SES Wonthaggi Unit in Wonthaggi, Victoria | Emergency rescue service

SES Wonthaggi Unit

Locality: Wonthaggi, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5672 2011

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24.01.2022 With the beautiful weather we’ve had this weekend we decided to treat our fleet to a bit of pampering, and with holiday season just around the corner we want to make sure we are at and looking our best. Enjoy the rest of this glorious weekend everyone

24.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the Dad’s there.

23.01.2022 The SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for HEAVY RAINFALL for people in Central and parts of South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts has b...een updated. Issued at 6:42 am Tuesday, 22 December 2020. Weather Situation: A trough over central Victoria will move eastward as a low centre develops over eastern Bass Strait. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible over western and central parts today. About central areas, rain may ease for a period this morning but will increase again in the middle of the day. Rain is then expected to ease from the west during Tuesday afternoon. Widespread rainfall totals through to Tuesday evening of around 20-40mm are expected. Localised falls of 50-70mm are possible, mainly with thunderstorms. For the Melbourne area the heaviest rainfall is expected from LATE TUESDAY MORNING until TUESDAY EVENING. Isolated thunderstorms are possible within the area of rain, further enhancing rainfall totals and rainfall rates. Locations which may be affected include Warrnambool, Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne and Bacchus Marsh. Highest rainfall totals recorded between 9am Monday and 4:45am Tuesday are: 42.8mm at Cape Nelson 39.6mm at Portland 35.4mm at Port Fairy 23.4mm at Rowville and Lang Lang The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet. * Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live. * Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline. Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDV21037.shtml

22.01.2022 A busy morning for our crews today.

22.01.2022 Today is R U OK day. In the current climate it’s all the more important to watch out for each other. So reach out to someone and check in.

21.01.2022 A SEVERE WEATHER WARNING has been issued for damaging winds across parts of Victoria on Sunday 30th August. Remember, for storm emergency assistance, call the SES on 132 500. The safest place to be during a storm is indoors. VICSES encourages the public to monitor weather conditions and if exercising, to do so either before the storm impacts or once it has passed your local area.... VICSES also encourages people to check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and to move vehicles under cover or away from trees. #staysafe #stayindoors Bureau of Meteorology https://www.ses.vic.gov.au/-/vicses-urges-public-to-prepare

20.01.2022 A matter of seconds made the difference to a postal workers life today. She had just left the vehicle before this limb broke away and pierced through the windscreen. Please be careful when parking or walking around trees with the current weather. #veryluckyescape

18.01.2022 Today is a special that that we take the time to remember those who gave everything for what we have today.

17.01.2022 That’s 30 minutes up the road. Did you know that VICSES is the control agency for Earthquake.

17.01.2022 This wind is causing a bit of a fuss. Just remember to take care on the roads if your venturing out. Take a second to review the flow chart bellow to see examples of when you should call us.

15.01.2022 Announcement: Glen Alvie Rd is currently blocked by a large pine tree, covering the entire road, approximately 6km North of the Korrumburra Wonthaggi road roundabout Bass Coast Shire and SES crews are currently in attendance.

14.01.2022 Yet another appalling act of selfishness committed by those who would rely on agencies like ours should they ever need it. The reality is, funding is scarce and a great deal of SES funding to purchase this sort of equipment is generated by the Volunteers and by generous donations from the community. Stealing from emergency services has a significant impact to both the unit and the community as a whole. In this instance, the Search and Rescue capability for a possible missing persons event in the area has now been significantly affected. Please spread the word and with any luck this critical equipment might be recovered and those responsible can be brought to justice.

13.01.2022 Tree blocking Glen Alvie road has been cleared Roads are clean through traffic as normal

12.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Distri...cts. Issued at 7:48 pm Sunday, 30 August 2020. DAMAGING WINDS ABOUT THE SOUTH GIPPSLAND COAST AND EASTERN ALPINE AREAS Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: Strong northwesterly winds ahead of a cold front moving across eastern Victoria. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 55 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of 90 to 100km/h are expected about eastern Alpine areas and the southern Gippsland coast. Gusts to 110km/h possible above 1500m. Strong winds continue across much of southern Victoria, although most areas have eased below warning threshold. Damaging winds across remaining warning areas are expected to ease late Sunday night or early Monday morning behind the cold front. Locations which may be affected include Wonthaggi, Mt Baw Baw, Falls Creek, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo. Significant gusts recorded today include: - 119km/h at Wilsons Promontory (5:36pm) - 111km/h at Mt William (2:53am) - 100km/h at Mt Hotham (5:30pm) - 98km/h at Aireys Inlet (7:24am) - 87km/h at Cape Otway (4:20pm) - 85km/h at St Kilda Harbour (7:09am) The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm AEST Sunday.

10.01.2022 What a great example of community supporting community.

08.01.2022 We were lucky with last weeks weather. But no so much this weekend. Stay dry everyone.

08.01.2022 Well, at least we had beautiful on Sunday and yesterday.

07.01.2022 After receiving authorisation from the Chief Health Officer, the Wonthaggi Unit along with other SES units around Victoria have returned to practical training. Tonight was our first session since the easing of restrictions and it feels good to be back at it. Tonight’s session went back to basics to dust off any cobwebs and we focused on tool handling and the critical first steps of the Systems Approach to Road Rescue. Despite the long break from practical skills maintenance our members performed exceptionally well

05.01.2022 More weather is on the way

05.01.2022 There is no doubt, it’s been windy.

03.01.2022 Today is World Tsunami Day! Did you know that VICSES is the control agency for tsunami? Although there is a low risk of tsunami in Victoria, it’s still important to know what to do to stay safe if a tsunami occurs.

03.01.2022 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Central, South West, North Central, West and South Gippsland, Wimmera and parts of East Gippsland, Malle...e, Northern Country and North East Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:38 am Friday, 4 December 2020. DAMAGING WINDS ON SATURDAY Stay informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: A cold front will cross Victoria on Saturday, with strong northerly winds ahead of the front, and gusty westerly winds behind the change. DAMAGING NORTH to NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50 to 70km/h with peak gusts of 100 to 110km/h are expected to develop about elevated terrain (above 500m) of Western and Central Victoria on Saturday morning, and extend to elevated parts of eastern Victoria (above 800m) during the day. Winds are likely to ease below warning thresholds in western/central parts on Saturday evening, but will continue in the Eastern Ranges during Sunday. DAMAGING NORTHERLY WINDS averaging 40 to 60km/h with peak gusts to 100km/h are expected to develop at lower elevation about southern and western districts during Saturday, followed by DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS averaging 40 to 60km/h with peak gusts of 90 as a squally wind change crosses the state during the afternoon and evening. Stronger gusts to 100km/h are likely to be associated with showers or thunderstorms. Gusts of up to 100km/h are also possible in exposed coastal locations during the afternoon and evening. Damaging westerly winds are expected to ease inland during Saturday evening, however are likely to persist in exposed coastal locations during Sunday morning. Locations which may be affected include Horsham, Warrnambool, Maryborough, Ballarat, Geelong, Melbourne and Traralgon. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency. The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Friday.

02.01.2022 Great job guys