SES Corio Unit

17/06/2026

Flood warnings are issued by the Bureau of Meteorology to warn the community of possible riverine flooding.

VICSES then turn them into community/township specific warnings on VicEmergency with clear action statements on what to do.

Here’s a quick summary on each level of Bureau issued flood warnings, so you know how to act if impacted by a flood emergency in your area.

During any emergency, it’s important not to rely on only one source of information. Monitor the VicEmergency app and tune in to your local emergency radio and television broadcasters.

17/06/2026

Reminder for tomorrow! ⬇️

AusAlert is being tested in Geelong, Victoria at 2:00 pm tomorrow afternoon. ⚠️

Here’s what you need to know. 👇

A test AusAlert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in the Belmont and Highton area of City of Greater Geelong at around 2:00 pm on Thursday 18 June 2026.

If you are near the test area with a compatible mobile device, you may receive the alert. 📱

Devices may vibrate and play a siren-like warning sound for about 10 seconds. An AusAlert may appear on your device screen. It will clearly say it is a test. You don't need to do anything.

There will also be a national test on Monday 27 July 2026, at around 2:00 pm AEST. AusAlerts will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in Australia.

Ensure you can receive AusAlerts by installing the latest software update and restarting your device. Updates also fix bugs, improve performance and may boost battery life. ✅

You can find more information about what the test will look like, and how an AusAlert will appear on your device at: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/community-testing

10/06/2026

It’s Thank a First Responder Day, a time to express our gratitude to all those on the frontline keeping us safe, and the families which support them.

You can get involved by sharing a message of thanks on social media or holding a special themed event.

A big thank you to all our career and volunteer agency colleagues for what they do to support our community!

Find out more here: https://fortemaustralia.org.au/tafrd-2/

Photo: Fortem Australia

06/06/2026

Congratulations to VICSES Corio volunteers Alex and Narelle who completed the Safe Working At Heights (SWAHs) course over the weekend!

Alongside members from nine surrounding units, they now have the skills to use our rope system to safety undertake temporary emergency building repairs on roofs or at height.

Well done to all the course participants 👏

SES Barwon South West Region

05/06/2026

If you’re out on the road over the King’s Birthday long weekend, instead of pushing on when you’re feeling tired, pull over and take a power nap. 🚗

Yawning, rubbing your eyes and feeling restless while driving are all signs of fatigue, which can lead to serious road incidents.

Driver Reviver stops are a great place to take a break. Find locations via the website here: www.driverreviver.com.au/

25/05/2026

A new national warning system called AusAlert will be used in emergencies across Australia from October 2026.

As part of the rollout, there will be testing across Australia - including Geelong.

📣At 2:00 pm on Thursday 18 June 2026, AusAlert community testing is happening in Highton and Belmont. If you’re in this location or the Geelong area at the time of the test, you may receive a test alert on your mobile phone, tablet or smart watch.

➡️ The AusAlert test will be a Priority Alert. It will vibrate and include a loud siren-like sound that last about 10 seconds.

➡️AusAlert will appear as a notification on your device screen (not a text message).

➡️ If receiving the test could disrupt you or cause you or someone you know to feel unsafe, visit the AusAlert website at ausalert.gov.au to find out how to turn a Priority Alert off on your device.

This will only be a test so you don’t need to do anything, but in an actual disaster you should follow the alert instructions to keep yourself and
others safe.

To learn what an AusAlert sounds like or for more information, visit ausalert.gov.au See less

21/05/2026

Wear Orange Wednesday! 🧡

A big thankyou to Story House Early Learning Lara for their support for VICSES Corio, with the kids putting on their best orange for WOW Day and doing some fantastic learning about what we do!

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

Today is Wear Orange Wednesday! 🧡

Thanks to our community for their ongoing support, we couldn't do what we do without you!

A big thanks also to AAMI for all the assistance they provide VICSES, and for this fantastic video - watch to the end for some familiar faces!