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NSW SES Canterbury Unit

Locality: Beverly Hills, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9750 9944

Address: 196 Moorefields Road, Beverly Hills 2209 Beverly Hills, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and coworkers of those officers tragically killed this afternoon in VIC. Words cannot convey the deep loss all emergency service workers feel at times like this. RIP

24.01.2022 The Australian Government Department of Health has issued COVID 19 Resources in Different Languages. Click here. (https://www.health.gov.au/resources/translated) These resources can be printed and placed in your buildings/workplaces to help clients and community members to have access to relevant COVID 19 information. Languages: Arabic, Vietnamese, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Italian.... There are also particular resources for: travellers from China or Iran isolation guidelines returning to the community after quarantine or isolation universities, higher education and vocational facilities schools and early childhood centres hotel guests close contacts of a confirmed case home isolation drivers and passengers on public transport residents of residential care services, family and visitors use of surgical masks You can also download these excellent posters from WHO on how to effectively handwash (with soap) and handrub (with hand sanitiser) Hope these will be helpful!

24.01.2022 SANDBAGS AVAILABLE NSW Canterbury Unit has sandbags available for residents to use to help protect their properties. The sandbags are available for residents to collect and use from the NSW SES Canterbury Unit Headquarters at 196 Moorefields Rd Beverly Hills 2209, and are self service from the Pallets in the Unit carpark.... For some information on using sandbags to protect your property see here: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au//using-sandbags-to-protect-you/ For emergency assistance during storms and floods call the NSW SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies dial 000 (Triple Zero)

23.01.2022 Do you know when to call the SES See below to find out ... Wet weather continues to impact the Sydney area, if you require emergency assistance during flood or storm call the NSW SES on 132 500.

23.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers are on-site in BELMORE where an entire roof has come off a house onto the road following a severe gusty storm passing through Sydney. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

22.01.2022 National Volunteer Week (Monday 18 May to Sunday 24 May 2020) is the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nations volunteers. Heres to all the volunteers across Australia who work all year round to protect us at our most vulnerable. Whatever the challenges we might face, floods, storms, bushfires and a global pandemic. We thank you for saving lives and protecting communities.... #THANKYOUNSWSES

22.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers have had a busy weekend attending 16 requests for assistance this weekend from the damaging winds in Sydney. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

21.01.2022 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 we 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

21.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and DAMAGING SURF for people in parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast locations. Vigorous southerly winds and damaging surf conditions on Monday with the deepening low near the 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 Syd...ney 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, Batemans Bay, Moruya Heads, Ulladulla and Narooma. Read all current warnings from the Bureau of Meteorology http://bit.ly/2wuOXWt Secure loose items around your home or balcony that can blow away from strong wind. For more simple things you can do now to prepare your home visit http://bit.ly/2xJYae1

21.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day to our special mothers and grandmothers. Their presence is our lives is the biggest blessing. We hope you can all connect and celebrate a little differently this year and honour those mothers who continue to protect our community.

20.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS LATE THURSDAY 5 NOV For people in parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts.... Issued at 4:28 pm Wednesday, 4 November 2020. STRONG AND GUSTY SOUTHERLY WINDS ALONG THE COAST. Weather Situation: A surge of strong southerly winds are forecast to build on Thursday as a low pressure system deepens off the NSW coastline. This low is forecast to quickly move into the Tasman Sea with conditions easing by Friday. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible about parts of the coastline from late Thursday afternoon. Winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds early Friday morning as the low pressure system moves further offshore. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Sydney, Forster, Seal Rocks, Bulahdelah, Nelson Bay, Wallsend, Toronto, Wyong, The Entrance and Woy Woy. 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 help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEDT Wednesday.

20.01.2022 We are hearing reports of residents struggling to contact us via phone - understandably the 132 500 number is experiencing a high volume of calls so we ask that should you need assistance, please be patient and keep trying. In the event of a life threatening situation call 000.

20.01.2022 A team of Canterbury Volunteers are out again today attending a number of requests that have come in early this morning including leaking roofs and flooded garages. A Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING SURF is still in place for parts of Sydney. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

19.01.2022 We are totally focused on following Government and SES directives due to COVID-19, all our Face-to-Face training, Unit Meetings, Events and other Activities have been suspended. Our maintenance on vehicles and equipment will continue to ensure we are Operational Ready at all times. We are here to provide Emergency Assistance to our Community with... storm and flood events Dont be alarmed if you see us wearing masks, gloves, and other personal protection, this will assist in keeping us all safe and healthy. We must all help each other and do what is asked - Stay at home if sick and all other times when possible. Practise social distancing Practice good hygiene REMEMBER WE ARE HERE TO HELP, TOGETHER WITH ALL OUR EMERGENCY SERVICES. STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE

18.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones over the next several hours in the Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains and parts of the Mid North Coast, North West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Lower Western, Upper Western and Snowy Mountains districts. Locations which may be... affected include Batemans Bay, Orange, Bathurst, Katoomba, Goulburn, Yass, Tamworth, Gunnedah, Dubbo, Parkes, Cobar and Bourke. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the South Coast and Southern Tablelands districts. Locations which may be affected include Araluen. - A 47KT (87km/h) wind gust was observed at Forbes around 11:00 AEDT. - 34.6mm was recorded at Trunkey Ck on the Central Tablelands in the 60min to 14:00 AEDT. - 50mm in 30min to about 15:15 AEDT at Nobbys Hill on the South Coast. Issued 3:24pm Monday 04Jan2021

17.01.2022 Advice from our RFS colleagues for tomorrow

17.01.2022 SEVERE STORM RISK SHIFTS EAST - Bureau of Meteorology Today’s focus of thunderstorm activity shifts further north and east. Severe storms are more likely along the central and northern ranges and adjacent slopes, including western Sydney, in the afternoon and evening. ... Damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding are For Emergency help, call #NSWSES on 132 500. If life threatening call 000

16.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 celebrations will be held across Australia from 8 15 November. It’s a chance to celebrate the achievements, history and culture of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples. In NSW SES, we have over 350 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members. We recognise the diversity of Aboriginal cultures and peoples and appreciate the specialist knowledge and experience they bring to the Service and to the wider community. ... Learn more about NAIDOC week and take some time to learn about and support your local Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander community. https://www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/2020-theme

16.01.2022 FEEDBACK - opening a can of worms here..... Usually after a big event like the recent storms and associated flooding, NSW SES do an "after action review". All the members get together and discuss the WWW. What we did... What we did well What we can do differently next time Where we often dont do well is when we ask our members and make it about what did and didnt work in our systems, we rarely ask you, the community were assisting, what you think. So this time were seeking feedback from you. What did SES do well and what could we have done differently as a service. Please keep the comments respectful (i.e. no abuse, if someone raises a negative issue dont write 500 comments about it, no singling out anyone by name and no swearing or the Facebook filters will hide your feedback) We want to hear your experiences with SES in the past week, from the moment you picked up the phone to the moment one of our people (or one of our colleagues in Rural Fire Service (RFS), Volunteer Rescue Service (VRA) or Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW)) came to your house or called you. If you have something nice to say please do that too, dont focus on negatives. Your feedback will be shared at our after action review if it relates to Canterbury Unit, or passed up the chain if it relates to another section. Also if you have suggestions as to what in our response would have been better for you please share that. Be mindful that we are doing this to improve our service to you, so keep it constructive. Remember that the members of the Canterbury SES are all volunteers, as are the members of the RFS and VRA. Thank you.

16.01.2022 Update: Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, for people in Wollondilly/Wingecarribee, Greater Wollongong and parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury and Sydney areas. Weather Situation:... The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 3:25 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Shellharbour and Lake Avon. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northeast. They are forecast to affect Wollongong, Picton and the Nattai Tablelands by 3:55 pm and Sutherland, Sydney Airport, Katoomba, Camden, Campbelltown and Liverpool by 4:25 pm. Damaging winds are likely. For more information on this warning, visit the #bureauofmeteorology: https://bit.ly/3fhY9D0

16.01.2022 NSW Police are mourning the loss of one of their own. Senior Constable Kelly Foster, stationed in Lithgow, tragically lost her life yesterday whilst endeavouring to save a person in distress at Wollangambe Canyon at Mount Wilson. Both Kelly and the person she was trying to rescue did not survive. Our thoughts are with both families and Kelly’s colleagues during this sad time. We stand side by side with our friends in the #nswpolice in this time of need and bow our heads in respect.

16.01.2022 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 #damagingwinds

15.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in parts of Hunter, Metropolitan and Illawarra Forecast Districts.... Issued at 11:10 am Wednesday, 26 February 2020. SOUTHERLY BUSTER Weather Situation: A cold front moving across southern and central New South Wales today will bring a vigorous southerly wind change along the coast late this afternoon and this evening. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 55 to 65 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible along the coastal fringe between Jervis Bay and the Central Coast this evening, as a vigorous southerly wind change moves along the coast. Exposed areas are most susceptible. The strongest winds are expected on the head of the change. Winds are expected to slowly ease for each location a few hours following the arrival of the southerly change. Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, The Entrance, Bulli, Port Kembla, Kiama and Huskisson. 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 help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Wednesday. To stay updated got to http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ #ccstorms #nswses

15.01.2022 The Community Preparedness & Resilience survey closes tonight at 11.59pm.

15.01.2022 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

15.01.2022 Good Morning Canterbury. Although we might be experiencing a short break from the rain, this storm event is far from over. A Severe Weather Warning is still in place for the Metropolitan area. See here: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21037.shtml Here is what we know:... HEAVY RAIN is expected to intensify throughout the day will total falls of 150mm possible on Saturday and 200mm on Sunday DAMAGING WINDS with gusts up to 90km/h are also expected, intensifying Saturday afternoon A Flood Watch is current for the Cooks River. For more information see here: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/flood/floodwatch1.shtml Sandbags are available for residents to collect and use. Pickup point is NSW SES Canterbury Unit Headquarters - 196 Moorefields Rd Beverly Hills, 2209 NSW SES Canterbury Unit would like to remind the community to never walk, ride or drive through floodwater. If expected rainfall totals are reached, roads within the Canterbury area will likely become flooded. See Live Traffic NSW for up to date information on road conditions: https://www.livetraffic.com/desktop.html For emergency assistance during storms and floods, contact the NSW SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies dial 000 (Triple Zero)

14.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers attended a large tree down in Padstow today, and are still on scene helping to clear the road now powerlines have been deemed disconnected and safe by Ausgrid For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

14.01.2022 Good Evening Canterbury, Canterbury unit has been extremely busy over the last few days responding to flood rescues, and multiple requests for assistance as a result of the severe weather. Here are the stats for Canterbury: 255 jobs received, mostly for leaking roofs and trees down ... 172 Jobs complete, a completion rate of 67% 10 Flood rescues attended by Canterbury Volunteers 34 SES Volunteers active resulting in approximately 1050 hours assisting the community Today we had teams in the field, supported by a Fire and Rescue NSW strike team helping to clear our jobs as quickly as possible. We urge all residents who no longer require SES assistance to please call our Operations Centre on 132 500 to cancel the job, meaning our volunteers can get to who need us most. Rain is expected to impact the Metropolitan region again this week, so we ask the community to make use of the sunny weather to prepare their properties. Things you can do now to prevent storm damage is to: Secure loose items like outdoor furniture and trampolines in your yard Clear your gutters Trim branches Sandbags are still available to be collected from the NSW SES Canterbury Unit Headquarters located at 196 Moorefields Rd Beverly Hills. Our hardworking unit volunteers would like to take this opportunity to ask the community to NEVER walk ride or drive through flood water. Doing so puts your life, and the life of our volunteers at risk. For emergency assistance during storms and floods contact the NSW SES on 132 500. In the case of a life threatening emergency dial 000 (Triple Zero).

12.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and DAMAGING SURF, for people in parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan and Illawarra Districts. BLUSTERY WINDS AND HEAVY SEAS ALONG PARTS OF THE NSW COAST FROM TUESDAY Locations which may be affected include #Sydney, #Newcastle, #Sydney, #Wollongong, #PortMacquarie, #TheEntrance, #Foster and #Kiama.... For more information on this warning: https://bit.ly/2ARvWDa

11.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Illawarra, Snowy Mountains and parts of Hunter, Metropolitan, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts. Issued at 12:09 pm Sunday, 29 November 2020 by Bureau of Meteorology... VIGOROUS WINDS OVER EASTERN NSW TODAY A low pressure trough is crossing central and eastern New South Wales today, accompanied by vigorous northwesterly winds. For Alpine areas above 1900 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 70 to 90 km/h, with gusts in excess of 120 km/h, are possible this morning and early afternoon. For areas below 1900 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h, with gusts in excess of 90 km/h, are expected this morning and afternoon. Winds are forecast to ease during the evening. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Goulburn and Cooma. Wind gusts recorded today: Braidwood 93 km/h Goulburn 89 km/h Cooma 91 km/h Nerriga 109 km/h Bombala 95 km/h Thredbo 107 km/h Nowra 104 km/h High Range (Wanganderry) 104 km/h Moss Vale 94 km/h Kurnell 91 km/h 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 help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. For updates monitor the Bureau website at BOM.GOV.AU REF IDN21037

11.01.2022 The NSW State Emergency Service continues to respond as the combat agency for Floods, Storms & Tsunamis whilst we do that we ask the community one thing, continue to be COVID safe, continue to wear masks and wash your hands whilst out and around in your local community. For more information on the COVID-19 pandemic visit the NSW Health Website @ https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectio//Pages/default.aspx

11.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology have updated the Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING SURF for people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, South Coast and Central Tablelands locations. HEAVY RAIN IN THE ILLAWARRA. COASTAL WINDS AND SURF TO INCREASE SOUTH COAST TO MID NORTH COAST. Locations which may be affected on SUNDAY include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Braidwood, and Moruya. Locations which may be affect...ed on Monday includes Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle, and Port Macquarie. View all current weather warnings here: http://bit.ly/2wuOXWt NSW SES is asking people to: Monitor the weather situation closely and to keep up to date with information and advice. Limit any unnecessary travel. If you must travel, avoid low-lying flash flood hotspots. If you need to evacuate, stay with family or friends if possible. Know the height at which your home, business or property could be affected by #floodwater.

10.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology have updated their Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS, ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF For people in No...rthern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast and parts of Hunter, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts. Consider the weather conditions when planning your Sunday. Use the resources available to determine conditions in your local area. For current road conditions visit https://www.livetraffic.com/ For the latest warnings visit http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ To know what to do in the event of a flood visit https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au//prepare-your-h/during-a-flood/

09.01.2022 Heads Up Sydney. We are looking at a deterioration in the weather tomorrow (Thursday 30-04-2020) with storms expected. We can expect rain to fall throughout the day, with localised thunderstorms possible. Winds, possibly gusty, are to develop, and intensify over the course of the day. What can you do now to prepare?... >Secure items in your yard that could blow away in strong winds, such as trampolines or outdoor furniture >Clear your gutters, downpipes and drains >Trim trees and branches that could cause damage to your property >Ensue your home insurance is up to date Due to Covid-19 our 132 500 call takers may ask you some additional questions, and our volunteers may wear additional protective equipment when attending jobs. This is for the safety of our volunteers, and allows us to keep assisting the community. For emergency assistance during storms and floods call the NSW SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies dial 000 (triple Zero)

09.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers completed 9 requests for assistance over the weekend. Wet weather continues to impact the #Sydney area, if you require emergency assistance during flood or storm call the NSW SES on 132 500.

09.01.2022 Road Weather Alert for Sydney for all suburbs Issued at 8:08 am EDT on Sunday 9 February 2020. Reduced visibility in heavy rain and gusty winds will make driving conditions dangerous during Sunday in all suburbs.... Motorists are advised to take extreme care. For information on any road closures, please contact your local council or the Police. To view all warnings visit the Bureau of Meteorology website here http://bit.ly/31CSxws Monitor traffic conditions at Live Traffic NSW https://www.livetraffic.com/desktop.html

08.01.2022 MINOR FLOOD BULLETIN # 1 Cooks River Issued at 3:35 pm EDT on Saturday 8 February 2020 What is happening?...Continue reading

08.01.2022 Initial Minor Flood Warning for the Cooks River at Tempe Bridge Issued at 10:15 am EST on Wednesday 19 August 2020 MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT TEMPE BRIDGE WEDNESDAY EVENING DUE TO HIGH TIDE... Flood Warning Number: 1 An abnormally high tide is likely to cause minor flooding along the Cooks River at Tempe Bridge Wednesday evening. Cooks River: Minor flooding may occur along the Cooks River at Tempe Bridge. The Cooks River at Tempe Bridge is likely to peak near the minor flood level (1.30 m) around 08:00 pm Wednesday on the high tide. Flood Safety Advice: In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500. * Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place. * Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood. * Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains. * Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous. For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts: * NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au * RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com * Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/greatersydney.shtml * Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ * Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/ * BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW Next Issue: The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST on Thursday 20 August 2020. Latest River Heights: Cooks River at Canterbury Road 0.58 Falling 09:45 AM WED 19/08/20 Cooks River at Tempe Bridge 0.52 Falling 09:46 AM WED 19/08/20

08.01.2022 Canterbury Unit Volunteers have received a donation of hand sanitizer, face masks and gloves from Human Appeal International - Australia. This donation will help protect our volunteers as we continue to support our community. We are so grateful to receive these goods from Issam Chaouk and Amin Bureeni and we are privileged to work with them in our wonderful community. Also big appreciation to Gandhi Sin who is always there to support our Unit.... For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

08.01.2022 ROAD NOW REOPENED ... Bexley Rd At Bexley North is closed in both directions due to flooding. See Live Traffic for further details: https://www.livetraffic.com/desktop.html NEVER Walk, Ride, Or Drive through floodwater. For emergency assistance during storms and floods call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life threatening emergencies dial 000 (Triple Zero)

08.01.2022 On the 11th day of the 11th month at 11am we pause to remember them. "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. ... At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them." See more

07.01.2022 Just a reminder that the NSW SES Canterbury Unit still has sandbags available for residents to collect from our unit headquarters located at 196 Moorefields Rd, Beverly Hills. The sandbags are available from the pallets in the unit carpark and are self service. For emergency assistance during storms and floods contact the NSW SES on 132 500. In life threatening emergencies dial 000 ( triple zero)

06.01.2022 #StayHome #GetReady #Storms #EasterBreak As you stay home this Easter break, take some time to prepare for storms. Storms can occur at anytime and following some simple tips can help protect your property.... Follow our easy tips on our website: bit.ly/SESTips Stay Home and Stay Safe.

06.01.2022 This ANZAC Day we recognise and appreciate the actions of all our Servicemen and Women. The NSW SES developed out of Civil Defence, with many of our 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 defense personnel who may need it .

06.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers have been out today and tonight attending 8 requests for assistance and monitoring for any localised flooding at Bexley Road. A Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING SURF is still in place for Sydney. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

06.01.2022 Due to the current weather situation we are experiencing a high volume of jobs coming through. If you have logged a job through 132500 please be patient as we may have divert to higher priority jobs as well as Flood Rescues. Please stay safe and stay away from flood waters and storm water drains And remember, If its flooded, forget it!!

05.01.2022 A friendly reminder that daylight saving ends tomorrow morning at 2:00am. Dont forget to turn your clocks back for one extra hour of sleep.

05.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra, Southern Tablelands and parts of Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter, South Coast, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:24 pm Tuesday, 5 January 2021.... Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra and Goulburn. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

03.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS, ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES and DAMAGING SURF... For people in Mid North Coast, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast and parts of Northern Rivers, Hunter, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:59 pm Saturday, 8 February 2020. For more information see: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21037.shtml

03.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina, Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts.... Issued at 2:44 pm Monday, 23 November 2020. 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 Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Orange, Goulburn and Cobar. 93 km/h wind gust observed at Mt Ginini at 12:34pm 95 km/h wind gust observed at Cabramurra at 11:47am 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. * 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 5:45 pm

03.01.2022 We currently have a Team of Flood Rescue operators and a Storm Team assisting down the South Coast due to severe weather. While we also have teams on standby for any requests for assistance from the community. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency. Remember: ... IF ITS FLOODED - FORGET IT ! See more

02.01.2022 Remember the 4 key messages to keep you and others safe in this heat

02.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Hunter and Riverina Forecast Districts.... Issued at 11:49 am Saturday, 31 October 2020. by Bureau of Meteorology Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Orange, Canberra, Goulburn, Yass, Dubbo, Parkes and Wagga Wagga. 41 mm was observed at NOWRA (SHOALHAVEN R) in the 1hr to 10:30 am 56 mm was observed at ALBION PARK POST OFFICE in the 1hr to 10:00 am 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. * Don't 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.

02.01.2022 #STAYHOME ACTIVITIES #1: Help us to help you and download the App that could save your life. Make sure that everyone in your family has the Emergency+ App on their mobile phones and discuss its features and use together. Help your kids learn about Triple Zero by also downloading the Triple Zero Kids Challenge. #NSWSES #covid19 #StayHome #InThisTogether... https://emergencyapp.triplezero.gov.au

02.01.2022 Canterbury Volunteers are monitoring some localised flooding in the Earlwood area tonight as a result of the high tide, a minor flood warning for the Cooks river is still in place. For emergency assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500 or 000 (triple zero) in a life-threatening emergency.

01.01.2022 NSW SES Canterbury volunteers were proud to take part in the Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday night, with our truck featuring in the parade!! NSW SES is a diverse and inclusive organisation and we are there to support everyone in our community whenever they need us.