NSW SES Cootamundra

02/11/2026

⛈️ Storm season is here — stay ahead of the storm!

Loose items in your backyard can become dangerous during strong winds. Take a few minutes to secure outdoor furniture, trampolines and garden equipment, and move smaller items indoors or into a shed.

✅ Check that larger items are properly anchored and put away anything that could blow around.
✅ Keep your family safe — secure items before the storm arrives and bring everyone indoors when conditions worsen.

A little effort now can help protect your family, property and neighbours. 🧡

30/10/2026

🌧️Stay ahead of the storm

Recent storms across Southern NSW have been a timely reminder of how quickly conditions can change. Were you, your family and your property prepared?

Taking a few simple steps now can help you stay safe when the next storm hits:
-Have an emergency kit ready (water, food, flashlight, batteries)
-Secure outdoor items that could blow away
-Stay informed with weather updates
-Keep your phone charged and handy

You would have noticed our SES crews out and about helping with storm incidents and clean ups in the community, would you like to make a difference in your community and help others next time?

The NSW SES is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team and help protect communities during emergencies. No experience needed – just a willingness to help we will teach you the rest.

Interested? Visit https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer or contact your local SES unit today!
Together, we can face any storm. Stay safe and be prepared!

29/10/2026

🌀 Storm Season is Here — Stay ahead of the Storm 🏠

Storms in NSW can hit hard and fast — but a few simple steps now can help protect your home and your loved ones.

✅ Top 3 Ways to Prepare Your House:

1️⃣ Check Your Roof and Gutters
✔️ Fix loose tiles, roof sheets, and screws
✔️ Clear gutters and downpipes to prevent overflow
✔️ Check drains are not blocked

2️⃣ Trim Trees & Secure Loose Items
✔️ Cut back overhanging branches
✔️ Tie down or store outdoor furniture, toys, tools, and trampolines
✔️ Clean up the yard — loose items can become dangerous in strong winds

3️⃣ Update Your Emergency Plans
✔️ Make or review your household emergency plan
✔️ Ensure insurance is current and covers storm/flood
✔️ Download the Hazards Near Me app for real-time alerts

📱 Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay safe.
💛 Share this with your neighbours — let’s all be storm ready!

24/10/2026

Stay ahead of the storms coming by being prepared and in the know.

🔸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).

24/08/2026

We're in for a wet start to the week with severe thunderstorms possible ⛈️
For inland NSW and the ranges, localised heavy rainfall, flash flooding, damaging winds and large hail are all possible Tuesday before shifting along the northern coast and ranges. Conditions are expected to settle late Wednesday or Thursday.

⚠️ A minor flood warning has been issued for Tumut River due to rainfall forecast from late Monday night into Tuesday.
⚠️ A minor flood warning is also current for the Murray River at Barham.

The NSW SES advises:
🏡Prepare your property now ahead of the storm. Secure loose items that can be blown away in strong winds. Clean your gutters and downpipes to avoid blockages. Fix any broken tiles or damage to your roof. Move your car away from under trees.
🚗 Steer clear of floodwater. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Flash flooding can be dangerous and unpredictable. Stay vigilant.
📲 Stay across warnings using the Hazards Near Me app or head to the NSW SES website.

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

18/08/2026

🚨MEET THE UNIT🚨

We’re introducing members of our unit who continue to put their community first!

🌟 This week we’d like to introduce our recently promoted and qualified In-Water Flood Rescue Operator: Bernie!

We’ve asked them a few questions to share with our community, and perhaps inspire others to join? 👀

🥕So Bernie, how long have you been with the NSW SES and what motivated you to join?
I’ve been a member of the NSW SES for 14 months. After my previous experience in the Australian Army, Corrective Services NSW and Australian Border Force, I wanted to continue doing something meaningful for the community. The SES was a great opportunity to volunteer, learn new skills and help people when they need it most.

🥕What is the best part about volunteering for you?
Definitely the people and the teamwork. There’s a great sense of camaraderie, and I really enjoy working with people who are willing to step up and help others. I also enjoy the training, learning new skills and being challenged along the way.

🥕Finally, if you could tell us one fact about yourself, what would that be?
I love travelling and trying new food. I’m a big believer that a great holiday should involve a bit of adventure, a few good cocktails and some seriously good food!

Thanks Bernie!

🚨 When disaster strikes, we step up to support those in need, and you can too! 💪

At the NSW SES, we believe that everyone has a role to play. Whether you're a Storm & Water Damage Operator, qualified in a Rescue Role or an Admin & Logistics Officer, there's a place for you in the Orange Army.

🤝 Join us and help your community today!
Visit our website to learn more about volunteering with NSW SES:
https://tinyurl.com/VolunteerNSWSES

18/08/2026

Working alongside other zones to continue to build our very own capabilities.

11/07/2026

02/07/2026

Have you been thinking about volunteering with SES?

Could you see yourself in orange?

Are you an ex serviceman or woman looking for that purpose again, the familiarity of a uniform and like minded people wanting to help our fellow citizens?

Age, Gender, physical abilities can all be catered for with roles in field operations, swift water, logistics, communications and so many others.

Want to know more about what it means to be an SES Volunteer?

Do you know what different volunteer positions there are in SES?

Come along to one of our Wednesday training nights, get all your questions answered and meet some of our volunteers.

When - Wednesday from 18:30hrs
Where - Cootamundra SES Depot, Lot 31 Fuller drive, Cootamundra

For more information visit:
https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/get-involved/volunteer/

We hope to see you there!

01/07/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for most of the South West Slopes Zone. We have received a number of 000 calls for trees down over roads. Please take care if travelling overnight with further calls expected as the storms move east.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for DAMAGING WINDS

For people in South West Slopes and parts of Southern Tablelands, Riverina, Snowy Mountains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:10 pm Wednesday, 1 July 2026.

Severe thunderstorms occurring through southern parts of the state.

Weather Situation: A cold front is moving through the south of the state this evening. Thunderstorms developing along this system will be fast-moving towards the east.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Yass, Young, Tumbarumba, Cabramurra, Selwyn and Cootamundra.

98 km/h wind gust was recorded at Deniliquin Airport at 8:39 pm.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* 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.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

The next warning is due to be issued by 1:10 am Thursday.