Hazards Near Me is an app for official information on emergencies including warnings about bushfires and floods. Search for ‘Hazards Near Me NSW’ in the app store and make sure you are prepared this summer. Find out more at nsw.gov.au

If you are travelling: 📷 Check the fire danger rating before you travel 📷 Set up a watch zone in the Hazards Near Me App 📷 Think about what you would do if a fire started 📷 Remember it is dangerous to drive through smoke or fire youtube.com/watch?v=nFJVaN…

Cardiac arrest is often unexpected and affects more than 9000 people in NSW each year. GoodSAM is an app that alerts volunteer responders to someone nearby in cardiac arrest who needs CPR while paramedics arrive. visit: ambulance.nsw.gov.au/goodsam/volunt…

Do you know what to do if a storm hits? Being prepared means knowing what you need to do before it happens. Prepare an emergency kit with essential items in case you lose power or need to leave in an emergency. Do your bit, get storm fit. Find out more at ses.nsw.gov.au

During hot weather, make sure you drink plenty of water and stay as cool as possible. Avoid exercising in the hottest part of the day and if you have to work outside, stay hydrated and wear sun protection every day. Learn more: health.nsw.gov.au/beattheheat

If you live close to a creek, river, major storm water drain or in a low‐lying area, you may be in a high-risk flood area. If you come across flooded roads, never enter floodwater. Do your part, be flood smart. Find out how at ses.nsw.gov.au

During a crisis or emergency, it’s important to take personal identification and documentation with you. This guide explains how to prepare for a disaster or crisis by keeping documents – both physical and digital copies – safe and accessible: nsw.gov.au/emergency/prep…

Recent storms and heavy rains have left their mark on our roads network. If you’re travelling, use Live Traffic NSW to plan your trip and avoid road closures - bit.ly/3C8wL5D. Download the Hazards Near Me app for local alerts and warnings - bit.ly/3Sr4mSp

A heatwave warning has been issued by Bureau of Meteorology, New South Wales. It's important to keep yourself and your home cool. Heat-related illnesses can impact anyone, but babies, young children, people over 65 and those with existing health conditions are most at risk.

Recovery efforts in the Central West will be boosted under a joint Commonwealth and State Government $100m Central West Recovery and Resilience Package with a range of programs to begin next month, and a new temporary preschool opening in Eugowra. More: nsw.gov.au/media-releases…

On this second-year anniversary of the devastating floods in the Northern Rivers, we are thinking of the many people who were impacted by the floods. We are committed to supporting you in your recovery journey.

We all know that severe storms can strike at any time. Feel prepared and stay one step ahead with the latest alerts on the Hazards Near Me app - now with severe weather warnings! 📲 nsw.gov.au/emergency/haza…

Across the state, many areas are currently enduring HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to dangerous and life-threatening FLASH FLOODING. The NSW SES warns all affected communities to stay ALERT and stay SAFE. Check your #HazardsNearMe app or visit the Bureau of Meteorology, Australia for current warnings.

If you’ve been impacted by the recent floods, we’re here to help. For more information about what support and financial assistance is available, please visit nsw.gov.au/emergency/floo… Or, if you’d like to speak to someone on the phone, you can call Service NSW on 13 77 88.

In an exclusive for the NSW Reconstruction Authority, Acting CEO Mal Lanyon spoke with ABC North Coast presenter, Joanna Shoebridge regarding the ongoing work of the department. Listen to the interview here: youtu.be/h2lWQBBfS8o