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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.
To showcase the Victoria State Emergency Service, a number of events and campaigns are shared across the year. To view all our latest campaigns, visit our campaigns page.
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"Her car was swept into the gully; she barely made it out."
“The results will be critical for Emergency Services to inform community messaging."
"A 28 percent increase on the previous record."
It was another busy weekend for VICSES volunteers, with over 540 Requests for Assistance received in the last 24 hours (up to 8am on 31/10).
SES Operational Communications Officer, Justin Costello, saves boy trapped in stormwater drain.
"Glyndia and her team have been indefatigable."
VICSES, CFA, and Shepparton Search and Rescue have adapted to the flood conditions across parts of Victoria by assembling a helicopter-based road crash rescue team to respond to incidents in isolated communities.
Victorian emergency services continue to work around the clock in response to this week’s severe weather event, with major flooding impacts expected over the course of today and into next week.
"Victorians are reminded to connect with official sources of emergency information."
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