NSW floods ‒ information and support services

For individuals, families and businesses seeking financial assistance, support or information in relation to NSW floods.

Members of the SES deliver food and supplies during NSW flooding.

Check the latest warnings

Visit NSW SES HazardWatch for flood warnings or download the Hazards Near Me app.

Read local council websites and Live Traffic for road closure information.

Monitoring and emergency services

Flood warnings and evacuation centres

Visit the SES website for flood alerts, road closures and locations of evacuation centres.

Local information for flood-affected residents

Check for locations near you where you can find assistance, such as recovery centres.

Weather warnings

Current weather warnings are listed on the Bureau of Meteorology website.

Financial help

Grants for people affected by floods

Discover the financial assistance available to people in NSW who experienced severe weather in 2022.

Grants for businesses, NFPs and community groups

If your NSW business, community group or not-for-profit has been affected by severe weather or flooding, there is financial support and other assistance available.

Grants for farmers and primary producers

A range of support measures is available for farmers and primary producers affected by storms and floods in NSW.

Temporary housing and local support

If your home is lost or damaged

Find information about what to do, and what support is available, if your home or property was affected by flooding.

Temporary housing programs

Temporary housing is being established in the Northern Rivers and in the Central West. Find out about the accommodation available and how to apply.

Floods information by topic

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Grants and other support

Financial help and payments are available to people living in disaster-declared areas.

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Preparing for a flood

Information on preparing your property, business, and loved ones safe by creating your own flood safety plan before an emergency happens.

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Local help and information

Find help available in your local area, including recovery centres, clean-up help, transport and road information.

Cleanup after floods

Flood recovery

Advice and support for cleaning up after a flood, what to do about damaged property, accommodation, and replacing lost documents.

Mental health support

Your health and wellbeing

It's important that you prioritise your safety and wellbeing after a flood. Find information and resources on how to look after your physical and mental health.

Additional information and services

Support services 

Housing and property

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