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Melbourne VICSES crew fly to Horsham for tornado clean-up

Published: 08/12/2020

Melbourne VICSES crew fly to Horsham for tornado clean-up Published 08/12/2020 After a massive 24 hours, local VICSES crews in Horsham are being relieved by a specialised team of Melbourne...

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VICSES urging outdoor diners and businesses to be vigilant over windy weekend

Published: 04/12/2020

VICSES is urging Victorians to be vigilant when dining or spending time outdoors ahead of high winds this weekend.

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Mindfit Podcast: Special Movember episode now live

Published: 23/11/2020

As part of the VICSES Movember men's health campaign, we chat with Associate Professor Tony Walker, CEO of Ambulance Victoria and ambassador of the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

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Strong winds lash Victoria, keeping VICSES busy

Published: 16/11/2020

Strong winds lash Victoria, keeping VICSES busy Published 16/11/2020 Updated 4:00pm - Monday 16 November • In the past 24 hours to midday on Monday (16/11), VICSES has received over 1,300...

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Severe weather and risk of thunderstorms

Published: 10/11/2020

The Bureau of Meteorology are forecasting a front to cross Victoria tomorrow (Wednesday) with an elevated Thunderstorm Asthma risk; potential for severe thunderstorms with possible strong gusty...

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New VICSES podcast series

Published: 02/11/2020

VICSES has recently released two new podcast series, highlighting the achievements of our VICSES volunteers, as well as focusing on wellbeing and health with the experts.

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Historical flooding keeps VICSES busy in state's south west

Published: 21/10/2020

A La Nina system has brought with it heavy rains and flooding across Victoria recently, keeping VICSES truly on its toes.

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How a clever app helped VICSES respond to south west floods

Published: 21/10/2020

An innovative technology has helped VICSES stay on top of a hazardous dam incident in Torquay and recent, riverine flooding in the state's south west.

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Press Conference - Potential for heavy rain and flash flooding in Victoria

Published: 06/10/2020

Audio of press conference between VICSES and Bureau of Meteorology - Wednesday 7 Oct.

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VICSES attend Torquay dam leak - locals kept safe and dry

Published: 06/10/2020

VICSES volunteers from a number units have attended a housing estate in Torquay, after a residents were concerned a nearby dam would burst.

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Preparations for potential flood underway - State Emergency Response Plan Flood Sub-plan V2 released

Published: 02/10/2020

Preparations for potential flood underway - State Emergency Response Plan Flood Sub-plan V2 released Published 02/10/2020 The Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) have released the State...

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La Niña and flash floods - how to prepare this spring

Published: 24/09/2020

Every year VICSES volunteers attend thousands flood and storm incidents, with the public urged to pay attention, prepare, and do the right thing if flooding occurs this spring.

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VICSES assist in major Yarra Ranges search

Published: 24/09/2020

Dozens of VICSES volunteers have worked alongside Victoria Police, Bush Search & Rescue (BSAR) and more to search for 14 year-old William Wall, which sadly ended in tragedy.

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Emergency chiefs talk flood, fire and disaster preparedness

Published: 31/08/2020

VICSES Chief Officer Tim Wiebusch has been part of a critical seasonal outlook and preparedness discussion, centering on a potential high rainfall system and the 2020-2021 bushfire season.

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VICSES urges public to prepare for further strong winds

Published: 29/08/2020

VICSES urges public to prepare for further strong winds Published 29/08/2020 Media release – Saturday 29/8/20 - 17:30 VICSES urges public to prepare for further strong winds VICSES...

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VICSES respond to wild winds (8:30am release)

Published: 27/08/2020

VICSES respond to wild winds (8:30am release) Published 28/08/2020 Media Release VICSES responds to wild winds - Friday 28/8/20 (8:30am) As at 08:30am (28/8), VICSES has received over...

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VICSES respond to wild winds (11pm release)

Published: 27/08/2020

VICSES respond to wild winds (11pm release) Published 28/08/2020 Media Release - 11:00pm Thursday 27/8/2020 VICSES responds to wild winds As at 11:00pm (27/8), VICSES had received over 1,750...

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Benalla unit volunteers take to the pool for crucial training

Published: 26/08/2020

Benalla unit volunteers take to the pool for crucial training Published 26/08/2020 The Benalla unit has added a string to the bow of 11 volunteers, who completed their biannual swim tests...

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Warragul's brand new unit controller

Published: 26/08/2020

The Warragul unit has announced Alan Male as the unit's new Controller - taking over from Raelyn Ziebe.

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Hundreds of VICSES members search for missing Langwarrin cyclist

Published: 17/08/2020

Hundreds of VICSES volunteers have been joined by other emergency crews in a significant operation in Melbourne's outer south-east.

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