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NSW SES Wagga Wagga Unit

Locality: Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 132500

Address: Rear of 208 Fernleigh Rd 2650 Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 Source: Bureau of Meteorology or DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina, Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts.... Issued at 1:03 pm Monday, 21 September 2020. Weather Situation: A cold front is sweeping across inland NSW bringing strong and fast moving storms. Severe thunderstorms are likely to 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 Condobolin, Nyngan, Wagga Wagga, West Wyalong, Griffith, Narrandera, Cobar, Bourke, Wanaaring, Brewarrina, Enngonia and Fords Bridge. 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.

23.01.2022 Thank you to our amazing nurses at Murrumbidgee Local Health District and surrounds, you all do such a fantastic job. Thank you for your service.

22.01.2022 National Volunteer Week is the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers. Here’s to all the volunteers across Australia who work all year round to protect us at our most vulnerable. Whatever the challenges we might face, bushfires, floods, storms and a global pandemic.... We thank you for saving lives and protecting communities. Share your video or photo of thanks during May, tag @LNSW SES and use the hashtag #THANKYOUNSWSES See more

22.01.2022 The likelihood of severe thunderstorms are possible in Wagga today, please be prepared if these storms eventuate, and if you need assistance, call the SES on 132500

21.01.2022 A message from NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Commissioner, Carlene York about National Volunteer Week, celebrating and acknowledging the generous contributi...on of our NSW SES members. The theme for National Volunteer Week is ‘Changing Communities, Changing Lives’. During National Volunteer Week, ‘Wear Orange Wednesday’ (WOW Day 20 May) gives the community the opportunity to show support for all SES volunteers around Australia. #thankyouNSWSES NSW SES

21.01.2022 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL... For people in Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Hunter and Riverina Forecast Districts. Issued at 11:49 am Saturday, 31 October 2020. Plan Image 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 Gosford, Sydney, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Orange, Canberra, Goulburn, Yass, Dubbo, Parkes and Wagga Wagga. 41 mm was observed at NOWRA (SHOALHAVEN R) in the 1hr to 10:30 am 56 mm was observed at ALBION PARK POST OFFICE in the 1hr to 10:00 am 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 2:50 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 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.

21.01.2022 From Friday 15 May, the following activities will be allowed in NSW: outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people cafes and restaurants can seat 10 patrons at any one time up to 5 visitors to a household at any one time... weddings up to 10 guests indoor funerals up to 20 mourners, outdoor funerals up to 30 religious gatherings/places of worship up to 10 worshippers use of outdoor equipment with caution outdoor pools open with restrictions. Please continue to practise physical distancing and good hygiene. If you have even the mildest symptoms, you should stay at home.

20.01.2022 The Streets of ANZAC A virus came along and shut the world down And people went crazy and emptied the town... Stay at home and survive the best that you can Be a good citizen and respect fellow man For this lonely old digger, it’s always been the way As he prepares to remember on ANZAC Day Social Distancing in place and nothing new to him And quietly chuckles at the fancy dressed ladies, putting out the bins He polishes his medals as he sits home alone Cup of tea and the crossword and sits by the phone For the calls that never come from mates long since passed The platoon is all gone, and he is proudly the last They told him Services and Marches are cancelled this year No poppies, no badges, no two up or beer Wondering will No one honour or even remember? Till Remembrance Day, the 11th November He hears a strange noise and gets to his feet And with a tear in his eye as he looks up the street The driveways of people with poppies and candles Honouring the fallen is more then he can handle They did all remember and they do really care They wave and salute while he just stops and stares Some children have handmade signs on his fence and the lawn We honour your service at the rise of the Dawn The ANZAC Spirit lives on in the youth of today With respect and honour as this is our way The virus won’t win, the futures not set As we whisper the words, Lest We forget...

19.01.2022 Bureau of Meteorology Issued at 2:59 pm EDT on Friday 27 November 2020. Weather Situation... Very hot and windy conditions ahead of a cold front is bringing elevated fire dangers in parts of the southern and central inland. For Saturday 28 November: Severe Fire Danger is forecast for the following fire areas: Lower Central West Plains, Eastern Riverina, Southern Riverina and Northern Riverina The NSW Rural Fire Service advises you to: - Action your Bushfire Survival Plan now. - Monitor the fire and weather situation through your local radio station, www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and www.bom.gov.au. - Call 000 (Triple Zero) in an emergency. For information on preparing for bushfires go to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.

18.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING For DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAIL. Locations which may be affected include Orange, Mudgee, Bathurst, Dubbo, Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Albury, West Wyalong and Young. Warnings: ow.ly/K3qY50CyVrk Radar: bom.gov.au/australia/rada

18.01.2022 The Wagga Wagga ses has been very busy with multiple call outs due to the high winds felt across the region yesterday. In some instances, trees can come down one, or two days after a wind storm, if this occurs and you need assistance, please give us a call on 132500

18.01.2022 Some possible storms tomorrow as predicted by the Bureau of Meteorology, some may be severe,if these storms should eventuate, and you need assistance, please call the ses on 132500, and if it’s life threatening, please call 000

17.01.2022 R U OK? A conversation could change a life. If you feel like something’s not quite the same with someone you know there’s something going on in their life or you notice a change in what they’re saying or doing - trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them Are you OK?... You don’t have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says they’re not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before they’re in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. Learn what to say at www.ruok.org.au

16.01.2022 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

16.01.2022 Source: Bureau of Meteorology For people in Illawarra, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of South Coast, Central Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains and Riverina Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:53 pm Thursday, 30 April 2020.... BLUSTERY WESTERLY WINDS FOR SOUTHERN NSW ON FRIDAY Vigorous westerly winds are expected to develop over parts of southeastern New South Wales from later this evening in the wake of a cold front crossing southeastern Australia. Cold and blustery westerly winds are then forecast for much of the state on Friday and Saturday as a low near Tasmania gradually moves east. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 80 to 90 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 120 km/h are possible from late Thursday evening for Alpine areas above 1900 metres. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h, may then extend to include parts of the Snowy Mountains, ACT, Southern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, Illawarra and South Coast districts on Friday morning. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS in excess of 90 km/h are possible with gusty showers across the Southwestern Slopes, Riverina and southern parts of the Central West Slopes and Plains during Friday. BLIZZARDS are likely for Alpine areas above 1800 metres from later Thursday evening, extending to Alpine areas above 1500 metres early on Friday morning. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service recommends that back country travel be postponed until conditions improve. Locations which may be affected include Thredbo, Nowra, Canberra, Goulburn, Wagga Wagga, Griffith and Hay. The State Emergency Service 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. * 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. * 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.

15.01.2022 Updated warning Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST... 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. Plan Image 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. 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 An active #Thunderstorm day for eastern #NSW. Possible severe storms with large hail, damaging winds & bursts of rainfall. Severe likely in populated areas between #Kempsey & #PointPerpendicular. For latest warnings visit: ow.ly/FUXc50Cjk2L

14.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DESTRUCTIVE WINDS, GIANT HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Northern Rivers, Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory, Northern Tablelands and parts of Riverina, Lower Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts....Continue reading

13.01.2022 A few showers and the chance of thunderstorms across ACT, and much of NSW except the far northwest today. Some thunderstorms likely to be severe in the northeast and possible in central parts. Latest warnings: ow.ly/QmdT50C7CxG

13.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING For DAMAGING WINDS. Locations which may be affected include Condobolin, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Young, West Wyalong, Griffith, Narrandera, Lockhart and Darlington Point. Warnings: ow.ly/hEMu50CyTQ8 Radar: bom.gov.au/australia/rada

13.01.2022 Severe Weather Update: widespread cold outbreak across southern Australia Video current at 1:00 pm AEST Tuesday 28 April 2020 Know your weather. Know your risk.... For the latest weather forecasts and warnings visit http://ow.ly/2ynj50yEo47 and follow advice from emergency services SA State Emergency Service Victoria State Emergency Service Tasmania SES NSW SES Vic Emergency ABC Emergency

12.01.2022 Source: Bureau of Meteorology For people in parts of South West Slopes and Riverina Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:33 am Monday, 23 November 2020.... Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Albury, Narrandera, Holbrook, Lockhart and Jerilderie. 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.

12.01.2022 Source: Bureau of Meteorology For people in Riverina and parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 4:38 pm Wednesday, 29 April 2020.... GUSTY THUNDERSTORMS FOR INLAND NSW A line of thunderstorms is being generated across inland New South Wales as a cold front crosses the region. Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Albury, Griffith, Tibooburra, White Cliffs and Ivanhoe. 93km/h wind gust was observed at Deniliquin AWS at 2:34pm. 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.

12.01.2022 Bureau of Meteorology For people in parts of South West Slopes, Riverina and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts. Issued at 12:53 pm Saturday, 9 May 2020.... Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Albury, Tumbarumba, Khancoban, Junee and Holbrook. Albury Airport recorded an 89 km/h gust with a thunderstorm at 12:43pm. 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.

11.01.2022 THANK YOU From floods and storms to car accidents, missing people, advanced first aid and animal rescues, our NSW SES volunteers are there when you need them. #TAFRD #thankafirstresponder

11.01.2022 Thanks Mr Stewart

10.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums out there, thank you for everything you do xo

09.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS. For people in parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina and Snowy Mountains. Warnings: ow.ly/iMwL50CrCvc Radar: ow.ly/aTtx50CrCva Satellite: ow.ly/mtlB50CrCvb

09.01.2022 Bureau of Meteorology For people in Lower Western and parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 8:50 pm Sunday, 22 November 2020.... Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Hay, Broken Hill, Ivanhoe and Menindee. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * 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.

08.01.2022 We will remember.

08.01.2022 Thunderstorm forecast from the bureau of meteorology via their Twitter post, as of 5:58am. #Thunderstorms possible across much of the state today. Some storms are likely to become severe - with strong and gusty winds on the cards, so keep an eye on the radar and any warnings at ow.ly/6N5L50CyzxX

07.01.2022 A quick video from our colleagues at Hawkesbury- Nepean Vally. Are you prepared??

06.01.2022 CHANGES IN NSW SES PROCEDURES: COVID-19 Given the expected length of the COVID-19 emergency the NSW SES has enhanced our call taking and response procedures so our volunteers can stay safe whilst helping communities during storms and floods. In taking your call for emergency assistance we will ask if anyone at the property has flu-like symptoms or has been diagnosed with the COVID-19 virus. ... NSW SES will still respond to your request if you say yes to any or both of these questions. They will just use this information to use risk mitigation strategies so they can stay safe. While our NSW SES Response Team is traveling to your property they may contact you via mobile phone seeking pictures or videos of the damage to your home or business. NSW SES volunteers will maintain appropriate physical distancing whilst at your property and may need to communicate with you via mobile phone in some circumstances. We may also provide self- help advice so you can do temporary repairs to your own home or business. We will only do this if appropriate and safe to do so, given the circumstances and nature of the damage and actions required to make your property safe. We appreciate your support whilst we implement these important measures so we can continue to provide emergency services to the community while protecting the safety of our volunteers. For emergency assistance in storms and floods call NSW SES on 132 500. #NSWSES Saving Lives and protecting Communities. It’s what we do.

06.01.2022 PCYC Wagga Wagga will be running the Emergency Services Cadet Program again this year thanks to generous funding from the Strong Country Communities Fund. Deput...y MLC for Wagga Wagga, Wes Fang MLC, announced the funding for the cadet program for 13-17 year olds in the Wagga Wagga area. The program provides young people with the opportunity to volunteer, learn emergency response skills, gain qualifications, participate in training events and provides a pathway for them to consider a future career with NSW emergency services. 2020 nominations for the Emergency Services Cadet Program are now open and can be submitted via this link https://bit.ly/2A3szZa. #empoweringyoungpeople #waggawagga

05.01.2022 Bureau of Meteorology For people in South Coast, South West Slopes, Riverina, Lower Western, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 2:57 pm Saturday, 28 November 2020.... Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Batemans Bay, Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin and Hay. 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.

03.01.2022 SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Yass, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Griffith and Hay. Warnings: ow.ly/gB9v50CrD0j Radar: ow.ly/5WtY50CrD0h

02.01.2022 Issued at 10:35 pm Sunday, 22 November 2020. TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning... for DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts. Weather Situation: 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 Canberra, Goulburn, Yass, Wagga Wagga, Griffith and Narrandera. 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 1:35 am Monday.

02.01.2022 Just a reminder while many of our children are at home! Some must still attend school therefore school zones are operational and enforceable! Lets keep our kids safe!

01.01.2022 Our members were busy once again completing 18 requests for assistance due to the dust storm that hit Wagga yesterday afternoon, this included one very delicate job involving a tree on a vehicle. Great work team! Jason UC.