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NSW SES Swansea

Locality: Catherine Hill Bay, New South Wales

Address: 5 Flowers Drive 2281 Catherine Hill Bay, NSW, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 Welcome our new vehicles to the Swansea crew Swansea 56 ( left side) Swansea 32 ( right hand side )

22.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Hunter, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Pla...ins and Central West Slopes and Plains Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:09 pm Monday, 21 September 2020. Plan Image A cold front is sweeping across inland NSW today, bringing strong and fast-moving storms. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging 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 Orange, Moree, Narrabri and Dubbo. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Upper Western district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED. A wind gust of 96 km/h was reported at Cobar weather Station at around 3pm Large hail has been reported near Wagga Wagga as storms moved through. 25mm was reported in 30 mins at Carabost to 3pm. 26mm was reported in 15 mins at Forbes to 5pm. 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 11:10 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.

22.01.2022 Remembrance Day Each year on this day we observe one minute’s silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. 1 minute... 11 am 11 November #WeRememberThem

19.01.2022 The NSW SES Community Preparedness and Resilience Survey is now open. We want to hear from you. Residents of NSW are strongly encouraged to take part in this online survey. Results will provide NSW SES with a better idea on how to work together with communities to increase preparedness for disasters.... https://bit.ly/3mKcnit See more

19.01.2022 Swansea crew has been busy over the past couple of days! As usual we turned up and got the job done. If you require assistance please call 132500 #NSWSES #SWANSEAUNIT

18.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in parts of Hunter, Metropolitan and Riverina Forecast Districts.... Issued at 3:09 pm Sunday, 22 November 2020. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in parts of the Hunter and Metropolitan districts. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Gosford, Cessnock, Maitland, Woy Woy, Putty, Wollombi, Dungog and Kulnura. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds over the next several hours in parts of the Riverina district. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Holbrook and Lockhart. 89km/hr gust recorded at Yarrawonga at 1:06pm. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 6:10 pm.

18.01.2022 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. 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. The next warning is due to be issued by 4:50 pm.

18.01.2022 Some nice cold weather on its way! #NSWSES #SWANSEAUNIT

16.01.2022 https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/get-i/volunteer/unit-volunteers/ Come join the orange family. Learn new skills and give back to your community! Follow the link or simply look up the NSW SES and follow the links to volunteer. ... From the Swansea NSWSES have a lovely and safe week . If you require assistance please call 132500 If the event is life threatening please dial 000

15.01.2022 Please read below information!!!

13.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES For people in parts of Maitland/Cessnock, Greater Newcastle, Gosford/Wyong, Sydney, Wollondilly/Wingecarribee and Greater Wollongong areas.... Issued at 3:01 pm Friday, 13 November 2020. SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS OCCURRING, MAY PRODUCE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 2:55 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Camden, Campbelltown, Cessnock and Kurri Kurri. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Budgewoi, Belmont, Charlestown and Swansea by 3:25 pm and Sutherland, Bundeena, Engadine and Holsworthy by 3:55 pm. Damaging winds and large hailstones are likely. 81km/hr gust observed south of Singleton at 2:23pm.. 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 4:05 pm.

10.01.2022 Don’t forget your clocks

08.01.2022 WEATHER UPDATE Thunderstorms are forecast to affect a broad area of NSW today. Thunderstorms may commence during the morning in the west with activity expected to become more frequent in the afternoon as thunderstorms will gradually shift to central and eastern parts of the state. Some thunderstorms are likely to become severe, mainly in the afternoon and early evening. The most likely places to experience severe storms are along a band extending from the Upper Western, ...through the Central West, down to the Southwest slopes, with adjacent districts also a risk. Once formed, these severe thunderstorms may steer east and affect the Sydney Metro, Illawarra and the Central Coast during the evening and overnight period. In these areas, damaging wind gusts are the main concern. Large hailstones and localised heavy rainfall is also possible. Remember to prepare you property for up coming weather events. Clean gutters and roofs Secure any DIY projects Park vehicle’s away from trees Trim back and loose tree branches or foliage If you require assistance please call 132500 If it’s an emergency please call 000 From the Swansea NSW SES hope everyone had a happy and safe week ahead! #NSWSES #Swanseaunit #weather #STORM

07.01.2022 Weather Situation: A surge of strong southerly winds are forecast to build on Thursday as a low pressure system deepens off the NSW coastline. This low is forecast to quickly move into the Tasman Sea with conditions easing by Friday. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible about parts of the coastline from late Thursday afternoon. Winds are expected to ease below warning thresholds early Friday morning as the low pressure system moves further offshore. Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Sydney, Forster, Seal Rocks, Bulahdelah, Nelson Bay, Wallsend, Toronto, Wyong, The Entrance and Woy Woy. #lakemacquarie #centralcoast #wind #weatherwarning #nswsesinsta #nswses

07.01.2022 SWN32 on its way to its first deployment to help our friends @qldses !

05.01.2022 Good morning With a laNina weather season approaching us. Which means a wet summer ahead of us. This weather system can cause flash flooding . So before the season hits , it’s a good time to prepare yourself and your home. Here are some helpful tips and guides to have in place. ... Have a emergency home kit ready, containing basic essentials and medical needs. First aid kit and water Clean your gutters and roofs and down pipes Trim back loose branches Always be mindful of weather coming up and the surroundings on where you park your car. If you require assistance please don’t hesitate to call 132500 In the event of an emergency please dial 000 From everyone at the Swansea NSW SES have a safe and pleasant weekend #HUNTERNSWSES #swanseaunit #NSWSES #volunteers #planning #storm

05.01.2022 Just a helpful guide to prepare for storms and bad weather! Here are some simple tips Clean your gutters and roof of leaf litter and sticks Clean your down pipes allowing water to flow freely... Park your car under shelter and away from trees Secure down any DYI jobs Trim back any loose branches and foliage If you require assistance please don’t hesitate to call 132500 In the event of an emergency please dial 000 From everyone at the Swansea NSW SES have a safe and pleasant weekend #HUNTERNSWSES #swanseaunit #NSWSES #volunteers #planning #storm

05.01.2022 With a wet and wild summer on the cards this year, the NSW Government and NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) are encouraging all communities to be ready for ...a potential increase in storms and floods. Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott and NSW SES Commissioner Carlene York launched ‘Get Ready’ a NSW SES campaign to help communities prepare for the upcoming storm season. https://bit.ly/3mWXdav

05.01.2022 Issued at 9:09 pm Saturday, 28 November 2020. Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in Illawarra, Snowy Mountains and parts of Hunter, South Coas...t, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts. A low pressure trough is entering southwestern New South Wales and will track east during Sunday. Vigorous northwesterly winds are expected to develop ahead of this system. For Alpine areas above 1900 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 70 to 90 km/h, with gusts in excess of 120 km/h, are expected to develop late this evening, continuing through Sunday morning. For areas below 1900 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h, with gusts in excess of 90 km/h, are expected to develop about the ranges during Sunday morning, likely extending to the coastal parts of the Illawarra, South Coast and the Lower Hunter during the late morning or early afternoon. Winds are expected to ease in Alpine areas during Sunday afternoon, and in remaining parts by Sunday evening. Locations which may be affected include Katoomba, Lithgow, Bowral, Nowra, Ulladulla, Goulburn, Perisher Valley, Charlotte Pass, Thredbo, Cabramurra, Cooma, Bombala, Newcastle and Maitland.

04.01.2022 Are you as happy as we are that it's the weekend? With sunny weather around now is the perfect time to get outside and do some maintenance on your home and yard. * Clear overhanging branches * Clean out gutters and drains * Remove debris from around your home... * Enjoy your weekend #nswsesinsta #nswses #lakemacquarie #centralcoast #swanseases #weekendvibes See more

04.01.2022 Today is World Tsunami Awareness Day. Most Australians think of tsunamis as hazards that happen in other countries. Places such as Japan and parts of Southeast... Asia have seen devastating impacts. But tsunamis also affect Australia. So what causes tsunamis, when have they occurred in Australia and how are we watching out for them? Watch our video to find out more about the Australian Tsunami Detection System. Learn more about tsunamis in our blog: http://ow.ly/5eCs50CaV1l Geoscience Australia

04.01.2022 Today some of our chainsaw operators were out and about sharpening their skills and having a bit of friendly competition cutting wooden discs. #lakemacquarie #centralcoast #nswses #volunteers #chainsaw #trees

01.01.2022 In the lead up to World Tsunami Awareness Day, our volunteers thought they would share some facts and tips with you surrounding tsunamis. The NSW SES is the combat agency for storms, floods and tsunamis. Due to their frequency, storms and floods make up a large part of our volunteer's training and assistance to the public. However, tsunamis do pose a threat to the NSW coastline and our volunteers are ready to respond if one occurs. The facts: - Australia has been affected by ...50 tsunamis in the past 200 years. - Generally, there are two tsunami risks that may impact Australia, marine threat and land inundation threat. - Marine Threat from tsunamis is most likely and common, affecting tides, rips and currents, as a result of this threat the NSW SES Swansea - Catherine Hill Bay Unit is working closely with Central Coast's Surf Living Saving Clubs this month to boost awareness. - Land inundation tsunamis threats are less likely but far more serious, potentially reaching the many suburbs on the Central Coast coastline. - In the case of a land inundation tsunami the best course of action is to evacuate to higher and/or further inland areas. Below is a list of resources for further reading including how to best prepare your family and home and plan for tsunami threats. A tsunami map by NSW SES: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/resour.../tsunami-evacuation-map/ NSW SES Tsunami information and advice: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/disaster-tabs-header/tsunami/ A Guide to Tsunamis by the Australian Insitute for Disaster Resilience: https://knowledge.aidr.org.au/.../the-ultimate-guide.../... Stay safe Coasties and thank you for your continuous support. See more