For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call NSW SES on 132 500   In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
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There are no evacuation centres currently open

Stay up to date

Follow alerts and stay up to date by downloading the Hazards Near Me app, follow NSW SES on social media and listen  to local media outlets.

Hazards Near Me

Hazards Near Me shows current information about local emergencies, including flood, storm, tsunami and bushfire, and advice on what to do to stay safe. 

Social Media
NSW SES warnings are automatically disseminated on relevant regional and local social media pages including Facebook / X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
  • You may be told to evacuate by text message, a phone call to your landline, someone at your door, or a warning siren. 

  • Follow the instructions to leave immediately. Grab your emergency kit if you have one, and supplies for 3 to 7 days. 

  • Assist household members who need extra help evacuating. 

  • Tell your neighbours and friends of your decision and assist them, if you can. 

  • If there's time before you leave, turn off the power, gas, water, and lock doors and windows. 

  • Stay with friends or family in a safe location, if you can, or in rented accommodation. 

  • Check evacuation routes are open viaLive Traffic. 

Disaster Welfare: Evacuation Centre

Disasters can strike suddenly and put people's lives at risk. Emergency Services May determine that people need to evacuate from their homes during a disaster for their own safety. If you need to evacuate from your home, you will hear advice from emergency services including by radio, TV or an app such as Hazards Near Me. For those who can't stay with family or friends and need somewhere to go, you can attend an Evacuation Centre. It's a safe place for people who are displaced from their homes.

During an emergency, evacuation centres may be opened to provide emergency support for you and your animals. You must have your animal emergency bag with you. Remember, these sites may not always be available or suitable for the needs of your animals, so other options are essential. 

You will be asked to register yourself as safe. Volunteers may take your details or you may be requested to register online at Register.Find.Reunite, via theAustralian Red Cross website. 

Disaster recovery

Disaster Recovery Centres may be established following some disasters. Recovery centres may provide a range of welfare services including financial assistance, personal support, organising temporary accommodation and providing information and referrals. If you have been affected by floods and require assistance, contact Disaster Welfare Services on1800 018 444. 

Visit theNSW Government Disaster recovery mapfor information about recovery centres, closed roads, temporary accommodation, wellbeing support and clean-up help.