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We responded to 125,583 incidents in 2021-22. The incidents displayed below are note-worthy incidents that have been published as media releases or tweets. Details about incidents may change and should not be used as emergency information and/or advice.
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WEST WALLSEND | A car has hit the embankment on the Pacific Hwy. One person is trapped and is being treated by combined agencies. #FRNSW crews are working to release the occupant. @nswpolice @NSWAmbulance View on X [external link]
RT @BOM_NSW: ⚠️ #Flood Warning updated for #Hawkesbury #Nepean Valley. River levels at #Penrith have risen rapidly this morning Flood levels along the Hawkesbury expected similar to the 1961 Flood. See for details and updates; follow advice from @NSWSES. #NSWFloods View on X [external link]
Despite the torrential rains and winds, Strike Team Victor swam, waded and rowed over 3km with a rescue raft to assist NSW Police Force rescue two residents from a house in rising flood water. It took almost 3 hours but was well worth it to move these residents to safety. View on X [external link]
Fire crews from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) have extinguished a house fire on Bligh Street in Tamworth. Just after 11 am, multiple crews from Tamworth and South Tamworth Fire Stations worked quickly to extinguish the fire, which started in the... Learn more about the House Fire at Tamworth.
Just before 11 am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to a house alight on Thompson Avenue, Moorebank. More than 20 Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze which was also threatening neighbouring properties. The occupants... Learn more about the House Fire at Moorebank.
Strike Team Zulu waded and paddled 1.5km each way to ensure residents of a residential village in Port Macquarie could evacuate safely. They were helped by a local who had access to a flat bottom boat, meaning we could transfer up to 12 people at a time. View on X [external link]
ASHFIELD | Overnight firefighters have contained and extinguished a fire in a computer games shop in Ashfield Mall. The shop suffered extensive smoke and water damage. View on X [external link]
RT @FRNSW_RS3: House fire #WaggaWagga Friday nightNo reported injuries. Cause being determined with specialist @FRNSW investigator to attend#FRNSW View on X [external link]
RT @BOM_NSW: The weather situation in #NSW tonight remains volatile, dangerous & dynamic. Numerous #Warnings are in place & we're urging people to keep watch as the situation continues to evolve through tonight @NSWSES also providing updates View on X [external link]
RT @nswpolice: Are you evacuating your home, business or workplace due to flooding?Please register using Register. Find. Reunite (RFR)Registering is quick & easy. Use this link: & click ‘Register’. If you are looking for a loved one, use the same link & click ‘Find’. View on X [external link]
RYDALMERE | Almost thirty #FRNSW firefighters are battling and responding to multiple triple zero (000) calls to a confirmed blaze in a large building on Victoria Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area. @nswpolice and @NSWAmbulance are also responding. View on X [external link]
RT @nswpolice: The Public Information Inquiry Centre (PIIC), is now open to take calls from the public about the flood-affected areas in NSW. The number is 1800 227 228. In case of an emergency, dial Triple Zero (000). View on X [external link]
In the past 26 hours our flood rescue teams have completed more than 100 rescues. As they head into hour 27, please stay safe, stay alert and stay up to date via: View on X [external link]
Just before 8:30 am this morning, multiple Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews responded to Esme Avenue, Chester Hill with reports of widespread storm damage across the area. More than 20 firefighters are currently in the area assessing properties, with many... Learn more about the Multiple Building Collapse at Chester Hill.
RT @NSWSES: #GetReady now for Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS & DAMAGING SURF for people in Metropolitan, Illawarra and parts of Mid North Coast, Hunter, South Coast, Central Tablelands & Southern Tablelands locations. @BOM_NSW #sydneystorms View on X [external link]
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Our @FRNSW flood rescue crews have had a busy afternoon responding to storm and flood incidents on the state’s Mid North Coast. We assisted @NSWSES in rescuing six people from a caravan park in Nambucca Heads whilst in Kempsey, we rescued two people and a dog, Cookie. View on X [external link]
RT @BOM_NSW: A potentially dangerous #flood situation is unfolding for parts of the #MidNorthCoast of #NSW with intense rainfall leading to life threatening flash #flooding possible. Numerous minor to moderate flood warnings are also current. Latest forecasts: View on X [external link]
Just before 2:30pm this afternoon Fire and Rescue (FRNSW) crews were called to Balmoral Crescent, Georges Hall to rescue a kitten who had become trapped in the engine compartment of a car. Firefighters from Bankstown Fire Station worked quickly to remove... Learn more about the Animal Rescue at Georges Hall.
Just before 2pm this afternoon Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews were called to a house fire on Luxford Road, Whalan. Crews arrived on scene to find the house well alight, but within minutes were able to gain control of the... Learn more about the House Fire at Whalan.
QUEANBEYAN EAST | #FRNSW firefighters are investigating a gas leak at a school on Yass Road. Around 300 children and staff have been evacuated while crews investigate the source. View on X [external link]
MACKSVILLE | #FRNSW crews are responding to a motor vehicle crash on the Pacific Highway, south of Macksville, towards Warrell Creek. Traffic is affected. @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice are responding. Please exercise caution in the area and monitor @LiveTrafficNSW for updates. View on X [external link]
More than 20 firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) have extinguished a blaze that broke out at a home on Flinders Street, Darlinghurst just after 6am this morning. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a three-level terrace well alight. Seven... Learn more about the House Fire at Darlinghurst.
SURRY HILLS | #FRNSW crews have extinguished a house fire on Fitzroy St. The occupant of the home has been treated on scene and transported by @NSWAmbulance. View on X [external link]
Just after 5 am this morning, the first of many Triple Zero (000) calls were received to reports of a factory on fire on Hoxton Park Road in Prestons. Firefighters arrived to find fire through the roof and expanding into the... Learn more about the Large Factory Fire at Prestons.
COWAN | #FRNSW firefighters from Berowra are responding along with @nswpolice, @NSWAmbulance and @NSWRFS to a motor vehicle accident on the Pacific Highway, south of the Hawkesbury River Bridge. Northbound traffic is impacted. Motorists should exercise caution in the area. View on X [external link]
A large tree came down on multiple power lines last night resulting in a complex Ausgrid operation. ... Learn more about the Power Cut to 1000 Homes at Raymond Terrace.
Yesterday, Thursday 18 March, Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters from the Port Stephens area worked to clear over one metre of stormwater from an underground car park on Victoria Rd, Nelson Bay after the integrated pump system in the car... Learn more about the Flash flooding at Nelson Bay.
LURNEA | #FRNSW firefighters are attending to a fire involving solar panels at a house in Bird Ave. View on X [external link]
CLOTHIERS CREEK | #FRNSW Firefighters have worked to contain hazardous materials spilt following a truck crash in the State’s north. Traffic on the @M1trafficNSW is affected. @nswpolice, @NSWAmbulance and @NSWRFS also in attendance. View on X [external link]
Further Information
- For flood information and warnings, visit the NSW State Emergency Service website [external link].
- For bushfire and grass fire warnings or more information on bushfire incidents, visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website [external link].
- For the latest information on changes to traffic conditions, visit Live Traffic NSW [external link].
- During major incidents look and listen for information on TV, radio, the internet, mobile phones and neighbours.
- Call Triple Zero (000) to report all fires and emergencies.