NSW SES Randwick Unit in Maroubra, New South Wales, Australia | Government organisation

NSW SES Randwick Unit

Locality: Maroubra, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 132500

Address: 192 Storey St 2035 Maroubra, NSW, Australia

Website: www.ses.nsw.gov.au/regions/sydney-southern/?suburbName=RANDWICK

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24.01.2022 A thunderous start to 2021 For emergency assistance during a storm or flood, call NSW SES on 132 500. If life threatening call 000.

24.01.2022 This warning is no longer current Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS... For people in Wollondilly/Wingecarribee, Greater Wollongong and parts of Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury and Sydney areas. Issued at 3:25 pm Monday, 23 November 2020 by Bureau of Meteorology 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. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

23.01.2022 Are you ready for #stormseason ? Time to #getready at home.

23.01.2022 The Bureau said it would be windy and they weren’t wrong - we’ve already had a couple of trees coming down and NSW SES has already had over 400 requests for assistance due to storm/wind damage across the state today. Our brand new light storm vehicle RWK31 is already coming in handy and is seen pictured along with RWK34 (our medium storm truck). If you require emergency assistance due to storm/wind damage, call us on 132 500. If life threatening call 000.

20.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of South Coast, Central Tablelands and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts.... Issued at 3:52 pm Friday, 25 September 2020. By Bureau of Meteorology A strong cold front is bringing gusty winds to much of NSW today. Vigorous winds are expected to continue during Saturday in the front's wake. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS, in excess of 90 km/h, are possible this evening and Saturday. Conditions are expected to ease in Sydney later this evening, and in the remainder of the warning area Saturday afternoon or evening. Locations which may be affected include Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Bowral, Katoomba and Goulburn. 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.

20.01.2022 Another warning from the Bureau... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of South Coast and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts.... Issued at 10:23 pm Tuesday, 5 January 2021 by Bureau of Meteorology Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce 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, Parramatta, Wollongong, Nowra and Bowral. The State Emergency Service advises: * Move your car under cover. * 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.

20.01.2022 Are you ready for #BigWeather? Perhaps it’s time to #GetReady Tune in to our national broadcaster ABC Australia from 8.30pm TONIGHT (or later on their iView) to watch the new Big Weather series, which was filmed with emergency services and local communities over a summer. ... For tips on preparing your home and family for #StormSeason visit the NSW SES website at: https://bit.ly/2SVzYjb

19.01.2022 On Friday afternoon we assisted Eastern Beaches Police Area Command with a land search for a missing lady in the Kensington area. Our thanks to Burwood, Canterbury, City of Sydney, Ashfield-Leichhardt, Hurstville, Kogarah, North Sydney, Marrickville, Waverley Woollahra, Ku-Ring-Gai and Mosman units for also attending. While searching, one team found an injured rainbow lorikeet, which we captured and handed over to WIRES for further care. ... The missing person has been located safe by police. #NSWSES #LandSearch #WIRES

18.01.2022 This warning is no longer current Severe Storm Warning Monitor the Bureau of Meteorology website for updates. ... http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21033.shtml

18.01.2022 Daylight saving time! Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 4 Oct 2020 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening. So remember to put your time forward 1 hour. #daylightsaving

18.01.2022 This warning is no longer current 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 by Bureau of Meteorology 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.

16.01.2022 A number of our members are achieving some great milestones and we look forward to presenting these awards as they continue to arrive from State HQ. Chris is one of our Group Officers. He looks after Logistics at the unit and is highly active in Flood Rescue. Chris recently chalked up 5 years service and was presented with a pin and certificate at our muster this week. Thanks Chris! #NSWSES #VolunteerExperience

13.01.2022 Today we pay our respects to emergency services volunteers who have sadly lost their lives while protecting their communities. The annual Emergency Services Vol...unteer Memorial Service is being held in Sydney with NSW SES, NSW Rural Fire Service, Marine Rescue NSW, and the Volunteer Rescue Association at 11am. Events such as these are a timely reminder of the selflessness and passion of our volunteers! View ceremony here https://bit.ly/3djvzjK

13.01.2022 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 by Bureau of Meteorology SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS OCCURRING WITH POSSIBLE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS 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 Newcastle, Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Orange, Bathurst, Katoomba, Dubbo and Parkes. 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.

12.01.2022 Well done Terry! #NSWSES #VolunteerExperience

12.01.2022 Member Recognition Last night we presented NSW Premiers’ Bushfire Emergency Citations to a number of our volunteers, in recognition of their assistance to the #RFS during the 2019/2020 Bushfires. A large number of our members volunteered to assist in a variety of support roles and we look forward to thanking all of these members for their service, over a number of #COVIDsafe presentations. ... If you need emergency assistance due to flood/storm damage, call NSW SES on 132 500. If life threatening, call 000. #nswses #volunteers #VolunteerExperience #recognition #bushfires

12.01.2022 UPDATE: warning withdrawn for Sydney Refer to BOM.GOV.AU for further updates. Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS... For people in Metropolitan and parts of Hunter Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:58 pm Thursday, 8 October 2020 by Bureau of Meteorology GUSTY STORMS THROUGH THE METRO AND CENTRAL COAST Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gosford, Cessnock, Sydney, Parramatta, Wyong, The Entrance, Woy Woy, Wollombi and Kulnura. 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.

11.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Fire Weather Warning for the Far North Coast, North Coast, Greater Hunter, Greater Sydney Region, Illawarra/Shoalhaven, Central Ranges, New England, Northern Slopes, North Western, Lower Central West Plains, Eastern Riverina, Southern Riverina and Northern Riverina fire areas... Issued at 3:53 pm EDT on Saturday 28 November 2020. Weather Situation Very hot and windy conditions, ahead of a cold front, are generating elevated fire dangers in parts of the southern and central inland today then over central and northeastern districts on Sunday. For the rest of Saturday 28 November: Severe Fire Danger in the following fire areas: Lower Central West Plains, Eastern Riverina, Southern Riverina and Northern Riverina For Sunday 29 November: Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following fire areas: Far North Coast, North Coast, Greater Hunter, Greater Sydney Region and North Western Very High Fire Danger is forecast for the following fire areas: Illawarra/Shoalhaven, Central Ranges, New England and Northern Slopes The NSW Rural Fire Service advises you to: Action your Bushfire Survival Plan now. Monitor the fire and weather situation through your local radio station, www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and www.bom.gov.au. Call 000 (Triple Zero) in an emergency. For information on preparing for bushfires go to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au. The next warning will be issued by 5:00 am EDT Sunday. For updates monitor: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/index.shtml

11.01.2022 Today NSW Police Force are mourning the loss of one of their own, Senior Constable Kelly Foster. She tragically lost her life yesterday whilst endeavouring to save another woman in distress at Wollangambe Canyon at Mount Wilson. Both Kelly and the other woman did not survive. Our thoughts are with all those involved in the incident and emergency services who attended. Our hearts go out to Kelly and the other woman’s family, friends and colleagues.

10.01.2022 In remembrance. Every year on 12th October, family, friends and the local community come together to remember those who were lost in the 2002 Bali Bombings. It is also a time to celebrate life and resilience. Due to COVID-19, the Bali Commemoration Ceremony was a much smaller than usual gathering this year - in order for attendees to maintain social distancing. ... NSW SES Randwick Unit provided support to Randwick City Council for the event, with regards to traffic control and marshalling. Our volunteers are always more than happy to help with this important community event. #NSWSES #Bali #BaliMemorial #Remembrance #Coogee #Randwick #SocialDistancing #COVIDsafe

09.01.2022 Remember not to drive in floodwater...

08.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology advises of another stormy day ahead for #NSW. Some #thunderstorms are likely to become severe, and warnings may be issued for gusty winds, heavy rain and large hail. Be prepared, monitor for warnings and follow advice from the NSW SES. Note: this is a forecast map, not to be confused with a Severe Weather Warning Map (they look similar!) ... Follow the Bureau’s website at BOM.GOV.AU or their twitter for the latest in warnings and weather updates. https://twitter.com/bom_nsw/status/1307582823734407170?s=21

06.01.2022 We could be in for a wet summer.

05.01.2022 Heads up for the weekend! The Bureau of Meteorology says we may be in for some unsettled weather across the state over the next few days. That means from today..., there is the potential for showers and thunderstorms across the south and eastern parts of NSW, and a strong southerly change travelling up the coast. Get prepared now by: Moving your car undercover and away from trees Securing or putting away loose items around your house, yard or balcony For emergency help in floods and storms, call NSW SES on 132 500 For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) Need more information on the simple things you and your family can do to prepare? Head to: http://bit.ly/2xJYae1 #GetReady #stormseason #storms

03.01.2022 Last Monday and the Friday prior, a number of our volunteers assisted Rescue & Bomb Disposal - NSW Police Force and NSW SES Sutherland Shire with a land search in Kurnell for a gentleman who has gone missing from Randwick. The man has not yet been found and police have appealed to the public for information on the movements of the man’s vehicle (which was found in Kurnell). For details on how to assist police, see their post: https://www.facebook.com/268145156533584/p...osts/3960073927340670/?d=n Information should not be commented on social media, but instead reported directly to police. #NSWSES #landsearch #Kurnell

01.01.2022 EARLIER: Carrington Rd was blocked in one direction at Coogee Bay Rd when this tree came crashing down this afternoon. Our chainsaw crews have attended, making safe and restoring access. Our thanks to those who did the right thing and drove to the conditions, keeping us safe (limit is 40km/hr when emergency services are working with red and blue lights) and to the pedestrians for following directions. #NSWSES #Chainsaw