Our NSW RFS aircraft based in Coffs Harbour have begun to move in to position around NSW for the day, to assist the NSW SES where needed. Our aviation crew are involved in a number of operations including flood rescue, welfare checks and transporting supplies. Please stay safe and stay up to date through the Bureau of Meteorology and follow NSW SES for the latest information regarding warnings and evacuation orders. For emergency assistance with flood and storm damage, call the NSW SES on 132 50

The NSW RFS is proud to have the single largest aerial fleet of any fire agency in Australia! Minister for Emergency Services David Elliott and Commissioner Rob Rogers unveiled the full firefighting fleet of the NSW RFS aircraft at RAAF Base at Richmond today, which includes the Citation jet, new helicopters with increased capacity and the 737 Large Air Tanker. | NSW Rural Fire Service

RFS aircraft are currently supporting NSW SES with flood rescue and intelligence gathering across central and northern parts of NSW, which are experiencing flooding from heavy rainfall and already saturated ground. Rain is forecast to ease throughout the afternoon, however the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting strong and gusty winds following the rain. This will see an increased risk of falling trees and branches. Emergency services have responded to a number of flood rescues due to people dr