Severe storms across New South Wales have caused widespread damage and kept State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers busy responding to thousands of incidents. The SES has received 19,176 storm-related requests for help since October, with January's storms causing particular devastation. Volunteers are facing a challenging season with more frequent and severe weather events predicted in the future.
A roof was blown off a house in Aberdeen after severe storms on January 15. New South Wales State Emergency Service volunteers have so far responded to 19,176 storm-related incidents during the current storm season, which started in October.What's next?
in January, when wind gusts in excess of 100 kilometres per hour left thousands of homes without power. "We had this small band of dedicated volunteers who just want to serve and just want to help," he said."Our achievements are down to their hard work and their dedication."
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