NSW SES Bankstown Unit

🚁🚁 Bankstown members soar to new heights in aircraft safety training 🚁🚁

A fun day for 4 NSW SES volunteers from Banstown who allong with other NSW SES members attended training with the westpac rescue helicopter crew on working safely around aircrafts.

🌟 **Urban Search and Rescue Training for Emergency Volunteers** 🌟

This past 4 weeks, our volunteers had an opportunity to brush up their Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) skills to equip them with the essential skills to help save lives in the most challenging urban disasters.

The comprehensive training program covered several critical areas:

🏗️ Structural Collapse Response

🚑 Medical First Response

🚧 Safety Protocols

🤝 Team Coordination and Communication

A huge thank you to our lead trainer who made this possible and to all the volunteers who are now better equipped to make a difference when disaster strikes.

⚠️Stay informed⚠️

The NSW SES advises people in Milperra and surrounds to STAY INFORMED about predicted possible minor flooding on the Georges River.

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

Flood - Advice; Liverpool and Milperra. Stay informed. Advice - Liverpool and Milperra flooding - Stay informed

🌟 Community Heroes🌟
We are incredibly grateful to our amazing NSW State Emergency volunteers who stepped up to support a major media event at the Bankstown unit, spreading critical information about the importance of young volunteers. Your dedication ensures that our community stays informed and safe.
Together, we can weather any storm!
👏Thank you for your unwavering commitment👏

Members of Canterbury SES and Bankstown SES units conducted joint training on the latest tarping techniques. A special thanks to the amazing volunteer cooks - the meals were awesome.

Join us in celebrating and showing our support for the incredible volunteers of NSW SES by wearing orange to work on Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day)!

🧡 Why Wear Orange?

To recognize the dedication and hard work of NSW SES volunteers who respond to emergencies and keep our communities safe.
To raise awareness and appreciation for their vital contributions.

🚨 Our Volunteers Training for Storm Season! 🚨This weekend, our dedicated NSW SES volunteers took part in a chainsaw crosscut assessment to prepare for the upcoming storm season. 🌧️🌪️ With major storms often leading to fallen trees and blocked roads, this crucial skill ensures that our community can stay safe when disaster strikes. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and to our expert instructors/ assessors. Your hard work and commitment are what make our community resilient and strong. 💪❤️Stay safe and prepared, everyone!

Our emergency response volunteers took their training to new heights—literally! 🚨 Practicing on rooftops, they're ready to leap into action when communities need them most after major storms.

To all the amazing mums out there, Happy Mother's Day! Your love, strength, and wisdom shape the world. Today, we celebrate YOU for the countless sacrifices you make and the boundless love you give. Thank you for being the heartbeat of our lives.

We also honor the superhero mums who serve in our emergency services. Your bravery, dedication, and sacrifice are an inspiration to us all. Happy Mother's Day to the heroes who keep our communities safe!

🧡 🦸‍♀️💐 "

⚡The rain has definitely arrived for a second weekend in a row⚡.

When experiencing property damage from the Weather events it may be challenging to identify who to contact and when. To make it simpler, NSW SES has devised a guide for you on who to contact and when.

✅ Check out our simple flow chart below or visit https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/when-to-call

📞 If you do need support call 132 500

Come and visit the BKK SES team at Bunnings Padstow to celebrate Mothers Day

Homeowners, listen up!
🏚 Blocked or inactive sump pumps are a serious issue, particularly for those with below-ground garages, especially during stormy weather.

🍃🪵 It's often debris like plastic bags, leaves, rocks, and sticks that cause these blockages, hampering the pump's ability to do its job effectively. The consequence? Flooded properties, which can spell disaster for your home, cars, and belongings.

📑📑 But here's the silver lining: regular preventative checks and maintenance can make all the difference. By staying proactive, you can avoid the stress, headaches, and insurance claims that come with water damage. Take charge of your property's well-being today.
Image credited to Bing.

Homeowners, it's time to take charge of your property's well-being!

🏚 Don't wait until it's too late to address issues like clogged gutters, neglected drains, and malfunctioning sump pumps. Emergency services are only called once the damage is done, leaving you stressed and scrambling to mitigate the aftermath.

🦸 But here's the good news: proactive maintenance and timely repairs are your best allies against property damage and stress. By regularly clearing gutters, checking drains, and ensuring your sump pumps are in tip-top shape, you can prevent disasters before they strike.

💵 Remember, the cheapest and most effective way to reduce property damage and overall stress is through preventative maintenance. Don't let neglect drain your finances and peace of mind—take responsibility for your property today!

We ask our residents to stay alert and prepared for heavy rainfalls, isolated thunderstorms and flash flooding over the weekend.

Rainfall forecast for the east coast this weekend 💧

The NSW SES is closely monitoring forecasts and preparing assets & personnel for any potential flash flooding impacts over the coming days.

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting isolated heavy rainfall for the Illawarra, Central Coast, Sydney and Hunter regions, bringing a risk of localised flash flooding, particularly during Sunday. Isolated thunderstorms are expected to affect the far west from this afternoon. During Friday and Saturday, broad areas of the central and northern inland are forecast to receive moderate falls, with a risk of localised heavy falls and flash-flooding from thunderstorms.

⛈️ Volunteers, assets and flood rescue operators are ready and able to respond to any bad weather across NSW.

☂️ People can prepare their homes now by clearing their gutters and securing any loose outdoor items.

🚙 If come across a flooded road, stop, turn around and find an alternate route. Driving, walking or riding through floodwater is not worth the risk.

📱Download the Hazards Near Me app to stay up to date with any flood or storm alerts in your location.

Read more: https://ow.ly/LcEZ50RujTn

Hey there, homeowners, its me again 👋!
🌧 Don't let water damage put a damper on your day! Sump pumps are lifesavers in properties with basements and below-ground garages, as they swoop in to remove water before it causes chaos.

😫But here's the deal: failing to install or maintain your sump pump can result in pricey repairs and damage to your precious home and possessions.

🦸So, here's your solution: take charge! Test your sump pump regularly and invest in preventative maintenance. By staying proactive, you can keep your property dry and your possessions safe. Say goodbye to headaches and hello to peace of mind!

Image credit: 9News and NSW SES Canterbury Unit

Get ready to know more about sump pumps ! Today, we're shining the spotlight on these essential home gadgets.

🪠Sump pumps come in two main types: manual (pedestal) and automatic (submersible). With manual pumps, you're in control, switching them on and off as needed. Meanwhile, automatic pumps kick into action automatically when water levels rise. Each type has its own set of advantages and disadvantages, so choose wisely!

🛒Where can you snag one of these lifesavers? Look no further than your local hardware stores, home improvement centres, or plumbing supply shops.

👷When it comes to installation, it's best to leave it to the pros. Hiring a professional ensures your sump pump is installed correctly and safely, giving you peace of mind.

🔧 And don't forget about maintenance! Keep track of your maintenance schedule to ensure your pump receives yearly check-ups. Regular maintenance not only keeps it functioning properly but also extends its lifespan.

Stay ahead of the game with your sump pump knowledge and keep your home protected from water damage!

Image credit to: 1tomplumber

That was fun! Our volunteers were practicing their flood boat skills along the Georges River today.

Our team of dedicated and passionate volunteers provided invaluable support to our esteemed veterans during the ANZAC DAY March in Sydney, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to honoring the sacrifices of those who have served in the military. WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

This Anzac Day, the NSW SES pays tribute to the bravery of our Australian heroes who served for our country.

We will always remember them. Lest we forget 🇦🇺

A storm cell has been detected on the Bureau of Meterology Radar which has already brought hail to areas of Liverpool.

Residents are advised to move cars under cover, and remain indoors.

Stay up to date via; http://www.bom.gov.au/products/IDR714.loop.shtml

How was your weekend? Our volunteers underwent intense training this weekend around some core skills required in the field including safety, briefings, ropes and knots, fire safety and much more. A big thank you to our amazing support teams consisting of our capability team, trainers and catering team for making the training weekend a huge success.

Our volunteers responded to a large tree down on the Hume Highway at Yagoona this morning. The team quickly worked through the job, to get traffic flowing again.

Our amazing volunteers were still out and about over the weekend dealing with some large and complex jobs around Bankstown 🧡

Volunteers from the NSW SES Bankstown unit assisted crews from Penrith and Auburn units to round up 21 sheep well into the dark last night between flood waters and a major road. All sheep were safely loaded onto a truck and all members returned safely home
After counting 21 sheep, our crew remained wide awake😂

Appreciation to everyone who called NSW SES and waited patiently as our amazing volunteers handled each request.

⚠⚠Last night brought plenty of rainfall, and though the rain has subsided for now, we urge residents to remain vigilant and keep an eye on the rising river levels.

Georges River Heights as of 7:45am, at the following locations are noted below:
Minto Heights: 5.19m rising
Liverpool Bridge: 1.86m rising
Milperra Bridge: 1.96m rising
Picnic point: 1.78m rising

Stay safe out there!

With rainfall having continued overnight, our local residents may have woken to some leaking roofs.

Roof leaks frequently stem from obstructed gutters, which prevent water from draining properly. This obstruction often leads to water seeping under the eaves causing leaks into the ceiling.

To clear your gutters, residents may;
🛠 Physically remove leaves and dirt in gutters
🛠 Use the garden hose to clear/ flush drains
🛠 Remove the downpipe from gutter to release water and stop water from running down walls and windows
🛠 Seek assistance from Tradespersons

⚡There has been plenty of wet weather about⚡.

When experiencing property damage from the Weather events it may be challenging to identify who to contact and when. To make it simpler, NSW SES has devised a guide for you on who to contact and when.

✅ Check out our simple flow chart below or visit https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/when-to-call

📞 If you do need support call 132 500

A limited supply of sandbags are available for collection at the following location.

📍NSW SES Bankstown Unit at 2 Johnston Rd Bass Hill

These sandbags are provided for use by residents who may be impacted by flooding. We ask for the community to be considerate of other residents who may require sandbags before collecting.

Stay Safe and remember don't drive through flood waters or blocked roads under any circumstance. Safety is our Priority.

Milperra Bridge is closed due to flooding.
Sections along Henry Lawson Drive may also be impacted by heavy rainfall or riverine flooding today...most likely around 8:00am.
Never drive through flood water.
Checkout https://www.livetraffic.com/ before you travel.