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The emergency response to last night's severe thunderstorm continues. The ACT State Emergency Service (ACTSES) has received over 900 calls for assistance so...
Hi Canberra,
Following a storm event, know who to call for assistance with tree removal.
The ACTSES must prioritise jobs that threaten community safety. Please be...
Morning Canberra,
Thank you for your patience as our crews worked throughout the night and this morning responding to your calls for assistance.
The...
The ACT State Emergency Service is responding to hundreds of calls across the city following severe thunderstorms this evening.
If you need assistance you should call...
As you will be aware Severe Thunderstorm are impacting the ACT.
The Bureau of Meteorology advise storms and high winds may continue for several hours.
If you...
A severe heatwave is continuing for parts of the ACT from Thursday (07-12) until Saturday (09-12).
A heatwave is when the maximum and minimum temperatures are unusually...
Last week 52 members of the ACT State Emergency Service were recognised at the 2023 Chief Officer Awards.
The awards acknowledge and celebrate the achievements...
The Bureau of Meteorology have cancelled the Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the ACT region.
However, heavy rainfall will likely continue to impact Canberra throughout...