This Storm Season, NSW SES need you to be aware and prepared for storms. While storms can happen at any time of the year, between October and March, NSW sees increased chances of strong winds and heavy rain, which risks Read more…

Whether you live in the country, near the coast, in the suburbs or on the urban fringe, planning for bushfires could save your life and your home. Preparing yourself, your family and your property is key. Make sure you know Read more…

If you want to prepare for disasters, Red Cross has a host of useful emergency management resources that can help, including: RediPlan – a free disaster preparedness guide packed with helpful hints and clever strategies on how to prepare for Read more…

Together the NSW SES and University of New England, AU launched the #3things project in May 2019. This series of short videos spark a conversation around the 3 things you would take with you in the event of an emergency Read more…

A Bush Fire Risk Management Plan is a strategic plan that identifies the risk to communities and the assets they value in the local area. The aim of the Bush Fire Risk Management Plan is to identify ways to reduce Read more…

Living with the bush is part of living in New South Wales – but so is living with the risk of fire. You don’t have to live right near the bush to be at risk. Even if your home is Read more…

Did you know? At present, the total economic costs of natural disasters in Australia are estimated to average around $6.3 billion per year (Source: Insurance Council of Australia, 2013) Read more…

The Bureau of Meteorology is Australia’s national weather, climate and water agency. Its expertise and services assist Australians in dealing with the harsh realities of their natural environment, including drought, floods, fires, storms, tsunami and tropical cyclones. Through regular forecasts, Read more…

Recovery Connect brings together services and supports from charities, organisations and government directly to you. This assistance helps people prepare for and recover from disasters and major natural events. Check back in regularly as we frequently add new services and Read more…

Are you at risk? If you live close to a creek, river, major storm water drain or in a low lying area, you may be at risk from floods. Read more…