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SES South West Region

Locality: Bell Park

Phone: +61 3 9256 9350

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25.01.2022 ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD Incident Location: MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING IN UPPER BARWON AND EXPECTED AT GEELONG ON MONDAY AFTERNOON Issue Date: Monday 24 August 202...0, 01:04 pm Next Update: Tuesday 25 August 2020, 01:00 am This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for Upper Barwon and Leigh river. - MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING IN UPPER BARWON AND EXPECTED AT GEELONG ON MONDAYAFTERNOON - Barwon River downstream of Inverleigh: Minor flooding is expected along the Barwon River downstream of Inverleigh.The Barwon River at Geelong is currently at 1.79 metres and rising. The Barwon River at Geelong is expected to exceed the minor flood level (2.30 m) Monday afternoon. The river level is likely to peak near 2.60 metres Tuesday afternoon. - In the 24 hours to 9:00 am Monday, rainfall totals of 2-5 mm have been recorded in Barwon and Moorabool catchments. No significant rainfall is forecast for the catchment for the next few days. - Barwon River to Inverleigh: The Barwon River at Ricketts Marsh is peaking around 3.50 metres (minor flood level 3.00 metres) - Leigh River: No further flooding is expected along the Leigh River. The Leigh River at Shelford (Hwy Bridge) peaked at 6.45 metres around 06:45 pm Sunday 23 August andis currently at 4.04 metres (minor flood level 6.00 m) and falling. The Leigh River at Shelford (Hwy Bridge) isexpected to remain below the minor flood level (6.00 m) during Monday. Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert. More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

25.01.2022 A big thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW) yesterday! While crews from across the state were working hard to provide assistance after the severe wind event that affected the Geelong area early yesterday morning, it was wonderful to see the gratitude pouring in for our amazing volunteers. These volunteers make a valuable contribution to their communities, 24 hours a day, seven days a week through storm, flood, road rescue, and much more. ... Here are some of our favourite acknowledgments. (Yes, there are a lot of cute pets in our region!)

23.01.2022 VICSES Chief Officer Operations Tim Wiebusch gives an update on VICSES members and operations, as well as incoming weather conditions.

23.01.2022 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.

22.01.2022 Preparation is never wasted time. Do you have a plan in the event of a flood? Check out your local flood guide and get ready via our website www.ses.vic.gov.au/get-ready

22.01.2022 Today is an important milestone for the fire services reform in Victoria with the commencement of Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV). We are excited to work together with FRV, CFA and our other partner agencies, continuing to increase the safety of communities in our region. For more information, visit www.vic.gov.au/fire-services-reform ... #WeWorkAsOne Fire Rescue Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority)

22.01.2022 This week is National Road Safety Week. We remember those we have lost on our roads and commit to #DriveSoOthersSurvive. Take a pledge to drive more safely and show your support by wearing a yellow ribbon. You can find out more by visiting: www.roadsafetyweek.com.au... #ShineaLightOnRoadSafety See more

22.01.2022 Still here for our community! VICSES volunteers around the South West Region had a huge weekend, providing emergency response to our communities. Members from 5 different units worked together in a search for a missing person, which had a positive outcome. Members from SES Colac Unit responded to both a landslide event and a road rescue incident; and members from 15 different units responded to a total of 55 requests for assistance in relation to storm and flood!... SES Bellarine Unit were the busiest in the region, with 16 requests for assistance since Friday night. Thank you to SES Geelong Unit who deployed a crew to assist. As an essential service, VICSES remains committed to providing emergency response to our community, and are taking all necessary precautions to maintain the health and safety of our members and those around us.

21.01.2022 Our volunteers are currently responding to a large number of requests for assistance across the South West. Many of these are for trees down on the road. If you need to travel, please be extremely cautious and drive to conditions. For emergency assistance, phone 132 500, for life threatening emergency 000.

21.01.2022 VICSES is proud to support the rich history, achievements and diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in celebration of NAIDOC Week. For more info, visit: www.naidoc.org.au/ #NAIDOC2020... #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe See more

17.01.2022 Yesterday afternoon, a cold front passed over the South West, bringing damaging winds, hail and rain. Wind gusts over 100 km/h were recorded at Cape Otway. The system then moved towards Melbourne and over the East of the state. Since then, VICSES has received over 2,900 requests for assistance with a large number of jobs still active, mostly in Melbournes east. Tragically, we also learnt that three people lost their lives as a result of this storm, and we send out deepest co...ndolences to the victims families and friends. In the South West, volunteers from 18 units responded to over 230 requests for assistance, mostly relating to trees over roads and damage to property. SES Bellarine Unit, SES Colac Unit & SES Torquay Unit were our busiest units with crews working well in to the night and morning. We would like to thank all of our members for their hard work and commitment, and a special thanks to members who travelled to their neighbouring areas to assist. We would also like to thank a number of local CFA brigades who provided a huge amount of assistance, ensuring we could respond to community needs as soon as possible. #weworkasone Take care everyone

16.01.2022 ADVICE - RIVERINE FLOOD Incident Location: Upper Barwon and Leigh River Issue Date: Sunday 23 August 2020, 10:34 am Next Update: Sunday 23 August 2020, 03:00 pm... This Minor Flood Warning is being issued for Upper Barwon and Leigh River. - MINOR FLOODING CURRENT IN UPPER BARWON AND LEIGH RIVER Minor flooding is occuring in the upper Barwon and upper Leigh River and may develop at Shelford on Sunday afternoon. - In the 24 hours to 8:00 am Sunday, widespread rainfall totals of 15-35 mm have been recorded in Barwon and Moorabool catchments. - The Barwon River at Ricketts Marsh is close to the minor flood level (3.00 m) and rising. - The Leigh River at Mt Mercer is currently peaking at 2.11 metres with minor flooding. - The Leigh River at Shelford (Hwy Bridge) is currently at 3.00 metres and rising. - The Leigh River at Shelford(Hwy Bridge) may peak around the minor flood level (6.00 m) Sunday afternoon. Stay informed - monitor your local conditions and remain alert. More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

15.01.2022 As Australia’s largest road rescue network, our volunteers experience the first-hand effects of unsafe driving. This National Road Safety Week, make the pledge to drive safely on our roads. Because everyone has the right, to get home safe More info: https://roadsafetyweek.com.au/

15.01.2022 Crews of VICSES Volunteers from across the entire state are working to respond to over 180 requests for assistance in the South Barwon area after a storm event caused significant damage to a large number of houses overnight. Damage in this area includes damage to roofing, broken windows, water damage, trees on vehicles and damage to fencing. The VICSES field operations vehicle is currently onsite in the area providing information to the community, while crews continue to work to make houses and properties safe as soon as possible. A big thank you to the Volunteers who are working tirelessly for their communities at this time, and especially for the volunteers who have travelled to assist.

14.01.2022 Ahead of the long weekend, make sure you stay safe on our roads. If you feel fatigued, pull over and take a break.

14.01.2022 Neighbour Day is just around the corner! Do you have a neighbour who shows great #neighbourdayspirit? Do they share veggies from their veggie patch? Help look after your kids? Bring in your bins for you? Let them know they are appreciated by telling your story, using #neighbourdayspirit and go into the draw to win a VICSES pack! Dont forget to tag them so they know how appreciated they are!

13.01.2022 WINNERS! Thank you to everyone who shared their wonderful acts of #neighbourdayspirit in the lead-up to Neighbour Day! Our lucky winners are Carly Hughson for a wonderful story about her neighbour Zack and the support he gives his neighbourhood (a prize pack will also be awarded to Zack for showing amazing #neighbourdayspirit)!... Scott Tomlinson for his entry about helping out members of his family with transport and shopping Congratulations! We will contact you to arrange your prizes! Remember, Neighbour Day may have passed, but strong connection with those around us important at any time, and more now than ever. Keep up the communication and support, because people who have strong relationships with their neighbours are more likely to help one another and have better outcomes when faced with emergencies. #neighbourdayspirit

13.01.2022 VICSES is the Control Agency for Storm, but when big events happen, were happy to know that we can rely on our emergency services friends and colleagues to lend a helping hand. When the Geelong area was hit with a significant storm event in the early hours of Wednesday morning, VICSES South Barwon Unit received 190 requests for assistance, mostly relating to damaged property. Along with the support of several additional VICSES crews from around the state, we also had signif...icant assistance from MFB (Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade) and CFA (Country Fire Authority) to assist with the damage. MFB crews were tasked with intelligence gathering, deploying their drone and providing important information about the severity of damage to properties. CFA deployed skilled working at heights firefighters who joined forces with VICSES crews, working together to provide temporary repair to damaged roofs. With the efforts of these crews, all of the requests for assistance have now been responded to. We really couldnt achieve what we did without this assistance, and therefore we would like to send a HUGE thanks to everyone involved. #weworkasone CFA South West SES South Barwon Unit

13.01.2022 Were proud to work side-by-side with Ambulance Victoria and all of our emergency service colleagues during COVID-19, to ensure the wellbeing of all Victorians. Its about creating safer communities - together. #weworkasone

12.01.2022 It's HOT and WINDY in the South West Region today . Tomorrow there is a severe weather warning and thunderstorms are predicted . Stay safe and be prepared. To stay up to date please visit: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

12.01.2022 Today, we pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed. Our members joined the rest of the nation uniting in spirit to commemorate ANZAC Day. #ANZACDAYspirit #lightupthedawn #standto

11.01.2022 Our thoughts are with our police colleagues and the loved ones of the four Victoria Police officers who lost their lives last night.

11.01.2022 We are currently seeking a new staff member to join our team in the South West! (based out of our Warrnambool Office.) The position is Community Resilience Coordinator which is a diverse and rewarding role, working to enhance community resilience. For more information, visit: https://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au//jncustomsearch.viewFullSi

11.01.2022 Happy Neighbour Day! Why not take a moment to share a digital cuppa with a Neighbour, or make a phone call to catch up with someone close by? Connections with those around you create resilience, as neighbours and the people around you are often the first to help out in an emergency!... Tag someone you wish you could have a REAL cuppa with, but will opt for digital for now :)

10.01.2022 Only a few days left of Movember! Search 'VICSES' and choose an individual or team to donate to and show your support: https://au.movember.com/donate

10.01.2022 Let's get festive To help you prepare for this summer season and all year round, this month we’ll be sharing important items to build your own emergency kit and be prepared. You can start by downloading the @RedCross Rediplan app to help you get organised: www.redcross.org.au/prepare

10.01.2022 Now this is what we call team work During the very early hours on Monday morning, the area in the Northern parts of Horsham was impacted by what has now been declared as an F1 tornado. The tornado brought damaging winds of 177km/h. Some of these damages included: torn up roofs, smashed windows, fallen trees and flattened fences. Well done to all Units that helped respond and a particular shout out to our South West Units who dropped everything to go and help our neighbours in the Mid-West. SES Corio Unit SES Dartmoor Unit SES Hamilton Unit SES Heywood Unit SES Port Fairy Unit SES Warrnambool Unit

10.01.2022 Neighbour Day is all about making and maintaining connections with the people around you. Why not organise to sign up for an online yoga or exercise class with your neighbour, or do a digital workout together? Dont forget to share your stories of you and your neighbours getting into the #neighbourdayspirit, and go into the draw to win a VICSES pack!

09.01.2022 Its Wear Orange Wednesday! Today is the day that we celebrate our dedicated and skilled Volunteers - many of whom are working hard right now responding to a large number of requests for assistance following the storm event that affected the South Barwon area last night. In the last financial year, VICSES volunteers received 23,682 requests for assistance, and contributed almost 202,000 Volunteer hours to help their communities. ... To show your support of the incredible work that VICSES Volunteers do, why not wear something orange today and let us know by tagging #thankyouSES One of our favourite photos of support so far is from Ember The Crisis Response Dog who is usually proudly displaying the CFA uniform, but who has donned Orange in support of our wonderful Volunteers on this special day!

09.01.2022 Neighbour Day is coming up on Sunday 29th March! Dont forget to share your stories of neighbourly care and connection, use #neighbourdayspirit in your post, and go into the draw to win a VICSES pack! Paddy Platypus is getting into the Neighbour Day spirit by using the #ViralKindness connection card to let his neighbours know that he is there for them if they need. Have you checked out the Neighbour connection cards yet? ... https://neighbourday.org/resources/connection-cards/ See more

08.01.2022 A SEVERE Weather Warning has been issued for tomorrow, Saturday 5 December, for DAMAGING WINDS. A cold front will cross Victoria on Saturday, with strong north...erly winds ahead of the front, and gusty westerly winds behind the change. Damaging westerly winds are expected to ease inland during Saturday evening, however are likely to persist in exposed coastal locations during Sunday morning. More info via the Bureau of Meteorology website: www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

08.01.2022 This week is National Volunteer Week! A big Thank you to every VICSES Volunteer and to all the wonderful people who Volunteer their time to help others. #NVW2020

08.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology is warning a trough over central and central-west Victoria will bring more heavy rain and possible flash flooding. Expect 20-40mm of ...rain this afternoon, with possible localised falls of 50-70mm and accompanying thunderstorms. Full details here: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/index.shtml?ref=hdr

07.01.2022 Whilst the South West is not expecting as heavy falls as other parts of the state, it is very likely to be wet, cold and windy. If you are on the road (for essential reasons), ensure to drive to conditions and NEVER enter floodwater. Continue to monitor warnings and stay informed. - Bureau of Meteorology: www.bom.gov.au... - Vic Emergency: https://emergency.vic.gov.au - Vic Emergency hotline: 1800 226 226 See more

07.01.2022 SES South Barwon Unit volunteer Andy Walters was one of many VICSES volunteers who responded to the tornado that severely impacted the Geelong area back in May. Thanks to the Hawthorn Football Club, Chad Wingard and BankVic for the recognition and support. We all hope we can get back to the footy soon

06.01.2022 The chance of La Nia occurring this year has increased to roughly three times the normal likelihood. La Nia typically results in above average winter/spring rainfall and the increased likelihood of major flooding. If flooding occurred in your area, would you be prepared? Get flood-ready via our website: ses.vic.gov.au/get-ready/floodsafe

06.01.2022 Thank you SES Hamilton Unit for this reminder that trees can fall at ANY time. It is always important to be extremely cautious and attentive when driving. Clearing trees from roads is just one example of how VICSES volunteers are continuing to respond day and night, to serve their communities. Stay safe everyone!

06.01.2022 Goosebumps 2020 - a tough year that we will never forget. We are so proud of all the VICSES volunteers and say thank you for helping to build a safer community - together ... https://fb.watch/2rMi7eThty/ See more

06.01.2022 Where are you celebrating the festive season this year? We are so happy that it's possible to travel around again! . Plan ahead and stay safe on the roads. ... Check out Tim Wiebusch, our Chief Officer Operations, outlining his top road safety tips in partnership with AAMI below https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2896967937205231

05.01.2022 Attention local business owners of the South West If your business is close to a river, creek, major storm drain or in a low-lying area, then you may be at risk. Find out how to secure your business in the event of a flood by visitng: https://www.ses.vic.gov.au/web/www/get-ready/at-work

04.01.2022 Thank you to the 30+ VICSES volunteers from 7 different units for their assistance. #weworkasone SES Bannockburn Unit SES Colac Unit SES Geelong Unit... SES South West Regional Support Unit SES South Barwon Unit SES Torquay Unit SES Winchelsea Unit See more

04.01.2022 A HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast for the South West Region tomorrow. Visit VicEmergency for more info: http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

03.01.2022 From devastating bushfires to storms, floods, and even a pandemic 2020 has highlighted the incredible contributions of our first responders. Thank you to all those who protect, defend, and care for our communities every day. #thankafirstresponder

03.01.2022 We have had reports of people walking, riding and playing in floodwater as well as people out on the river. Floodwater is dangerous. Never enter floodwater. T...here is a minor flood warning currently in place for Geelong. For more information: https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ See more

02.01.2022 Tomorrow is Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW)! To celebrate our amazing VICSES Volunteers you can get involved by dressing in orange, hosting an orange themed event with your household, or sharing a message of thanks on social media with the hashtag #thankyouSES! And if youre talented in the kitchen, why not try baking up a storm like this clever cookie did! For more ideas, and to download our WOW Facebook frame and video chat background visit: https://bit.ly/2Uw2Xfi

02.01.2022 It's blowing a gale in the South West Region Beware of falling trees and only drive if you have to.

02.01.2022 We want to reassure our community, that as an essential service, VICSES will continue to be here to provide emergency assistance for storm, flood, road rescue and other emergencies.

01.01.2022 Yesterday was a busy day for VICSES across the state with severe winds causing widespread damage. At 9:27am in Aireys Inlet, a wind speed of 107 km/h was recorded! Volunteers in the South West responded to 152 requests for assistance. The majority of these related to trees that had fallen over roads, powerlines, and on to private property. The Geelong & Surf Coast areas were the most impacted.... A huge thanks to our members for their fantastic efforts yesterday, and always. SES Bellarine Unit, SES Lorne Unit, SES Torquay Unit