NSW SES in Sutton, New South Wales | Community organisation

NSW SES

Locality: Sutton, New South Wales

Phone: +61 132500

Address: 19 Victoria Street 2620 Sutton, NSW, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 Members from our Unit are heading up to Brisbane this weekend to help after the hail storm hit last Saturday. This is some of the damage they will be assisting with.

24.01.2022 ROAD CLOSURE: Back Creek Road Back Creek Road in Gundaroo is now closed due to flood water over the crossing. For more information on road closures please check Yass Valley Council or https://www.yass.nsw.gov.au/our-council/news/public-notices/... Remember: NEVER WALK RIDE OR DRIVE THROUGH FLOODWATER.

22.01.2022 An absolutely beautiful monument to our Australian spirit during the tragic fires that tore through our regions last year. If you're lucky enough to make it to Batemans Bay before January 10, make sure you see this captivating display which holds artifacts from the Batemans Bay unit, which took an unfortunate blow during the Currowan Fire November 2019 - January 2020. NSW SES Batemans Bay Unit

19.01.2022 Stay safe & hydrated this weekend, it'll be a hot one!

18.01.2022 Today is World Tsunami Awareness Day, NSW SES is reminding communities along the state’s coast that, despite their rare occurrence, tsunamis are a still possibi...lity. Read more https://bit.ly/2I2ylyv There have been about 40 tsunamis recorded in NSW since 1805. World Tsunami Awareness Day, which is hosted every year on 5 November by the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction Office since its inception in 2015, aims to increase the awareness of tsunamis and their risks in coastal communities throughout the world. Be ready to mitigate, prepare and respond to tsunamis join #TsunamiDay Know your tsunami warnings, learn more https://bit.ly/2HSFD85

17.01.2022 Thunderstorms I are predicted for later today. Paired with elevated levels of pollen, be sure to stay indoors, especially if you suffer from respiratory issues.

17.01.2022 Our Sutton Unit is very excited to announce the safe arrival of baby STN57, at around 11AM this morning. Mum (Joseph) and Bub are doing great, the new addition will be a great asset to assisting the greater community.

14.01.2022 UPDATE @ 1434 23 NOV 2020 This warning has been CANCELLED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: Damaging Winds and Large Hailstones.... Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. The NSW SES 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. Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. 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. Following bushfires, the landscape may have changed: 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. Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the NSW SES on 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies call 000. For more information on this event: http://www.bom.gov.au/act/warnings/ For road closures please see the Yass Valley Council Website: https://www.yass.nsw.gov.au/our-council/news/

13.01.2022 Wear it Purple day is an opportunity to show you support for our gender and sexuality diverse young people, and raise awareness about the prevention of homophobic and transphobic bullying and youth suicide. The NSW SES promotes a diverse and inclusive volunteer experience in a three stage strategy: 1. Attract and recruit a diverse membership 2. Develop and retain a diverse membership... 3. Diversity and inclusion as part of the everyday culture of NSW SES The NSW SES diversity and inclusion strategy is a commitment to enhancing the diversity of our membership and to maintaining an inclusive and respectful culture that values different perspectives. For more information on Wear it Purple day, visit: https://www.wearitpurple.org/

13.01.2022 The bushfire response of 2019-2020 for our unit began in October, 2019, when our members up to Glen Innes and Armidale to assist with the ever growing threat of fire. Within a month, the fires had reached our doorstep, on November 29, the North Black Range fire sparked up next to Braidwood, and more of our unit was able to rise to the call. Last night we were honoured with medals, citations and certificates to commemorate our involvement, in an emergency that many of us will ...never forget. Congratulations to those that received the NSW Premier's Bushfire Emergency Citation, the NSW SES Commissioners Unit Citation, and to our two Long Service members on their recognition of over 15 years.

13.01.2022 THIS STORM WARNING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. SEVERE STORM WARNING Destructive winds, large hailstones, heavy rainfall.... A cold front is sweeping across inland NSW today, bringing strong and fast-moving storms. Severe thunderstorms may produce damaging, locally destructive 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 Canberra, Yass, Dubbo, Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Griffith, Cobar and Bourke. In case of a severe weather event, you 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. Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. 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. Following bushfires, the landscape may have changed: 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. Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the NSW SES on 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies call 000. Further information can be found here: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21033.shtml

12.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: Heavy rainfall and flash flooding. A line of severe thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast, producing heavy rainfall.... They are forecast to affect Belconnen, Canberra Civic, Queanbeyan, Tuggeranong, Hall, Gungahlin, Canberra Airport, South Canberra, Weston Creek and Woden Valley by 6:30 pm The NSW SES 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. Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. 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. Following bushfires, the landscape may have changed: 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. Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the NSW SES on 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies call 000. For more information on this event: http://www.bom.gov.au/act/warnings/ For road closures please see the Yass Valley Council Website: https://www.yass.nsw.gov.au/our-council/news/

12.01.2022 Your homework this weekend: Get your pet/s a collar with your phone number engraved. Register your pet with the NSW Government. Update your pet/s microchip details.... Share a pic of your pet/s in the comments (this is really only for our benefit ). See more

11.01.2022 With all that Heavy Rainfall we saw tonight, our unit was activated to clear a large tree that had fallen across a roadway. Great work team!

11.01.2022 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING Damaging Winds & Blizzards Another front is crossing the state, bringing a return of vigorous westerly winds.... DAMAGING WINDS exceeding gusts of 90km are likely to develop over the higher parts of the Illawarra, Southern and Central Tablelands and Alps in the morning, and are expected to continue until at least midday Sunday. BLIZZARDS are also possible over the elevated regions of 1200 metres in association with the stronger winds and snow, especially in the south. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service recommends that back country travel be postponed until conditions improve. Locations which may be affected include Wollongong, Nowra, Bowral, Braidwood, Katoomba, Goulburn, Cabramurra, Selwyn and Khancoban. The NSW SES 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. Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500. For further updates please see: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21037.shtml

11.01.2022 We are out and about this morning, checking for flooded and unsafe roads, fallen trees and of course - SNOW! If you see us in orange give us a wave, and drop your snow pics in the comments.

11.01.2022 Our hearts are with the Morton family, the Queanbeyan SES Unit and the members of Queanbeyan who celebrated the life of Mr Max Morton yesterday with a special tree planting ceremony.

10.01.2022 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING Damaging Winds. Damaging winds averaging 60-70km/h with gusts over 90km/h are expected to develop Wednesday.... For Alpine area's above 1900m, damaging winds averaging 80 km/h with peak gusts over 120 km/h with BLIZZARDS are expected. Locations which may be affected include Goulburn, Cooma, Yass, Cabramurra, Selwyn and Adaminaby. Act now and secure loose items around the house and property and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. For updates, visit: http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDN21037.shtml

10.01.2022 Road conditions may have changed due to recent severe weather and currect conditions. With rain and wind predicted to stay around well into the night, there are some things you can do to keep yourself safe on our roads. Watch out for roads affected by storms and flooding... Drive to weather conditions Driving hazards may include mud, debris, chemical spills, fallen trees and branches and damaged road surfaces NEVER walk, ride or drive through floodwater.

10.01.2022 The 2019-2020 bushfire season is one many of us won't forget. For Bungendore SES it started on the evening of November 29th, when a team helped out the NSW RFS ...by doing ember spotting patrols around Braidwood. We weren't directly on the fire front, but we provided support where we could so the RFS could fight the fires. Some of our members recently got their NSW Premier's Bushfire Emergency Citations in a small ceremony held at the shed we share with Bungendore RFS.

10.01.2022 All levels of experience at our Land Search & Rescue training this evening. It is great to be back at training with more and more members with the COVID situation improving.

10.01.2022 IF YOU KNEW WHAT WAS IN IT, YOU WOULDN’T GO IN IT NSW SES and NSW Health are asking the community to stay out of floodwater. It’s dangerous and disgusting. ...#Floodwater is filled with debris, bacteria and much more that could cause illness and injury. Roads and surfaces could wash away, and may not be seen from the surface. Know your risk http://bit.ly/2kNv2zC #GetReady NSW

09.01.2022 This year NAIDOC week is held 8 - 15 November. NAIDOC Week is a chance to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As part of these celebrations, we are pleased to have the opportunity to thank our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members for their service to NSW SES and our communities.

09.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS , for people in Illawarra, Lower Western and parts of Hunter, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, ...Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina, Upper Western, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory Districts. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are expected in western parts during Wednesday and in the east in the evening. Locations which may be affected include #Newcastle, #Gosford, #Wollongong, #Nowra, #BatemansBay, ##Goulburn, #Cobar and #BrokenHill. Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Metropolitan district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. For more information on this warning: https://bit.ly/2YcTr21

09.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Canberra for DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Canberra and Queanbeyan. Weather Situation:... The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 11:25 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Belconnen, Canberra Civic, Queanbeyan, Tuggeranong, Canberra Airport, South Canberra, Weston Creek and Woden Valley. These thunderstorms are moving towards the east. They are forecast to affect Hall and Gungahlin by 11:55 pm. Damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding 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. * 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. * 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 12:20 am Monday. A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for the Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and parts of the Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina and Snowy Mountains districts. 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 A reminder that you cannot see what destruction flood water has caused, until it's gone. Don't risk your life. If it's flooded, forget it.

07.01.2022 Congratulations to former NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons, tonight named the NSW Australian Of The Year. On accepting the award, Shane has... paid special tribute to the volunteers who worked to protect homes and lives last fire season, and particularly those who lost their lives. See more

05.01.2022 ACT Health is warning Canberrans about the potential for a thunderstorm asthma event in the ACT region today (Sunday 22 November) and tomorrow (Monday 23 Novemb...er). The warning comes as we see elevated pollen levels and the possibility of severe thunderstorms over the next two days, increasing the risk of a thunderstorm asthma event. People who suffer from hay fever or asthma are encouraged to be vigilant for any worsening of their condition. Thunderstorm asthma can be sudden, serious and even life threatening for people with asthma or hay fever. Protect yourself, or someone you care for, from risk by: staying indoors with windows and doors closed staying in air-conditioned premises, and if possible, switching the air conditioner to ‘recycle’ or ‘recirculate’ to reduce the amount of dust entering the building avoiding all vigorous exercise, especially if you have a heart or lung conditions If you experience asthma symptoms which are unrelieved by their usual asthma treatment, seek urgent medical advice. In the event of a medical emergency call 000. If it is safe to do so, check on elderly neighbours or people who you think might need extra help. For more information visit health.act.gov.au/public-health-alerts

05.01.2022 After a thunderstorm, check your property for possible damage caused. Trees can smoulder for days without showing signs of the fire burning in the trunk. It's also very valuable to know the landscape of your property, the area's which may flood and alternate access routes in case you need assistance. Photo: NSW RFS

04.01.2022 October is Mental Health awareness month. The R U OK? 'Are you Triple OK?' campaign encourages higher levels of support among peers for current and former emergency services workers and volunteers across Australia. For more information on R U OK? Day visit https://www.ruok.org.au/

04.01.2022 October 10 marks R U OK? Day. 'R U OK?' inspires and empowers everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling with life. You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. ... Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in

02.01.2022 Our Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook: December 2020 February 2021 is out today, and shows that large parts of NSW west of the Great Dividing Range face ab...ove normal fire conditions, as well as grassland areas of the ACT and into north eastern Victoria. Grass and crop fires are the main concern in these locations for the summer months as the growth dries out in the warmer weather. WA has largely missed out on the rainfall in 2020 and conditions are very dry, with parts of the south and south west coasts expecting above normal fire conditions through summer. Full details https://bit.ly/2KwcksI #bushfireoutlook AFAC News Bureau of Meteorology Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES NSW Rural Fire Service ACT Emergency Services Agency Vic Emergency CFA (Country Fire Authority) Forest Fire Management Victoria Tasmania Fire Service SA Country Fire Service Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Bushfires NT

02.01.2022 The 2019-20 bush fire season was the most challenging NSW has ever faced - and took an enormous toll on communities across the state. After major events like th...is, we conduct community research to better understand how people prepared and responded to the fires. You may have been impacted by the fires, or you may have been travelling in an area that was impacted. Through the UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia and the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, we are keen to hear from you. Complete the online survey at http://bit.ly/nswbushfiresearch Pic: Martin Von Stoll

02.01.2022 They shall not grown old, as those that are left grow old, Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the Sun, and in the morning we shall remember. Lest we forget.

02.01.2022 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

01.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS, for people in South West Slopes, Riverina and parts of Southern Tablelands, Central West Slop...es and Plains, Lower Western and Upper Western Districts. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include #WaggaWagga, #Albury, #Deniliquin, #Griffith, #Hay and #Cobar. For more information on this warning, visit the @bureauofmeteorology: https://bit.ly/2ICJXbT #nswses #storms

01.01.2022 Large animals and large numbers of animals require special consideration when it comes to emergency planning. Don’t wait and see what happens in the morning take some advice from farmer Peter: https://youtu.be/H2IIo3EkFzs www.getreadyanimals.nsw.gov.au #GetReadyAnimals