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NSW SES Taree City Unit

Locality: Taree, New South Wales

Address: 28 Muldoon Street 2430 Taree, NSW, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 Beautiful photo from Armedia Photography this evening!

23.01.2022 *UPDATE* IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Northern Tablelands and parts of North West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:48 pm Thursday, 29 October 2020. LARGE HAIL POSSIBLE IN NORTHEAST Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Lismore, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Taree, Armidale, Tenterfield, Yamba, Maclean, Woolgoolga, Sawtell and Dorrigo. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 5:50 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

22.01.2022 * FiRST UPDATE * IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Mid North Coast, South West Slopes, Riverina and parts of Northern Rivers, Hunter, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 7:47 pm Friday, 30 October 2020. A trough of low pressure is combining with an upper-level disturbance to generate unsettled conditions across eastern and southern NSW. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, damaging winds 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, Port Macquarie, Taree, Orange, Yass, Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Griffith and Hay. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the North West Slopes and Plains district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. 14.2mm of rainfall recorded at Goonumbla in the 15 minutes to 3:35pm. 42mm of rainfall recorded at Tumbarumba in the 1 hour to 4:15pm. 48kt (89 km/h) gust at Armidale at 5:54pm. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 10:50 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

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19.01.2022 **SECOND UPDATE** IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE, POSSIBLY GIANT HAILSTONES, DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast and parts of Hunter and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:03 pm Thursday, 29 October 2020. LARGE HAIL POSSIBLE IN NORTHEAST AND HUNTER Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large, possibly giant hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Lismore, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Taree and Cessnock. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 7:05 pm. 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. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

19.01.2022 SEVERE STORMS POSSIBLE FOR FRIDAY - Bureau of Meteorology Severe thunderstorms are again possible today along the east coast and northeast with possible damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall.... Storms are more likely about the coast and adjacent inland between #Gosford and #Lismore. This is a forecast only. If severe storms do develop, specific warnings will be issued. For Emergency help, call NSW SES on 132 500. www.bom.gov.au

19.01.2022 MANNING POINT FLOOD FORUM Tomorrow night, Thursday 13th May, 7:00pm, Manning Point Bowling Club. The aim of the forum is to give people an opportunity to talk about the recent floods and to identify ways SES and local communities can work together to improve flood preparedness, response and transition to recovery.

18.01.2022 Had a request for assistance come through yesterday about a missing person while delivering a chainsaw course at Laurieton. I asked those present were they available to assist and 12 of the 16 present said yes. The unit commanders from FPP, TAR, WGM and CHV sourced members from their units and made their way to the forward control position. On arrival there were about 30 RFS members from local brigades present. The outcome was a good one.... I just want to praise all the members present, total 30+ SES, and the RFS members who gave up their learning/ free time to work in miserable and arduous conditions. I want to acknowledge the management of each unit for their speed and efficiency in developing responders in a short time. To you all I am greatful for your support. Later yesterday we had another RFA for a person on the side of Mayall Lakes with a suspected heart attack. Access by hello could not be performed. FPP and WGM members cooperated to fulfill the task request. Job well done. Photos below by Dave Manwell from FPP Unit. See more

11.01.2022 A bit stormy this evening at Taree! If you require any assistance, call NSW SES on 132 500. For any life threatening situation, call 000. Thanks to Cheryl Goodchild from the Forster Pacific Palms Unit for allowing us to share her incredible capture.

09.01.2022 Here we go again... IDN21037 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter and Metropolitan Forecast Districts. Issued at 12:07 pm Thursday, 5 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, 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 5:00 pm AEDT Thursday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

09.01.2022 It’s definitely storm season! Here comes another! IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Hunter and parts of Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 1:56 pm Thursday, 17 December 2020. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Port Macquarie, Taree, Newcastle, Scone, Cessnock and Maitland. 117mm recorded in the 2 hours to 11:45am at Bilambil Heights. 84mm recorded in the 2 hours to 11:15am at Boat Harbour. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 5:00 pm. 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. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

08.01.2022 IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning... for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Mid North Coast, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes, Riverina, Northern Tablelands and parts of Hunter, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts. Issued at 5:37 pm Friday, 30 October 2020. SEVERE STORMS OVER THE CENTRAL INLAND A trough of low pressure is combining with an upper-level disturbance to generate unsettled condition across much of NSW. 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 Port Macquarie, Armidale, Orange, Cooma, Tamworth, Gunnedah, Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Griffith and Hay. 14.2mm of rainfall recorded at Goonumbla in the 15 minutes to 3:35pm. 42mm of rainfall recorded at Tumbarumba in the 1 hour to 4:15pm. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 8:40 pm. 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. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

07.01.2022 Remembrance Day Each year on this day we observe one minute’s silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. 1 minute... 11 am 11 November #WeRememberThem

07.01.2022 IDN21037 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning... for HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Mid North Coast and Hunter Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:07 pm Monday, 26 October 2020. HEAVY RAIN HUNTER AND LOWER MID NORTH COAST (LOCALLY VERY HEAVY) Weather Situation: A trough of low pressure off the coast is bringing heavy rain and vigorous southeasterly winds. VERY HEAVY RAINFALL is expected to lead to FLASH FLOODING about the coastal fringe of the lower mid north coast this afternoon. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is expected to continue this afternoon. The heavy rain is expected to ease later in the evening. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Maitland, Raymond Terrace, Wallsend, Toronto and Dungog. Williamtown has had 48.4 mm in 1 hour to 8 am. Wallis Lakes has had 124.5 mm in 1 hour to 2 pm. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * 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. * 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 Monday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

07.01.2022 FLOOD FORUMS TO DISCUSS MARCH EVENT MANNING POINT FORUM : Thursday 13th May, 7:00pm, Manning Point Bowling Club TAREE FORUM: Thursday 17th June, 7:00pm, Club Taree ... In the wake of major flooding in March that inundated properties, closed and damaged infrastructure, disrupted essential services and isolated communities across the Mid North Coast, the NSW SES will be hosting a series of community flood forums in 12 locations over the next 3 months. The flood forums aim to gather community feedback on the record rain and flood event and to identify opportunities for the NSW SES to partner with residents and businesses to improve local flood preparation, response and transition to recovery arrangements. The first of the forums will be for residents and businesses on Port Macquarie’s Northside on Tuesday 11th May at the NSW Rural Fire Service North Shore Station on Shoreline Drive starting at 7:00pm. Other locations for NSW SES post-event flood forums include Manning Point, Camden Haven, Lower Macleay, Wauchope, Macksville, Settlement Point and Port Macquarie CBD, Wingham, Taree, Kempsey CBD, Stuarts Point and Kendall. From the 12th March to the 27th March NSW SES volunteers across the Mid North Coast responded to 3182 calls for emergency flood and storm assistance including conducting 660 flood rescues, 178 flood isolation resupply jobs and 60 emergency medical transportations as parts of the Hastings and Manning catchments saw 1 in 100-year flood levels. NSW SES Zone Commander Chief Superintendent Stephen Patterson said, The forums will focus on learning the lessons from this major event so that we can better prepare for, respond to and cope with future flood events. Chief Superintendent Patterson continued by saying, The forums will be facilitated by an independent facilitator. After the forum participants will receive a written report summarising community feedback. The forum report will then provide a starting point to discuss the types of activities and programs that are needed to consolidate and increase community resilience. Those seeking more information on the forums can call the NSW SES Community Capability Officer, Steve Lawrence on 0404 828 494. For emergency flood and storm assistance call NSW SES on 132 500. MidCoast Council Manning River Times 2RE ABC Mid North Coast

03.01.2022 Thank you to all the wonderful members of the community that have come down and given us a hand this afternoon. Your participation in helping your local SES and community is much appreciated and greatly valued!

02.01.2022 Mitchells Island - Mid Coast Council Flood Recovery Mobile Recovery Centre and Community Meeting - Thursday 6th May 2021

02.01.2022 Do you have a plan

01.01.2022 We have four pallets of sandbags covered with tarps outside our shed roller door for any people wanting to self help overnight. Please be courteous to others and make sure you put the tarp back on the sandbags so the remaining sandbags stay dry. We have had a massive afternoon/evening and night with many calls for assistance for leaking roofs, overflowing gutters and water inundation into homes, garages and sheds. There are still a few jobs outstanding but we are trying to finish them off before calling it a night. Thank you to all the wonderful spontaneous volunteers that helped fill sandbags. A big thank you to the Tinonee RFS crew for their amazing support. A massive thank you to the Taree City SES volunteers that gave up so much of their time to help their community.

01.01.2022 IDN21033 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning... for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 7:51 pm Friday, 13 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 Scone, Glen Innes, Jackadgery, Nowendoc, Gloucester, Barrington Tops, Muswellbrook, Murrurundi and Quirindi. 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 10:55 pm. 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. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.