NSW SES Lake Macquarie Unit

23/10/2026

We’re expecting damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall on Sunday as severe storms move across the state.

Storms are expected to develop across western NSW on Sunday morning and move east towards Sydney during the afternoon.

Further storms could affect Sydney overnight on Sunday and into Monday, before the severe weather risk shifts to the northeast coast where heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding next week.

Make sure you’re prepared and stay ahead of the storm.

🔸Tie down loose items in your yard
🔸Park undercover and away from trees or powerlines
🔸Clear your gutters of debris�🔸Keep clear of creeks and storm drains

📲 Ensure you monitor the Hazards Near Me app to stay across warnings.

🚫 If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Flash flooding is dangerous and unpredictable.

☎️�If you need assistance, call us on 132 500. If life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).

23/10/2026

Morning Community

Recently, emergency services attended Costco for a public information day. Our members had a medium storm vehicle and our new boat on display. To say thanks, Costco generously donated work lights to assist volunteers on night duties.

Thank you Costco

22/10/2026

19/10/2026

There’s another week of unsettled weather ahead across the state! ☔️

🔹 In the North and North East of NSW, we’re expecting showers and thunderstorms with a risk of localised moderate-to-heavy rainfall from today through the rest of the week.

🔹 Today and tomorrow in the Far West, we could see severe thunderstorms.

🔹 The ranges and slopes should prepare for a cold front to arrive on Sunday with the possibility of severe thunderstorms bringing localised heavy rainfall, damaging wind gusts and large hail.

Our teams are prepared and have been monitoring the forecast, but you should too.

📲 Keep across the Hazards Near Me app to stay ahead of the storm.

Prepare early. Stay informed. Act safely.

☎️ If you require assistance, call us on 132 500. If life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).

06/10/2026

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Remember: Plan early. Prepare properly. Act safely. T&Cs apply, visit the competition page for more information.

03/10/2026

Afternoon Community

While the really heavy rain and thunderstorms have missed us so far, don't be complacent.

There is still a chance we may get rain and thunderstorms. Hope you have been taking the opportunity to get ahead of the storms by taking care of your maintenance (more information can be found here https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/stormseason).

Also, daylight saving starts at 2:00am tomorrow morning. Our clocks go forward one (1) hour! Laptops, PC's, Smartphones and Smartwatches should all adjust automatically. You will need to check Ovens, Microwaves and other clocks.

Enjoy your long weekend and drive carefully. Double demerits are in place.

02/10/2026

This long weekend we’re expecting severe thunderstorms, large hail, heavy rainfall and damaging winds across parts of the state from this evening into Sunday.

Severe thunderstorms are possible across the Central West, South Coast, Illawarra and Sydney from today through to Sunday, before moving northeast early next week.

Thunderstorms could bring flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail, with heavy rainfall reaching up to 100mm in some areas. Minor flooding is also possible across state river systems.

Residents in the forecast areas should be prepared and follow safety advice:

🔸Clear your drains and gutters
🔸Trim back overhanging trees or branches
🔸Tie down loose items
🔸If you come across a flooded road, steer clear and find an alternative route

📲 Download Hazards Near Me to stay across warnings and if you’re going away, ensure you check the weather at both your destination and at home.

🚗 Remember, double demerits are now in play and the roads may be heavier, so drive to conditions.

If you come across a flooded road, steer clear and find an alternative route.

If you require assistance, call us on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

01/10/2026

Morning Community

A friendly reminder that Daylight Saving starts at 2:00am Sunday, 4 October 2026.

2:00am becomes 3:00am as we move our clocks one (1) hour forward. The extra hour of daylight is a good opportunity to get ahead of maintenance tasks for the storm season. More information can be found at https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/stormseason.

The "Hazards Near Me" app is also a good way to keep informed about what's happening near you. For storm warnings, keep an eye on the "Bureau of Meteorology" app and website.

Finally, dive carefully! Double demerits are in force!!

30/09/2026

Morning Community

Welcome to October!! Thge 4th of October is when Daylight Saving time starts by putting your clocks forward by one (1) hour at 2:00 am. Computers, laptops, smartphones and smartwatches should change the time automatically. Remember to manually change ovens, microwaves and other clocks.

With the extra hour of daylight, it's a good time to undertake maintenance of your property. October also brings with it an increased threat of thunderstorms! Some tips are:

🚨 Clean your roof gutters and valleys.
🚨 Trim overhanging trees.
🚨 Ensure that and play equipment is secured and can't be moved by wind.

Download the "Hazards Near Me" app to stay informed. Further information can be found at https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/during-emergency/during-storm.

29/09/2026