SES Corio Unit in Lovely Banks, Victoria, Australia | Government organisation

SES Corio Unit

Locality: Lovely Banks, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 132500

Address: 299 Anakie Road 3213 Lovely Banks, VIC, Australia

Website: www.ses.vic.gov.au/volunteer/become-a-volunteer

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25.01.2022 Assist Ambulance Victoria Corio SES crews are currently responding to an assist AV with an extrication at the You Yangs National Park. For Emergency SES Response call 132 500... And for Life Threatening Response call 000 See more

22.01.2022 VICSES Corio Unit crews are currently responding to a vehicle accident on Evans Road, Lovely Banks. Please avoid the area if you can, and remember to slow down to 40kms/h when passing stationary emergency vehicles with red and blue lights on (and give way to them if they are heading to an emergency) For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500... For life-saving emergency response, call 000 See more

22.01.2022 After today’s weather of cool, muggy, lightning and thunder we had been treated to an amazing sunset. Did you get any photos from today? Post them below For Emergency SES Response call 132 500... And for Life Threatening Response call 000 See more

22.01.2022 Corio's successful Road Rescue Capability Assessment On Tuesday night, VICSES Corio Unit undertook the Road Rescue Capability Assessment, which all road rescue-accredited units must sit every three years. The scenario was challenging, but we are proud that we successfully passed! A huge thank you to Regional Trainer Brad & the Corio Unit assessment team members for their commitment over one month to prepare for the assessment, and to all the members families that support ...them to volunteer every day. We're grateful to Rachel, Shane, Steph, Marie & Darren and Dave who generously donated their old vehicles, allowing us to get prepared after a difficult year with limited training Thanks also to assessors Gerry and Ben for the invaluable feedback that we can continue to learn and improve on.

21.01.2022 **UPDATE 3.27pm - We are in touch with Otto's family. Thanks for all the shares! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Can you help us find someone?... We're looking for a young man named Otto who came to see Santa at Evans Reserve on Sparks Rd during our Santa Run yesterday. If you are the parent or guardian of Otto, please send our page a message!

21.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING - Melbourne Area for HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Northern and Western Local Warning Areas.... Issued at 6:05 pm Sunday, 22 November 2020. HEAVY RAINFALL WITH THUNDERSTORMS Stay Informed: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/ Weather Situation: The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 5:55 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near the area west of Ballan, the area west of Daylesford and the area east of Ballarat. These thunderstorms are moving towards the east. They are forecast to affect Gisborne and the area north of Bacchus Marsh by 6:25 pm and Craigieburn, Sunbury and the area west of Whittlesea by 6:55 pm. Heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding is likely. Ballarat recorded 22mm of rain in the 30 minutes to 5:45 pm. The Victoria State Emergency Service advises that people should: * 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 warning is due to be issued by 7:05 pm. A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Central, Mallee, South West and North Central districts.

20.01.2022 COMMUNITY INFORMATION - INDUSTRIAL FIRE Incident Location: Viva Refinery Corio Issue Date: Friday 20 November 2020, 09:10 pm Next Update: Friday 20 November 2020, 11:20 pm... More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ This message is being issued for Anakie, Avalon, Batesford, Bell Park, Bell Post Hill, Belmont, Breakwater, Chilwell, Corio, Drumcondra, East Geelong, Fyansford, Geelong, Geelong West, Gheringhap, Hamlyn Heights, Herne Hill, Highton, Lara, Lara Lake, Lovely Banks, Manifold Heights, Moolap, Moorabool, Newcomb, Newtown, Norlane, North Geelong, North Shore, Point Wilson, Rippleside, South Geelong, Sutherlands Creek, Thomson, Whittington, Stonehaven, St Albans Park, Wandana Heights, Marshall, Ceres, Rothwell, Anakie East, Grovedale, Leopold, Charlemont, Little River, Curlewis, Waurn Ponds, Armstrong Creek, Barrabool, Bannockburn, Russells Bridge. - There is a larger than normal flare off at the Viva Energy Refinery at 90 Refinery Road, Corio. - This activity will likely continue for several hours. There is no immediate threat to the community and no action is required.

20.01.2022 As Australia’s largest road crash rescue network, our volunteers have responded to over 1000 road crash rescues in the past year. If you’re feeling fatigued while driving, don’t risk it. Pull over, and have a power nap.

20.01.2022 HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible over western and central parts today. Rain has eased over central areas this morning but will increase again in the middle of the day. Rain is then expected to ease from the west during the afternoon. Widespread rainfall totals through to Tuesday evening of around 20-40mm are expected. Localised falls of 50-70mm are possible with thunderstorms.... Download the Vic Emergency app to stay up to date with warnings and advice For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000.

18.01.2022 Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL (issued 6.11am) Floodwater safety VICSES has been responding to multiple requests for assistance relating to flooding and building damage in Geelong's northern suburbs and Lara.... Please be careful of the risks of floodwater. Avoid handling flood damaged electrical items or appliances around the home. If you're heading out on the road, avoid fallen powerlines and never enter floodwater. For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000

18.01.2022 Thunderstorm update The rain is fairly light but constant here at the moment as the front continues to move across from the west. A Severe Thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of the states north-west. It's always good to be prepared. Secure any loose items around the house and park your car undercover.... For SES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000

18.01.2022 We had a surprise visitor at our vehicle maintenance today!

17.01.2022 Taking a moment today to look back on the year that was! In 2020, we had 50 more requests for assistance than in 2019. There was a bit of everything: landslides in Anakie, tornados in Horsham and Geelong's South, and even an earthquake near Lara in July! And of course who can forget a global pandemic. We want to say a big thank you to our volunteers and their families in what was a very challenging year for training and operations, and to our community for all their support throughout the year

17.01.2022 It's week 4 of Movember and the crew are looking dashing! We've raised $925 so far and we reckon we can get that number a little bit higher If you'd like to make a donation for mens health, please visit the Cori-Mo Unit team Movember page: https://movember.com/t/vicses-cori-mo-unit?mc=1 #Movember2020

15.01.2022 Road Rescue VICSES Corio Unit crews are returning from a call-out to a vehicle accident on the corner of Melbourne Road and Cox Road, Norlane. Other emergency services remain on scene to clear up any hazards to other road users, so please be mindful of delays in the area. Always slow to 40km when passing an emergency vehicle with flashing lights.... For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000.

15.01.2022 A little birdy told us someone needed saving! Earlier today, VICSES Corio crews responded to a request for assistance with a bird stuck in a wall. The baby bird had fallen from its nest in a roof, getting itself wedged between the bricks and a beam. Members carefully cut a hole in the wall to get the shaken but otherwise ok little bird back home!... For SES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000

15.01.2022 VICSES Corio Unit is excited for all the family reunions and visits that are happening with the Ring of Steel now gone We also know that means more people on the road and enjoying the natural parks and open spaces in our area on the weekends. We ask that people stay safe on the roads, walking tracks, mountain bike trails and other great places our home has to offer. If you do need us, we're ready to help. For SES emergency response, call 132 500... For life-saving emergency response, call 000. See more

15.01.2022 Great work Parks Victoria and Ranger Ebonee. Great shots of a place we all love and appreciate! #NAIDOCWeek2020

14.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning: HEAVY RAINFALL Severe thunderstorms likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours. VICSES Corio Unit is responding to a number of requests for assistance for flooding and building damage this morning.... For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000.

14.01.2022 Our volunteers & other emergency personnel work to help keep your and our communities safe. If you're driving, remember to safely slow down to 40km when passing a stationary or slow-moving emergency vehicle with flashing lights. Will you pledge to drive so others survive this National Road Safety Week? Visit: www.roadsafetyweek.com.au #NRSW

14.01.2022 Road Rescue VICSES Corio crews and other emergency services are responding to a vehicle accident at the corner of Autumn st and Latrobe Terrace in Geelong West. Please avoid driving through the area if possible.... For SES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000

13.01.2022 Last night, VICSES Corio Unit said farewell to the year that was with a Christmas BBQ. We also recognised some members for their achievements this year: MEMBER OF THE YEAR: Deputy Controller Training - Nigel ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: WHS Officer Christian... TOOLIGAN OF THE YEAR: Karina (for being caught out playing games during online training!) Thanks to all our members for their commitment this year, and their loved ones for putting up with pagers going off at all hours of day or night

12.01.2022 Hard to believe it's been one year - well said CFA. #WeWorkAsOne

11.01.2022 **Update** Tower Hill Drive is now reopened. Road Rescue members from Corio SES worked alongside with support from Fire Rescue Victoria, Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police to free 1 occupant trapped in a vehicle on its side. ... VICSES Corio Unit crews are responding to a vehicle accident on Tower Hill Drive in Lovely Banks with a possible person trapped. Please avoid the area if possible and always pass emergency vehicles with red and blue lights flashing at 40km/h. We ask that everyone take it easy on the wet roads if you have to drive tonight. For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000

07.01.2022 Thanks - to ALL of you. Behind every brave and hard-working VICSES volunteer is a support network of people that help them achieve amazing things in their community. This weekend, we say thanks to the incredible people that support our volunteers. Your family, our family.... They may not wear the orange uniform, but their sacrifices are just as important. If you or someone you know supports our volunteers, thank you! #VICSESfamily #yourfamilyourfamily Tag the family and friends that help you contribute to VICSES to show your appreciation.

06.01.2022 Coronavirus fragments have been detected in wastewater at the Oyster Cove treatment plant in Corio Please read the below post for more information, and get tested if you have any symptoms - no matter how mild.

04.01.2022 VICSES Corio Unit crews are returning from a call out to a vehicle accident with possible persons trapped on the corner of Aberdeen St and Shannon Avenue, Newtown. On our crews arrival, the vehicle occupant was out of the vehicle in the safe hands of Ambulance Victoria. With a number of emergency services still on scene, be mindful that there may be built up traffic in the area and consider finding an alternative route.... For VICSES emergency response, call 132 500 For life-saving emergency response, call 000.

03.01.2022 Have you seen any of these mustachioed vehicles on the road? All three of VICSES Corio Unit's vehicles have sprouted moustaches this week! We're raising awareness and funds for men's health as part of Movember. If you can help, please visit the VICSES Cori-Mo Unit team donations page here: https://movember.com/t/vicses-cori-mo-unit?mc=1... #Movember