping your community, send us a message and ask about volunteering with the NSW State Emergency Services.

18.01.2022 Congratulations to one of our newer members Erin Sinclair who successfully completed her Flood Rescue Boat Operators course yesterday. The course was conducted at Lake Cargelligo and was attended by NSW SES Volunteers from across NSW. During the 2 weekend course Erin and other student were assessed and passed their RMS Boat License then went on to learn how to handle many different vessels that are used by the NSWSES including small agile rapid deployment boats right up to th...e huge 10 person computer controlled bow loaders. Erin is now qualified to operate any vessel in the NSW SES fleet and can be deployed across NSW or even across Australia during flood events to conduct Rescues and other flood operations. 2 other members from the Griffith unit Bradley Palmer and Anthony Hatch attended the weekend as Instructors to impart their skills and knowledge to the new Rescue Boat Crews. If you or someone you know might be interested in becoming a State Emergency Volunteer give us a call on message us on this page or call 132500. All equipment uniforms training, meals and accommodation are provided. It’s a great way to meet new people and learn some cool new skills while helping your community.

18.01.2022 Issued at 12:46 pm EDT on Tuesday 3 March 2020 Flood Watch Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE MURRUMBIDGEE, TUMUT, QUEANBEYAN AND BELUBULA RIVERS... A slow moving trough is expected to deepen across western New South Wales, bringing with it moderate to heavy falls across inland and southeast districts from late Tuesday into Friday. This rainfall has the potential to cause localised and riverine flooding from late Wednesday onwards. Catchments likely to be affected include: Belubula River minor flooding Tumut River minor flooding Murrumbidgee River to Wagga Wagga minor flooding Mirrool Creek minor flooding Queanbeyan and Molonglo Rivers minor flooding Flood warnings are current for the following catchments: Paroo, Warrego, Culgoa, Birrie, Bokhara and Narran Rivers. For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ For the latest rainfall and weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/ For the latest rainfall and river level information see www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood Flood Safety Advice: This Flood Watch means that people living or working along rivers and streams must monitor the latest weather forecasts and warnings and be ready to move to higher ground should flooding develop. Flood Warnings will be issued if Minor Flood Level is expected to be exceeded at key sites along the main rivers for which the Bureau of Meteorology provides a flood warning service. Severe Weather Warnings will be issued or updated if very heavy rain is forecast or observed. For more information on the Flood Watch Service: http://www.bom.gov.au/wat/floods/floodWarningServices.shtml FloodSafe advice is available at www.ses.nsw.gov.au For emergency assistance call the SES on telephone number 132 500 For life threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately

16.01.2022 Back at training - join the team !!! https://youtu.be/L93PRn6zIb0

16.01.2022 Please share with family and friends remember if you require assistance during or after the storm please call 132500 if life threatening please call 000 New South Wales Severe Thunderstorm Warning IDN21033 ... Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology New South Wales TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES and DAMAGING WINDS For people in Riverina and parts of Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 1:54 pm Tuesday, 16 October 2018. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Deniliquin, Griffith, Hay, Wilcannia, Ivanhoe and Balranald. 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. * 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 4:55 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureaus website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

15.01.2022 The kids at Whitton Murrami Public School had a little visit from the Leeton and Griffith SES Members last week. The Members were collecting donated vehicles from Whitton to be used in our Road Crash Rescue course and dropped in to say g’day to the students. The lights and sirens made their day!! For any enquires on how to join the SES, please contact 1800 201 000 or visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer.

15.01.2022 Something worth reading and thinking about. Especially leading up to Christmas. (From another page) To the 18 year old kid I stopped on the highway,... Youre welcome. Id like to believe that you were minutes away from creating an unspeakable Christmas tragedy when I stopped you. If not only killing yourself, you were well on your way to killing some innocent person who was minding their own business doing nothing else wrong but being in front of you. You said you didnt realise how fast you were going. Thats a lie. You may not realise when youre doing 60 in a 50 but you are fully aware of every kilometre per hour at 160. You realise it with every bump you hit. You realise it as you pass cars so fast the wind moves your car. You realise it every time you drift over the line and when you move the wheel the car reacts a lot quicker than youre used to. You absolutely realised it. You were scared when I stopped you. You were visibly shaking and breathing hard. Unfortunately, you were scared one minute too late and for the wrong reason. You should have been scared that you were trying to kill yourself. I know youre invincible. I know that you cant even fathom your own death. I can tell you dozens of stories of dead and broken 18 year old bodies that Ive pulled from cars. Broken bodies that Ive found in front yards after crashes. Unrecognisable bodies. They thought they were invincible too. They werent. They were gone so they missed the part where I had to tell their parents that they were dead. Part of your soul disappears every time you have to tell parents that their kid is dead. I dont KNOW your parents, but I know them. I know that when you leave every day they say Be careful. Drive safe. Those arent just words. That is the very last act of them pleading with you to come home safe. When they get a knock on the door, its not Good afternoon maam. Your 18 year old son just had a massive heart attack. Its Can we sit down? Your son has been involved in a very serious crash. Im so sorry. Hes died. When you leave the house they know that, far and away, the best chance you have of dying that day is in that car. Sometimes youre the innocent person hit by someone with no regard for anyone else and sometimes youre the one with no regard for anyone else. Today you were the latter. You seemed like a really nice kid who made a bad decision. I dont feel bad about this ticket at all. In fact, Im proud of it. I hope youre paying it off for months and with every payment you think about how it wasnt worth it. I hope you slow down. I hope that when your mum tells you to drive safe you make a promise to her, and yourself, that you will. I hope you can envision me sitting in your kitchen telling your screaming mother that you have been killed. Slow down. Please. You are not invincible. I promise.

14.01.2022 And dont forget to change your smoke alarm battery at the same time.

14.01.2022 This is an updated warning please share with friends and family

14.01.2022 A warning has just gone out for Griffith and surrounding areas stay safe and remember if you require assistance during the storm please ring 132500 if life threatening ring 000 http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21033.shtml

13.01.2022 Its important to keep your roof in good condition. Fix any damage to your roof, including broken or missing tiles otherwise you could get the outside weather inside. For more simple things you can do to prepare for storms visit https://bit.ly/2pRHf7S

12.01.2022 We are in the red !! Are you storm ready ??

12.01.2022 Storm Season is here! Are your ready and prepared?? Do you know who to contact?? https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/disaster-tabs-header/storm/

12.01.2022 The NSW SES is asking communities across the eastern half of the state to be ready for thunderstorms in coming days. Take the time to prepare for potential th...understorm activity from Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tomorrow could see showers or rain areas through most of the State, contracting east during the day. Possible heavy falls in some central and eastern districts. Take the time now to: - Clean gutters and downpipes. - Check your roof is in good repair. - Trim where safe overhanging trees and branches. - Tie down or put away loose items in yards and balconies. If you require emergency help, call the NSW SES on 132 500.

12.01.2022 Tomorrows thunderstorm forecast, issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, is indicating a large area of NSW, is expected to experience severe thunderstorms. Now is the time to prepare as these thunderstorms may include heavy rain, large hail and damaging wind gusts. If you require assistance during floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

11.01.2022 The government has introduced new laws to protect rescue workers. If you own a hybrid electric vehicle you will be required to have a blue triangle on the number plate. This information allows our rescue crew to quickly identify the vehicle and isolate the battery making both you and the rescuers safe. If you have one of these vehicles and are sent the blue triangle please stick it on your numberplate straight away because it is for everyones safety.

10.01.2022 Be prepared GRIFFITH, clean your gutters out before the rain gets here. If you have areas that you know flood, call the SES now and ask to pick up a few empty sandbags, they way when flooding hits you wont have to wait for assistance. Be prepared and also check on your neighbours.... If you need assistance, please call 132500 or if its an emergency call 000. REMEMBER Dont swim, walk, ride or drive in flood waters. BE PREPARED

10.01.2022 Looks like a decent amount of rain is on its way to add to rain weve already had. If you need assistance, please call 132500 or if its an emergency call 000. REMEMBER Dont swim, walk, ride or drive in flood waters.

08.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Riverina and parts of South West Slopes, Lower Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.... Issued at 7:51 pm Friday, 14 February 2020. 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 Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Hay, Ivanhoe and Balranald. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Australian Capital Territory district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. Perisher Valley AWS recorded 41.4mm in the 60minutes to 3:00pm. 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 (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Dont 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. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * 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 10:55 pm.

07.01.2022 Hey guys there as been a new weather warning that now includes Griffith please read and share on so the info gets around Are you Storm prepared ??? If the answer is no then nows the time to do so !! NSW Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Damaging Winds... Source: Bureau of Meteorology For people in parts of Riverina, Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 1:04 pm Saturday, 2 November 2019. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Griffith, Hay, Narrandera, Wilcannia, White Cliffs and Ivanhoe. Localised raised dust is also possible with the thunderstorm outflow. 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 (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * 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.

07.01.2022 Its with great sadness we share the news of the loss of one of our orange family from in the South Eastern Zone, who was assisting their community at the time. NSW SES Statement: NSW State Emergency Service can confirm that a NSW SES volunteer member has passed away after collapsing today whilst on duty. NSW Police will be preparing a report for the Coroner, and as such, the NSW SES cannot provide any further information at this stage. ... NSW SES Commissioner Mark Smethurst and the NSW SES family send our heartfelt condolences to the family and fellow Unit members.

06.01.2022 Hey Griffith as you can see the weather looks like its turning miserable if u require assistance please call 132500 if life threatening call 000 please share this important information with friends and family

05.01.2022 Here are some important messages please share with friends and family How prepared are you ??

05.01.2022 Think we only work above ground? Think again! One of the skills we learn is Urban Search and Rescue. With this knowledge, we are able to locate casualties, find our way to them using any number of tools and equipment, and then extricate them from situations such as a structure collapse. Want to see more pictures from our training tonight? Catch us on our Instagram page - #nswsesgriffith... #volunteers #griffithnsw #NSWSES #wewillfindyou

04.01.2022 We would like to thank the crew from the Griffith Unit for everything they do to support each other and our community. #thankyouSES #volunteers #NSWSES #griffithnsw

03.01.2022 This morning at about 4am Griffith State Emergency Service were called by Police to a motor vehicle accident in Griffith. A vehicle had collide with a number of street signs and a tree large tree which had fallen onto the vehicle. The street sign had snapped off and was impaled through the front windscreen into the car. The driver was lucky to avoid serious injuries and had left the scene.... 6 Volunteer Rescue members from the Griffith unit and 1 rescuer from the Leeton unit used 2 large chainsaws to remover the tree from the car and the road. The crew also used the large hydraulic rescue Shears to cut the sign post free for the vehicle. Thanks to these volunteers for giving up their time to protect the community of Griffith.

02.01.2022 The Honourable David Elliott MP - The Minister for Police and Emergency Services - visited with NSW SES and RFS Volunteers at the Griffith Exies Club to thank them for their service to the community. Pictured with The Minister is the Unit Commander Griffith - Steve Mortlock and the Deputy Unit Commander Griffith - Tim Laidler. #nswsesgriffith #volunteers #ThankYouSES #griffithnsw

01.01.2022 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology New South Wales TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning... for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Riverina, Lower Western and parts of Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:12 am Tuesday, 6 November 2018. Plan Image Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Deniliquin, Griffith, Hay, Narrandera, Broken Hill, Wentworth, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Balranald, Jerilderie, Hillston and Darlington Point. At about 320am this morning, Broken Hill Airport AWS recorded a wind gust of 93km/h. 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. * Dont 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 7:15 am. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureaus website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 218. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

01.01.2022 Sunday 23/5 FIre and Rescue Griffith brigade were called to reports of a single vehicle accident- with a car crossing through an intersection and into the main ...bedroom of a house. Crews from 311 Griffith together with Griffith SES worked to remove the vehicle and ensure the building was structurally sound. #frnsw #311station