Port Lincoln State Emergency Service in Port Lincoln, South Australia | Non-profit organisation

Port Lincoln State Emergency Service

Locality: Port Lincoln, South Australia

Phone: +61 427 975 396

Address: 28 Mathew Place 5606 Port Lincoln, SA, Australia

Website: www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home.jsp

Likes: 2050

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Non-profit organisation
• Community organisation
• Government organisation
• Emergency rescue service

25.01.2022 From Wednesday 5 August, new restrictions will come into effect in South Australia: . [Gatherings in private homes] Gatherings in private homes will be limi...ted to 10 people. This limit includes people living in the home. If more than 10 people reside in the home, they cannot have visitors. . [Standing hospitality] Consumption of food and/or drink must be seated. No consumption of food and/or drink is permitted at a bar, even if seated. Food and beverages at recreational facility (eg mini-golf, pool hall, tenpin bowling, high ropes course, etc.) must be consumed at an area separate from a bar/where orders are taken and within the group that are attending the facility. . All existing directions and other information can be found here: https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/emergency-declarations See more

25.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a fire weather warning http://www.bom.gov.au/sa/warnings/fire.shtml

25.01.2022 Welcome to the new members at Cummins State Emergency Service we look forward to undertaking joint training sessions with you in the near future.

25.01.2022 Heading off camping, bushwalking or planning to enjoy our parks this weekend? Here are some tips from us to help keep you safe when spending time in bushland s...ettings. Before you set out: Make sure you wear enclosed footwear and long pants Carry at least two large elasticised crepe bandages Brush up on your CPR skills Keep your mobile phone with you and ensure it is fully charged If someone has been bitten by a snake: Remember to treat all snake bites as serious Keep the patient still no walking! Immediately call Triple Zero (000) for an ambulance Quickly and firmly apply a broad pressure bandage over the entire length of the bitten limb. Note on the bandage roughly where the snake bite is Be alert for changes in the patient’s condition, like sudden cardiac arrest.

24.01.2022 Everyday our SES volunteers work collaboratively with other emergency service organisations to help the community in their time of need. This Saturday, SES Swif...twater Rescue Technician Jayme will be participating in the SmartBar Walk for a Veteran with PTS. This event seeks to raise funds and awareness for Veteran and emergency services mental health programs to support those who have been there to help you. Jayme will be completing the 35km walk through the Adelaide Hills in full swiftwater attire (thats a 3/5mm wetsuit, PFD and operational equipment!). Donations received through Walk for a Veteran with PTS go to: The Royal Society for the Blind, Operation K9, Heroes on the Homefront (HOTH), Australian Professional Firefighters Foundation (APFF) and CFS Foundation. If you would like to support Veterans and emergency service volunteers and staff to maintain positive mental health and continue to assist our communities, please follow the link: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/231555/jayme-moreland

24.01.2022 ***UPDATE***: We understand there are several questions that you may have right now. Please read the dot points below that outline what has been announced today.... As soon as the new direction is finalised, updates will be provided. Until such time, we can only provide the information already included in this post. We thank you for your patience. We are working hard to get this information to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your questions and your patience in relation to the current COVID-19 Stay at Home Direction. This sudden change in Direction is based upon new information that we have received in relation to the Parafield Cluster. We understand this may cause some confusion and we'll endeavour to provide you with information as it becomes available. Our actions have been based upon health advice to ensure the safety of the South Australian community and we thank the public for their support and patience during this period. Here is what we can tell you: As of 12pm today, Friday 20 November 2020 exercise outside of your home with members of your household is permitted. Masks are not mandatory but are encouraged. Schools will re-open on Monday 23 November 2020. We will continue to review all Directions with the aim to open the borders to VIC on 1 December as originally planned and further open our state by reducing restrictions. As of 12:01am on Sunday 22 November (Midnight Saturday) we will revert back to similar restrictions that were in place on Monday 16 November 2020. This includes: 1 person per 4 square metres will apply. No dancing or vertical consumption. Updated gathering provision numbers being: Onsite purchase and consumption of food and beverages- 100 people maximum and no more than 10 people at each table. Funerals- 50 people maximum Weddings- 150 people maximum and registration of all guests with SA Health Religious ceremonies (not including a wedding or funeral)- 100 people maximum Private gatherings- 50 people maximum Private residence- 10 people per house (unless more than 10 people permanently reside at the residence) All food and beverages will need to be consumed while seated. Personal care workers will need to wear masks. Gyms are permitted to reopen. We appreciate that there is a lot to understand as things are changing. Please stay connected to this page and the www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/ website as we work on the new Direction and update all information as quickly as possible.

24.01.2022 Want to live the volunteer experience? The Port Lincoln SES Unit Volunteer Recruitment Night is on tonight 7pm at SES headquarters 28 Mathew Place see you there!

23.01.2022 Just after 1pm today Port Lincoln State Emergency Service received a request for assistance for a vessel that suffered mechanical issues at Mclaren Point. Three marine crew responded with two communications members at the unit. The vessel was located just south of McLaren point in the cove. On a rival they assessed the situation and commenced a tow to return back to Billy light boat ramp.... Many thanks to both the volunteers and their employers who allow them to respond during business hours to keep our community safe.

23.01.2022 Port Lincoln State Emergency Service volunteers responded to assist a vessel between Point Sir Isaac and Coles Point after midday yesterday. Once the vessel was located Yakata 81 commenced the tow around 5pm arriving back to the sheltered waters of Coffin Bay at 8pm. A communications crew maintained radio contact throughout the tow plotting the progress on a marine chart.... Part of the restorage of our vessels required a crew to meet Yakata back in Port Lincoln Marina for refueling from the fuel trailer and being put back on the Aqua boat lift ready for the next request for assistance. So as you can see being a volunteer in the SASES is a team effort, from being on the water to radio communications to refueling. Many thanks to all volunteers who responded today, your commitment to your community doesn't go unnoticed. To all employers who allowed our members to respond we appreciate your ongoing support.

23.01.2022 UPDATE: The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for DAMAGING WINDS for the Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower Eyre Peninsula..., Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, North West Pastoral and parts of the West Coast, Flinders, Riverland, Murraylands and Upper South East districts. Hot and windy ahead of a gusty southwesterly cooler change over western Eyre Peninsula extending eastwards, reaching Yorke Peninsula and Eastern Eyre Peninsula this evening, and the Mid North and Mount Lofty Ranges districts around midnight or in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Stay indoors and away from windows when conditions are severe, and don’t forget to bring pets inside to keep them safe! For SES assistance, call 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately. For more information, visit http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDS21037.shtml

23.01.2022 Whether its a tree on your home, a building impact, a road crash rescue, a search and rescue, supporting operations, a marine rescue, or so much more, our volu...nteers always show courage and tenacity by never giving up. Were committed to keeping South Australians safe. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home/volunteer.jsp

22.01.2022 Its R U OK? Day, a day that reminds and encourages us to ask our family, friends and peers Are you OK?, allowing us to meaningfully connect with people and s...upport anyone struggling with life. This is such an important question to ask, and we encourage our volunteers and staff to have these conversations with each other and at home to support one another. Were always there to help, so lets make sure we help each other and ask R U OK? For more information about today and tips on how to start the conversation, visit the R U OK? website. https://www.ruok.org.au/

22.01.2022 We thought it was time to show some of what our volunteers have been up to recently. Check it out! Well done to all our volunteers for their hard work to train ...and be ready to respond 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Congratulations to the Western Adelaide SES Unit members who received their 5 Year Meritorious Certificates, with one also receiving the Premier’s Certificate of Recognition for outstanding volunteer servicewe thank you for your ongoing dedication to the SASES as well as your community. Whether you live in the metro or regional parts of South Australia, you’ll find a place here at the SA State Emergency Service. Learn more on our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home/volunteer.jsp Photos: Western Adelaide SES, Port Lincoln State Emergency Service, Sturt State Emergency Service, Renmark/Paringa State Emergency Service, Prospect SES

22.01.2022 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warningfor DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS For people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Riverland, Murraylands and parts of Upper South East, Lower South East, North West Pastoral and North East Pastoral districts.... Issued at 10:32 am Tuesday, 18 August 2020. Very windy tonight Weather Situation: A vigorous front associated with a complex low pressure system will sweep across the State this evening and early Wednesday morning. The front will first impact western coasts from late this afternoon then move eastwards to reach central parts including Adelaide around midnight. Damaging wind gusts in excess of 90 km/h are likely with squally showers and thunderstorms for a period ahead of and following the front as it moves across the warning area. In addition, localised destructive wind gusts in excess of 120 km/h are a risk with stronger showers and thunderstorms, mainly about western facing coastal areas with and just ahead of the front. Damaging winds averaging 50-70 km/h at times are also possible away from shower activity. The threat of severe winds will move eastwards and ease later Wednesday morning. A cold, fresh to strong west to southwesterly airstream with scattered showers will persist. For the Adelaide area, the main risk period of severe winds will exist from around 9 pm tonight, through to around 3 am Wednesday morning. Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Ceduna, Maitland, Murray Bridge and Kingscote. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Keep clear of fallen power lines; * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm ACST Tuesday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureaus 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 What a year 2020 has been so far. Can you believe weve made it halfway through the year already? From the beginning of January to the end of June, weve receiv...ed over 3,300 requests for assistancemore than half of the 2019 total! These included: - over 1,500 trees down - over 1000 related to severe weather and flooding salvages - over 200 road crash rescues and vehicle recoveries - over 100 rescues, including 36 marine search and rescues - over 100 related to building impacts and collapses - over 150 requests to assist other emergency services, including assisting South Australia Police with searches over 20 times. This year has already been a busy one for our volunteers and staff, and were sure it will continue to be busy. Our volunteers provided assistance through base camps, logistics and more during the Kangaroo Island and Adelaide Hills bushfires. And, they are currently being trained up to be prepared during this unprecedented time to ensure they can provide support to our SA Ambulance Service peers through the COVID-19 response. A big thank you to our hardworking volunteers who continue to provide amazing support to their communities and fellow South Aussies. And, we also thank their families for their ongoing support.

21.01.2022 Do you know what to do when a severe storm hits? As we head into the summer storm season, watch this animation to learn how you can be best prepared. Find more information about preparing for storms on our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/storm.jsp

21.01.2022 You cant beat a snag on a cold day.... we are at Bunnings until 5pm Drop in and say gday to our SES Volunteers cooking up a storm...

21.01.2022 For effective anchoring, we need to consider depth, tide, weather, current, swing and unseen obstructions that might be lurking. Maintaining an anchor watch also helps.

20.01.2022 Our volunteers are still out and about undertaking a variety of training, celebrating milestones, engaging with the community and responding to requests for ass...istance. Thank you to our dedicated volunteers for always being ready to respond and help fellow South Aussies. Interested in volunteering with us? Visit our website and fill out our online volunteer registration form or give us a call on 1300 364 587. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home/volunteer.jsp Photos: Bordertown State Emergency Service, Clare State Emergency Service, Coober Pedy Mine Rescue/SES, Keith State Emergency Service, Port Lincoln State Emergency Service, Renmark/Paringa State Emergency Service, Salisbury State Emergency Service, South Coast State Emergency Service and Western Adelaide SES

20.01.2022 Huge thanks to SA State Emergency Service and NSW SES for lending a hand in the Ipswich region today They will be out and about with crews from across the s...tate as they continue to assist those affected by the severe storms in south east Queensland. The incredible amount of support ensures we will get to those who need assistance as soon as we can but some of the tasks are quite complex so we ask for patience and understanding. See more

19.01.2022 In preparation for the up and coming fire season the Port Lincoln State Emergency Service under took their burnover drill training tonight which allows us to operate on the fire ground if required. It commenced with a presentation by District Officer Eyre Paxton Barr followed by a practical drill. In one of the latter photographs shows what it looks like from inside the rescue truck underneath a fire blanket.... SES support SA Police and the Country Fire Service throughout the fire season undertaking welfare, water and equipment drops assisting with traffic management and transportation.

19.01.2022 Come and support Port Lincoln State Emergency Service #volunteers at Bunnings tomorrow we are going to be cooking up a storm (no pun intended). Sausage sizzle from 8 a.m. till 5pm raising funds for up and coming projects within the unit. Please practice 1.5m social distancing rule and hand hygiene. We are following covid-19 requirements as set out by SA health and Bunnings with the serving of food and the handling of drinks and money.... See you there

18.01.2022 Members from Port Lincoln and Tumby Bay State Emergency Service joined forces tonight to undertake land search training at Brinkworth reserve in Port Lincoln. Exercise message only: A call was received from SA police to assist them in undertaking a land and contact search in the reserve for various items. Teams were given areas to search and over the training session they were able to locate all the items.... Many thanks to the volunteers from Port Lincoln and Tumby Bay SES units who freely give their time to our community and other emergency services 24/7 365 days a year.

18.01.2022 Some of the Port Lincoln SES Volunteers were fortunate enough to spend time with Stewart Lambert at the state rescue challenge a number of years ago an incredible a wealth of knowledge you wont be forgotten. Rest in Peace Stuart

17.01.2022 Thought about volunteering for the SES but not sure if theres a position for you? There are many different roles and positions available to volunteers at the S...ASES, including operational and non-operational roles. Whether its securing damaged buildings and structures; rescuing injured or trapped people due to storms, floods and weather events; assisting with communications and logistics during emergencies; providing business and administration support; community engagement; and so much more, youll find yourself a place in the SES family. To find a volunteering position that perfectly matches your volunteering goals, visit our website and fill in our volunteer registration form or give us a call on 1300 364 587. Find more information about volunteer positions on our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//volunte/volunteer_positions.jsp

17.01.2022 A short video from inside Yakata on the Eastern side of Boston Island out training today.

16.01.2022 Paddy has had a busy day at Cummins State Emergency Service Open Day today. He has helped members from Port Lincoln State Emergency Service get to Cummins, help...ed Tumby Bay State Emergency Service haul a stretcher up from the bottom of a hole, driven a UTV and felt like the king of the world on a boat. Thankfully Danni was on hand to help Paddy find his keys after he lost them in the sand pit so he could go home. There are so many different roles and opportunities within the SA State Emergency Service for people to do. Find out more at www.ses.sa.gov.au

16.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the dads, step-dads, granddads #fathersday2020

16.01.2022 With the Bureau of Meteorology declaring a La Niña event, it means we should be preparing for lots of rain, which means floods. We’ve already seen flooding in t...he north of the state, so we all need to stay prepared to make sure you keep yourself, your family, your friends and your community safe. We’ve got resources that will help, including a checklist, brochure, Easy English guide and translated resources in a range of languages. You can find all this on our website, so you can download and print them to keep them handy. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/about_us/sases_resources.jsp

15.01.2022 Our volunteers are always here for you when you need us24 hours a day, every day of the year. Whether its a tree resting on your bed, your roof travelling dow...n the street or rain flooding your lounge room, give us a call on 132 500. Remember, if its life-threatening, call 000 immediately. Want to know more about when to call 132 500? Visit our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//incide/when_to_call_132_500.jsp

15.01.2022 If you were unable to get to the information night this week and youre still keen to join the group of new recruits please contact the Unit Duty Officer before Wednesday this week on 0427975396. Nathan from Port Pirie SES Carpenter by trade and SES Volunteer.

15.01.2022 Port Lincoln State Emergency Service volunteers undertook joint road crash rescue training with the South Australian Ambulance Service volunteers from Coffin Bay along side of relieving team leader from Ceduna. The scenario was set with two persons trapped in the front seats of a four-wheel drive with spinal injuries. A risk assessment was undertaken by the incident controller team leader and crew with a plan for extrication agreed upon with SA Ambulance Service volunteers. P...ort Lincoln SES regularly train with SA Ambulance Service volunteers and career staff in road crash rescue land search operations and vertical rescue. Many thanks to volunteers from Port Lincoln SES and SA ambulance service and staff who trained last night keeping our community safe in times of emergency or disaster.

15.01.2022 Thought about volunteering for the SES but not sure if there’s a position for you? If you’re in the Cummins area on Sunday 18 October between 10am and 4pm, you ...can come along to the Cummins SES Unit Open Day and find out! Learn about how the SES use drones and the role our volunteers play in areas such as vertical rescue, specialist search and large animal rescue. Looking for more information? Visit our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//18/cummins_ses_unit_open_day.jsp

15.01.2022 Port Lincoln State Emergency Service marine crew responded to a vessel which suffered mechanical issues and required a tow. The vessel was located near Grantham Island late yesterday afternoon and towed back to Billy light boat ramp. Many thanks to all crew who responded yesterday keeping our community safe.

15.01.2022 Total Fire Bans have been declared for Tuesday 10 November 2020 in the following Fire Ban Districts: Northwest Pastoral - Severe West Coast - Severe Eastern Eyr...e Peninsula - Severe Lower Eyre Peninsula - Severe Yorke Peninsula - Extreme Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow. The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan. FIRE DANGER RATING Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire. Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Severe, well prepared and actively defended houses can offer safety during a fire. If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option. In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions. Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight. Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions. For further information contact the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361 or visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au

14.01.2022 This week is NAIDOC Week, a time to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme Always Was, Alw...ays Will Be recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Today, throughout this week and every day of the year, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather across the state. For more information about NAIDOC Week, visit https://www.naidoc.org.au/

13.01.2022 From all of us here at the SA State Emergency Service, we wish you all a very happy Christmas. Enjoy the festivities, have fun and stay safe. Thank you to all o...ur SES volunteers for always being there for the SA community. If you need us, call 132 500. Our volunteers are always here for you. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.

12.01.2022 It’s going to get warmer as we head into the new year! Take steps to keep cool and stay hydrated, like drinking plenty of water and wearing loose, light-coloured clothing. Visit our website for more cool tips for this summer season. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/heatwave/

12.01.2022 In everything we do, our volunteers collaborate and engage with each other to create solutions together. It is through this teamwork that we can ensure a person... and/or community is safe during an emergency. Our commitment: keeping South Australians safe. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home/volunteer.jsp

12.01.2022 REMINDER: The Cummins State Emergency Service Open Day is on this Sunday from 10am-4pm. If you’re in the Cummins area and looking for something to do, why not c...heck it out? You’ll see the many attractions featuring the services SES provides to keep the community safe, including drones, vertical rescue, specialist search, large animal rescue, and more! Learn more on our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//18/cummins_ses_unit_open_day.jsp

11.01.2022 Need emergency SES assistance? Call 132 500. Our volunteers are always here for you when you need us24 hours a day, every day of the year. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.

11.01.2022 Fire authorities are concerned about home fireworks on New Year’s Eve. They fear illegal use in the absence of a major sky show will cause serious injuries and ...fires. Watch the full press conference here. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

11.01.2022 It’s normal to feel worried during times of uncertainty. If you need talk to someone about how you are feeling, please reach out to our network of specialist se...rvices who are here to help. Visit our COVID-19 Mental Health support web portal for resources, including online chat services, and more information: www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/COVID19MentalHealthSupport.

10.01.2022 Weve got some windy weather forecast, so its time to take action and be prepared. A couple of things you can do now include securing loose items in your yard ...so they dont end up where they shouldnt be and parking your car under cover and well away from trees. Remember, if you need us, call us on 132 500 and our volunteers will be there. If its a life-threatening emergency, call 000. For more handy tips on what to do before a storm, visit our website. http://ow.ly/kIF750Be87M

09.01.2022 Weve got some strong winds on the way across South Australia, so its time to start thinking about how you can prepare. Loose items around your home can be blo...wn into the air and cause damage to your or your neighbours property. Keep your trampolines, deck chairs, pots and more from flying away by securing them or putting them away. If you need emergency SES assistance, call us on 132 500. If its a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. For more tips on how to prepare for stormy weather, visit our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/storm.jsp

07.01.2022 Is your vehicle electric, hybrid or hydrogen powered? Make sure you have safety labels fixed to both of your number plates its a legal requirement and it hel...ps keep our emergency service first responders safe. For further information and to order labels, please visit: https://www.sa.gov.au//vehicle/number-plate-warning-labels

07.01.2022 Our volunteers continue to be busy, undertaking a variety of training to ensure they can be prepared to respond to emergencies and keep communities safe. This t...raining included road crash rescue with our peers at SA Ambulance Service, rescue in scrubland and more! We also congratulate and say farewell to Jack from Enfield State Emergency Service after receiving his ten year service medal. Thank you to all our volunteers for their ongoing commitment to keep communities safe. Interested in volunteering with us? Visit our website and fill in our volunteer registration form or give us a call on 1300 364 587. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home/volunteer.jsp Photos: Port Lincoln State Emergency Service, Metro South State Emergency Service, Enfield State Emergency Service

07.01.2022 When theres strong winds around, trees and their branches can sometimes fall and cause damage to whats beneath them. Always be prepared by trimming trees and ...branches that could fall on your home or property. And, if its windy, park your car under cover and well away from trees. But, if a tree decides to rest on your home, our volunteers are here to help. Call 132 500 for SES assistance. If its a life-threatening situation, call 000 immediately. Looking for more ways to be prepared for a storm? Visit our website for some handy tips. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/storm.jsp

07.01.2022 Its time for a quiz to test your knowledge on todays topic: cars and floodwater. How many centimetres of water does it take for a small car to begin to float?... A) 5cm B) 15cm C) 25cm D) 35cm Keep an eye out later this afternoon for the answer!

07.01.2022 This week, we introduced you to four men who are a part of the SASESJames, volunteer and Unit Manager at the Port Pirie SES Unit; Dave, volunteer at the Port L...incoln SES Unit; Desmond, volunteer at the Sturt SES Unit; and Ian, volunteer and Unit Manager at the Eastern Suburbs SES Unit. Today, we’d like to give a special thanks to all menfathers, sons, brothers, uncles and husbandswho dedicate their time to the SES as volunteers and/or employees. Let’s talk about men today by celebrating male role models, improving male health and more! For more information about International Men’s Day, visit https://www.internationalmensday.info/ #IMD2020 #talkingaboutmen

07.01.2022 Looking for something to watch? New ABC TV + iview Series Big Weather (and how to survive it), hosted by Craig Reucassel, explores how big weather events have s...haped our nation’s story, why they are getting more intense and more frequent, and why it’s more important than ever we are all prepared for big weather emergencies. #ReadyTogether

07.01.2022 What can we do to keep stopping the spread of COVID-19? Our Chief Public Health Officer, Professor Nicola Spurrier, explains how important it is to get tested a...nd stay at home if you have any of the following symptoms, even if the symptoms are very mild: - fever - cough - fatigue - sore throat - runny nose - shortness of breath - loss of taste or smell. Its also VERY important to: - Practice good hand hygiene. - Keep 1.5 metres distance from others wherever and whenever possible.

07.01.2022 Severe weather warning Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warningfor DAMAGING WINDS... For people in West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Kangaroo Island and parts of Mount Lofty Ranges, Lower South East and North West Pastoral districts. Issued at 4:55 pm Sunday, 6 September 2020. Weather Situation: A strong high is centred in the Tasman Sea. A trough of low pressure will move across the west of the State on Monday and is expected to reach Nullarbor mid afternoon and a line near Tarcoola to Parndana late evening. Damaging north to northwesterly winds, averaging 50-65 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h, are forecast in the warning area from mid Monday morning. Winds will turn west to southwesterly and ease west of the trough. Locations which may be affected include Port Lincoln, Mount Gambier, Ceduna, Maitland, Kingscote and Victor Harbor. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm ACST Sunday. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureaus 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 Happy New Year from the SA State Emergency Service to all South Australians! A big thank you to all our volunteers for their fantastic work throughout 2020 and ...their families for their ongoing support. Our volunteers give up their time for the community whenever needed, including special days like today, and have adapted during this unprecedented year to continue to keep South Aussies safe. We hope you get to enjoy time with your family this holiday season.

07.01.2022 Our volunteers are always ready to respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. So, when rain outside turns into rain inside, call 132 500 for emergency SES assistance.

06.01.2022 Fireworks & Fire crackers start bush fires! Rural grasslands is at 100% curing, which means the ground and vegetation is very dry with no moisture. It will bur...n very easily and very quickly depending on the fuel load and weather conditions. Although tonight's NYE weather conditions are mild, with cloud cover, there will be wind around and remember, the ground is VERY dry... one spark is all it will take to start a grass fire or scrub fire... please be sensible! Bring in a safe New Year!

06.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island and parts of Murraylands, North West Pastoral and North East Pastoral districts.... DAMAGING NORTH TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50-65 km/h at times, with wind gusts around 90 km/h are expected in the west early this afternoon. This area of damaging winds will extend eastwards across central and eastern parts of the warning area, including the Mount Lofty Ranges, overnight. Overnight, damaging winds are most likely over elevated ground and southeastern slopes. Reduced visibility with areas of dust are also possible in western parts of the warning area today and northeastern parts on Wednesday. Winds will gradually ease in western parts of the warning area during the evening as winds turn west to southwesterly behind the cold front. Locations which may be affected include Cook, Port Lincoln and Cleve extending to Strathalbyn, Murray Bridge and Hawker overnight. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe.

06.01.2022 Exercise message only! SA Police have recieved a report from a member of the public that they could hear a person yelling for help below the Parnkalla Trail just North of the Information Bay Lincoln Highway. Please undertake a coastline search by water using the Foward Looking Infra Red FLIR. A risk assessment was undertaken it was deemed the tide was too high to safely search along the waters edge can you deploy a land crew to commence a trail search.... This exact training scenario was undertaken by Port Lincoln State Emergency Service volunteers on Wednesday night. If this is something that is of interest to you then wee look foward to seeing you at the recruitment information session next Wednesday night 29th of July at 7 p.m. at the Port Lincoln SES Unit Matthew Place.

05.01.2022 Port Lincoln SES team building exercise - Joint vertical / marine / land crew. The objective was to lower and retrieve as many members from the wharf using the larkin rescue frame to touch the water before being retrieved again by a land based crew under the direction of Richard one of our vertical rescue specialists. This was a highly successful team building experience for all members rotating through hauling crew, safety line, mainline positions.... Marine vessel Lincoln 82 was used as safety on the water. An excellent training session.

05.01.2022 Did you know that the SA State Emergency Service is a Enterprise Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Our RTO Code is 40242. This ensures we can provide quality-assured nationally recognised training and qualifications to all our volunteers. We do not provide this training to the public. The training provided for SES members may include: Rescue skills: land, marine, swiftwater, vertical, search and rescue Storm damage relief... Communications/radio operation Map reading and navigation Operations Centre duties Reconnaissance and observation Leadership and instructional methods Fill out the Volunteer Registration Form https://www.ses.sa.gov.au//volu/volunteer_registration.jsp or call 1300 364 587 for information about volunteering with the SASES.

04.01.2022 Whether its a storm or flood warning, staying informed can help you keep yourself and others safe. To keep up-to-date with the latest information, updates and ...advice, monitor: - our warnings on our website - our social media - the Bureau of Meteorology website and social media - local media, which you can find on the ABC website: https://www.abc.net.au/local/ - other reliable sources, such as other state government social media channels. More tips on how to be prepared for storms and floods can be found on our website. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/site/home.jsp

04.01.2022 Severe weather warning IDS21037 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... Severe Weather Warningfor DAMAGING WINDS For people in Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula and parts of West Coast and North West Pastoral districts. Issued at 4:55 pm Monday, 9 November 2020. Hot and windy across western and central SA on Tuesday. Strong to locally damaging northerly winds, averaging 50-65 km/h with gusts of 90-100 km/h, are forecast to develop over the warning area during Tuesday morning. Winds will ease from mid afternoon ahead of a cooler southwesterly change. Gusty, possibly severe thunderstorms are also expected across parts of the warning area during the afternoon and evening. Locations which may be affected include Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Ceduna, Maitland, Wudinna, Cleve and Woomera. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move vehicles under cover or away from trees; * Secure or put away loose items around your property. * Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm ACDT Monday.

04.01.2022 As part of contingency planning for a potential second wave of COVID-19, SAAS is gaining support from other agencies. A group of SA State Emergency Service volu...nteers have put their hand up to bolster our frontline theyve been trained in driving our ambulance fleet, infection control, CPR and other emergency response requirements. The first batch of training was completed last week, with a second batch scheduled for mid-July. For now, SAAS will maintain normal operations, but we are prepared to engage other agencies in our response, if we do experience a peak in demand due to COVID-19. Thank you to our emergency service colleagues for their eagerness to support our crews and patients. #weareatworkforyou

03.01.2022 Spring has sprung! Weve seen both sunny and wintry weather over the last couple of weeks, and our volunteers continue to be out in all types of weather helping... the community. From fallen trees and large animal rescues to vehicle recoveries and marine rescues, our volunteers are highly trained in many ways to keep South Australian communities safe. Well done and thank you to our amazing volunteers for their ongoing commitment and hard work, no matter the weather. Photos: Mount Barker State Emergency Service, Port Lincoln State Emergency Service, South Coast State Emergency Service and Sturt State Emergency Service

02.01.2022 ***Recruiting Now *** July 29 7 PM-8 PM Port Lincoln SES are actively recruiting for new members some of the benefits of volunteering: Free nationally recognized training Meet new people from your local area... Utilize existing skills in an emergency service environment Learn how to work in a team and effectively communicate Experience things you cant experience elsewhere Help the community Its also a chance to meet with our volunteers ask questions and look over our Rescue equipment and facilities. Please register your interest by calling the Unit Duty Officer on 0427975396. We look forward to meeting with you on the night. See more

02.01.2022 Storms, floods and heat can impact all of us, whether we are at home, at work wherever you are. Remember, if you need us, call 132 500. Our volunteers are alw...ays here for you24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Keep up-to-date with the weather in SA by visiting the Bureau of Meteorology website and visit our website for tips to be prepared. https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/

02.01.2022 We often get enquiries as to the types of requests for assistance Port Lincoln State Emergency Service attend to.

02.01.2022 In the lead up to International Men’s Day this Thursday, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the men at the SA State Emergency Service. They will share some of... the highlights of being an SES volunteer as well as what they would say to others out there who are thinking about joining the SES. Say hello to Desmond, a volunteer at the Sturt SES Unit. Enlisting in the SASES was possibly the best decision I made since my wife and I moved to SA last year. The SASES provided me with an opportunity to learn and understand the Australian culture through engagement with unit members and with the community at large. There is a great sense of camaraderie and partnership between members and the same is awarded to new members creating a very inclusive and welcoming environment. Desmond says to others out there thinking about joining the SES that there are opportunities to network, upskill and review skills, engage and interact with the community, increase social inclusion, develop a new sense of purpose and motivation, build self-confidence and self-esteem, and much more!

02.01.2022 Volunteers from the Port Lincoln State Emergency Service have responded to their second request for assistance for the day. The first call came early this morning where a vehicle became bogged in the Lincoln National Park. We responded a crew to its location and were able to assess that we could assist by clearing sand, using Maxtrax and airbag to get the vehicle onto hard ground. Remember when travelling through any of our national parks to keep an eye for the wildlife wh...o want to get in on the action. The second request for assistance was to a single vehicle rollover between Mt Hope and Sheringa. En route we received a stop call that the person was out of the vehicle and being treated by SA Ambulance. Many thanks to the volunteers from the Port Lincoln State Emergency Service on call 24/7 365 days a year ready to respond.