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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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DOONSIDE | Large tree blocking both lanes on Bungarribee rd. Avoid the area as the road is currently blocked both ways. View on Twitter [external link]
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) attended a serious motor vehicle crash on the Pacific Motorway, at Mooney Mooney Creek on the Central Coast this afternoon. The accident involved two trucks that had collided. Firefighters worked alongside NSW Ambulance and extricated one... Learn more about the Truck Accident at Mooney Mooney Creek.
GREENDALE | At least one dozen #FRNSW firefighters together with the @NSWRFS are fighting a large machinery shed fire on Wolstenholme Ave. Floodwaters making access difficult for incoming crews. View on Twitter [external link]
Crews worked for 3 hours overnight to safely and slowly evacuate 5 adults and 4 kids after they found themselves isolated by moving floodwater. The silver lining was that everyone arrived to the evac centre in style - via our big red trucks. View on Twitter [external link]
ASHMONT | A house is well alight on Ashmont Ave near Wagga Wagga. Crews have controlled the fire and are working to extinguish it fully. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @nswpolice: A number of schools will be non-operational tomorrow (Monday 22 March 2021) due to severe weather. For information on school closures visit: View on Twitter [external link]
OXLEY VALE (TAMWORTH) | At least one dozen #FRNSW firefighters are battling a house fire in Harris Street in the state’s north east. Traffic is blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area. @NSWAmbulance and @nswpolice are both on scene and assisting. View on Twitter [external link]
OXLEY VALE (Tamworth) | #FRNSW crews are working to contain and extinguish a house fire on Harris St. Numerous explosions have been reported. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @NSWSES: ‼ FLOOD EVACUATION ORDER WESTERN PART OF JAMISONTOWN. Evacuate by 9pm Sunday 21 March 2021 using the Great Western Highway Evacuation Route.Full details: View on Twitter [external link]
We all need a little help from our friends. Our Flood Rescue crews have teamed up with Surf Lifesaving rescue boats to search properties for people who may be stranded. In the last 72 hours we have attended 330 calls for storm assistance, and conducted 235 flood rescues. View on Twitter [external link]
RT @NSWSES: ‼️ FLOOD EVACUATION ORDER - WESTERN PARTS OF PENRITH. Evacuate by 4:30pm 21 March 2021, using the Memorial Avenue onto the Great western highway onto Victoria Bridge towards Emu Plains.Full details and streets included in order at: View on Twitter [external link]
RT @NSWSES: ‼FLOOD EVACUATION ORDER NORTHERN END OF MULGOA. Evacuate by 9pm 21 March 2021NSW SES is directing people along Martin Street between Mulgoa Creek and the Nepean River of area to evacuate using the Mulgoa Road Evacuation Route. More: View on Twitter [external link]
RT @NSWSES: ⚠ MAJOR FLOODING occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond. River level is rising. Flooding is likely to be higher than experienced in the February 2020 flood, may reach similar levels to the April 1988 flood event. More: View on Twitter [external link]
RT @PaulBaxterFRNSW: Our firefighters continue to work with @NSWSES and other emergency services during the extreme weather event in NSW. 300+ rescues performed by hundreds of firefighters in the past 48 hours including mass evacuations, water removal and retrieval of stranded people and pets. View on Twitter [external link]
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 Twitter [external link]
Hundreds of firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) have worked around the clock to rescue and assist residents caught up in the treacherous conditions battering the coast of NSW this weekend, providing critical assistance to the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) and other emergency services agencies... Read more about Firefighters work around the clock rescuing hundreds on the coast of New South Wales.
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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [external link]
RT @FRNSW_RS3: House fire #WaggaWagga Friday nightNo reported injuries. Cause being determined with specialist @FRNSW investigator to attend#FRNSW View on Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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 Twitter [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.