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Media representatives can contact the VICSES Media Line on 1300 783 933 between the hours of 6am and 10pm, seven days a week.

During large-scale emergencies, the VICSES Media Line will be available 24 hours. You can also contact the VICSES media team via email at media@ses.vic.gov.au.

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"Larger tsunami waves are no longer a threat, but small and unusual waves may still be expected."
"If you do lose your way and have called for help, stay where you are."
"Our volunteers are part of what makes Victoria such a special place to live."
"Every tree can be a hazardous tree."
"From all of our amazing VICSES volunteers and staff, we wish you a happy, peaceful and safe New Year."
“I can’t thank VICSES enough; the volunteers at VICSES Bendigo were such a wonderful group of people."
“We had people at risk. We had an opportunity to make a difference, and we did make a difference.”
"The landslide was reported at two points of the road, blocking access to the road’s only entry and exit points."
"As catchments in Gippsland are already wet, major flooding is likely for Bemm, Cann, Genoa and Snowy Rivers."