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NSW SES Wellington Unit

Locality: Wellington, New South Wales

Phone: +61 132500

Address: Cnr Arthur and Gisborne Street 2820 Wellington, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES and DAMAGING WINDS For people in Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Mid North Coast, North West Slopes and Plains and Central West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts.... Issued at 12:20 pm Tuesday, 26 November 2019. GUSTY THUNDERSTORMS FOR EASTERN NSW AND ACT Weather Situation: A cold front crossing the state is generating gusty thunderstorms. This front is expected to move out to sea later this evening. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and damaging winds over the next several hours in the Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, Central Tablelands and parts of the Mid North Coast, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains and Central West Slopes and Plains districts. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Orange and Dubbo. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds over the next several hours in the South Coast, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of the Central Tablelands districts. Locations which may be affected include Batemans Bay, Eden, Canberra, Goulburn, Cooma and Yass. Moss Vale recorded a 98 km/h wind gust at 11:44am. Canberra Airport recorded a 89 km/h wind gust at 12:07pm. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 3:20 pm. If severe thunderstorms develop in Sydney Newcastle Wollongong or surrounding areas or Canberra and Queanbeyan, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in these areas. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcas

22.01.2022 Today several of our Unit Members have been assisting with RFS Operations in and around the Lithgow area by completing various tasks. Ensure you stay up to date with fire activity: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me Follow: NSW Rural Fire Service... Traffic info: www.livetraffic.com Follow: Live Traffic NSW

22.01.2022 Today Dugald Saunders MP attended the Wellington Unit to handover a grant for an Automated External Defibrillator, while ensuring our social distancing. This AED will significantly increase our ability to assist members of the Community and NSW SES during medical emergencies during day to day business, rescue callouts and major events hosted by the Unit like Wellington Wombats where in excess of 200 NSW SES Volunteers attended annually for a major cave rescue exercise.

22.01.2022 ( ) This Wednesday and Thursday forecast of heavy rainfall has the potential to cause minor to moderate flooding along the Tumut River and minor flooding along the Bell and Belubula River and Molong Creek from Wednesday onwards. A minor flooding is current for the Bogan River at Gongolgon.... Widespread rain with embedded thunderstorms is forecast to develop across the west and south of the state on Wednesday and then move towards the east on Thursday. This system may bring heavy falls to parts of the central and southern ranges and adjacent western slopes. This rainfall has the potential to cause localised and riverine flooding from Wednesday onwards. Flood Classes (minor, moderate, major) are only defined for catchments where the Bureau provides a flood warning service. Catchments likely to be affected include: Orange, Molong and Bell River (MINOR FLOODING) Belubula River (MINOR FLOODING) Tumut River (MINOR TO MODERATE FLOODING) To stay up to date with all weather warnings in NSW go to: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/index.shtml

21.01.2022 Who’s coming to training tonight?

17.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for LARGE HAILSTONES, HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS... For people in Hunter and parts of Mid North Coast, Metropolitan, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:13 am Monday, 17 February 2020. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones, 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 Mudgee, Scone and Bathurst. Locations which have recorded heavy rainfall this morning include Glenbawn Dam (38.4mm in 60min) and Aberdeen (37.2mm in 60min), both in the Hunter. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500. The next warning is due to be issued by 1:15 pm. If severe thunderstorms develop in Sydney Newcastle Wollongong or surrounding areas, a more detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning will be issued to people in this area. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

15.01.2022 Our unit was very excited to receive our new Medium Rescue Vehicle this evening

14.01.2022 Normally messages around Easter from organisations who perform Road Crash Rescue are all about safe driving, however this year we still want to pass this message to drive safe but expect a much smaller number of people to be using our roads. Due to COVID-19 we want to pass on a few ideas that can be done during this prolonged period of social distancing and self-isolation to better prepare you for storms and other emergencies. Doing a bit now can help reduce or even stop damage in a storm, if you have the time in between binge watching Netflix you could clean gutters, trim back branches and secure loose items. Storms can happen anytime of year, its always important to keep your home prepared for them.

13.01.2022 A message from NSW State Emergency Service Commissioner Carlene York on the COVID-19 Pandemic.

12.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in Hunter, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Mid North Coast, Illawarra, Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina and Northern Tablelands Forecast Districts....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Today is ‘Thank A First Responder Day’ when we recognise and appreciate all our First Responders and services who help to keep our community safe in emergency situations, for the incredible work they do each and every day, thankyou!

10.01.2022 Yesterday a small number of our Volunteer General Land Rescue Operators attend Yeoval to assist Ambulance Service NSW Volunteers with their training. The team assisted in creating a multi-agency environment by facilitating an RCR scenario, walking the Ambulance Volunteers through the stages of an RCR and giving them a go on the tools. We would like to thank ASNSW for the opportunity to come out and meet the team and wish the new Volunteers all the best on the road saving liv...es in and around Yeoval. #NSWSES #Rescue #ASNSW

06.01.2022 Potential for Flash Flooding due to Heavy Rains There is a possibility for flash flooding in and around the Wellington Area. There are reports of some areas receiving over 100mm of rain within less than 10mins. Please drive to the conditions and keep an eye out for water over roads. Always avoid drains and fast flowing water as these can become deadly traps. Stay safe around waterways and flooding as the force of water should never to be treated lightly.... If it’s a life threatening emergency call 000 immediately. For help with storms or flood damage call 132 500, due to the large storm events impacting the state the 132 500 line may have delays.

05.01.2022 Training tonight we focused on our land search and rescue skills half way up the mountain

04.01.2022 These few tips could save you a lot of issues later and there is plenty more rain forecast this week. The Wellington Unit has already attended a number of 'leaking roof' jobs this year, mainly in January, that were caused by blocked gutters. Grabbing the ladder out and clearing your downpipes and gutters could save you a lot of issues from water damage to your property and belongings.... If you experience damage from Storms or Flooding call the NSW SES on 132 500 for assistance. If it's a life threatening emergency call 000 immeditaely.

04.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS...Continue reading

04.01.2022 Truck drivers needed! Our team is looking for 2 x daytime volunteer truck drivers to join the NSW SES as part of our Wellington Rescue Team. Your role would be to assist the team during the day by driving the unit truck to and from emergency call outs. MR licence and a good driving record required. No emergency service experience is required. For more information or to register your interest, please contact Charlie 0403528248 or Tye 0418216188

03.01.2022 The last 4 days have been busy for our small Unit with 17 Request for Assistance with the much welcomed rain that also bought some quite ferocious storms. If you experience damage from Storms or Flooding call the NSW SES on 132 500 for assistance. If it's a life threatening emergency call 000 immeditaely.

03.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL... For people in South West Slopes and parts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:11 pm Sunday, 19 January 2020. GUSTY STORMS FOR INLAND NEW SOUTH WALES Weather Situation: A broad trough of low pressure lies over inland New South Wales, with another trough along the coast. Humid air feeding into these systems will bring thunderstorms across parts of the state. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Orange, Yass, Dubbo, Parkes, Wagga Wagga and Albury. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Mid North Coast district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. Although heavy showers are still being observed around parts of the Mid North Coast. 100 km/h wind gust was recorded at Narrandera around 5.45pm. 94 km/h wind gust was recorded at Parkes around 6.30pm. 107 km/h wind gust recorded at Dubbo around 7.45pm. 67.6mm rainfall was recorded in the 2 hours to 6.30pm at Forbes River. 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 11:15 pm. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

03.01.2022 It’s National Volunteer Week and today is WOW day ‘WearOrangeWednesday’. We recognise and appreciate all our NSW SES volunteer members who volunteer their time to help keep our community safe in flood, storm, tsunami and other emergencys, thankyou #ThankyouNSWSES

01.01.2022 The Wellington Unit would like to extend a Happy Easter to everyone. Remember during this period of self-isolation and social distancing is a perfect time to prepare your home for storms, checking your roof now for damage can stop the potential of storms causing issues later on. If it’s a life threatening emergency call 000 immediately. For assistance with storms or flood damage call 132 500.

01.01.2022 An unfortunate outcome, but closure none the less for the family, Volunteer SES members and Police Officers involved and impacted in this land search. The Wellington Unit would like to extend its thanks to the NSW SES - Dubbo City Unit, NSW SES Orange City Unit and NSW SES Bathurst Unit for their help and dedication over this three day event.