ACT SES Rivers Unit

20/05/2026

🧡 Today is Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day)!

Check out our Unit Commander Adam’s story below.

15/05/2026

Next Wednesday (📆 20 May) is Wear Orange Wednesday - a national day of appreciation for the State Emergency Service.

It’s all about putting the spotlight on volunteers who selflessly give to their community.

Get involved on the day by dressing in orange, hosting a morning tea, or sharing your gratitude.

31/03/2026

✈️ Over the past 9 days, 7 Rivers Unit members have been deployed as part of a 20 strong ACT SES strike team in the Northern Territory.

🤝 Teams were sent to the town of Katherine to assist with the response and recovery from recent back-to-back major floods that have impacted the community.

Teams were faced with a range of taskings, from cutting up fallen trees, to helping clear out flooded houses. Additionally, teams worked alongside members from a range of jurisdictions, including the NT Emergency Service, SA SES, SA CFS, NSW SES and Fire Rescue Victoria.

🫶 A big thank you to all of our members’ families for supporting them while they put their lives on hold to assist the Northern Territory - they couldn't do it without you.

25/03/2026

7 members of Rivers SES unit are currently in Darwin and will be driving to Katherine tomorrow morning to assist with the cleanup after major flooding.

23/03/2026

✈️ 7 Rivers Unit members are on their way to the Northern Territory as part of this deployment.

Stay safe everyone!

20 volunteers and three staff members from the ACT State Emergency Service are on their way to the Northern Territory to support recovery efforts following ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle.

The team will join crews from the SA State Emergency Service, and deploy into remote areas affected by flooding and storm damage, particularly around Katherine. ACTSES volunteers are highly trained in storm and flood response and will play an important role supporting impacted communities.

These deployments are an important opportunity for our volunteers to use their training in real-world conditions, build experience, and support communities when they need it most.

We wish them safe travels and thank them - and their families and employers - for supporting this deployment. Our thoughts are with all communities affected at this time.

17/03/2026

👀 Have you been wanting to meet your local SES volunteers, have you been needing to brush up on being emergency ready?

Good news! We are going to be out talking with the community at the Harvest Day Out in Lanyon on Saturday 21st March from 10am to 3pm.

Come and see us for the chance to:
🔸 Talk with local SES volunteers
🔸 Learn about how you can prepare for storms and floods
🔸 Check out SES vehicles and equipment

We can't wait to see you all there!

07/03/2026

🟡 An ADVICE level warning for severe weather is in place for parts of the ACT.

Visit www.esa.act.gov.au to keep up to date.

Severe Weather - Act, Monaro, South Coast and Central West

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning, likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding across Canberra.

If you need support during storms and floods call the ACT State Emergency Service on 132 500.

The weather situation can change rapidly, check http://www.bom.gov.au/act/ for weather updates and warnings.

In a life-threatening emergency call Triple-Zero (000).

More � https://esa.act.gov.au/node/6512

02/03/2026

🌧️ Heavy rainfall is forecast to impact Canberra overnight tonight, with flash flooding possible.

📞 For emergency assistance in storms and floods, call 132 500. In a life threatening emergency, call 000.

It sure is wet out there Canberra ⛈️

Rain is expected to continue in the evening, with heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding possible.

The ACT State Emergency Service is reminding the community to stay safe:

⚠️Take it easy on the roads and drive to the conditions;
⛈Keep away from stormwater drains and catchments;
🚗Move your car under cover and away from trees;
🔒Secure or put away loose items;
🚧Never drive, walk or ride through floodwater.

If you need support during a storm or flood, call the ACT State Emergency Service on 132 500. Save Triple-Zero (000) for saving lives.

The weather situation can change rapidly, warnings are displayed on the ACT Emergency Services Agency website.

For more tips on being prepared, visit:
https://esa.act.gov.au/be-emergency-ready/storms

📸 File photo

25/02/2026

⚠️ An ADVICE level warning is current for severe weather in the ACT.

You should continue to monitor conditions. You can find the latest updates at www.esa.act.gov.au

14/01/2026

🔥 With bushfires continuing to impact Victoria, ACT SES has deployed a team to support the CFA (Country Fire Authority) in its ongoing operations.

The team has been tasked with helping run the basecamp that fire crews are staying in.

Our Deputy Unit Commander Sharon is currently the Basecamp Manager and is tasked with coordinating the basecamp.

🫂 We wish all the firefighters and other supporting personnel all the best and hope the ongoing fires in the region can be put out soon.