State Emergency Service (SES) in Western Australia
The State Emergency Service (SES) is a volunteer-based emergency response service operating throughout Western Australia. It plays an important role in protecting lives, property and communities by providing assistance during emergencies and natural disasters.
The SES is a division of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) and is supported by a network of volunteer units located across metropolitan, regional and remote Western Australia.
SES volunteers undertake a wide range of emergency response activities, including:
Storm and flood response: Responding to storms, flooding and severe weather events.
Search and rescue: Assisting in land searches and locating missing persons.
Road crash rescue: Providing specialist assistance at vehicle accidents.
Rescue operations: Undertaking vertical, swift-water and other specialist rescues.
Community support: Assisting individuals, families and communities affected by emergencies.
Emergency preparedness: Helping communities understand risks and prepare for emergencies.
SES Units operate across the State, supported by more than 2,000 dedicated volunteers who make themselves available to assist their communities, often at short notice and in challenging conditions.
The SES represents the spirit of community service, teamwork, dedication and selflessness. Its volunteers play an essential role in keeping Western Australian communities safe, providing assistance when it is needed most.