Canning South Perth State Emergency Service
For State Emergency Service assistance during a storm, cyclone, earthquake, flood or tsunami, call 132 500.
For Police, Fire, or Ambulance emergency assistance, call 000.
Who are we?
The State Emergency Service (SES) is a volunteer division of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES), Western Australia’s leading Hazard Management Agency for natural hazard disasters.
SES volunteers play a vital role in responding to natural disasters and emergencies on behalf of the community.
What will SES volunteers help me with?
Structural damage
Assisting with significant structural damage like collapsed roofs, walls or ceilings.
Fallen trees
Removing fallen trees that have damaged homes and cars.
Sandbagging
Sandbagging areas in danger of flooding or to prevent further flooding.
Temporary repairs
Making temporary, emergency repairs to homes and buildings.
Flood water
Pumping out flood water to prevent further damage.
What won't SES volunteers help me with?
Clearing debris
Clearing debris from fallen trees or damaged buildings that pose no significant hazard.
Fallen trees on fences
Trees that have fallen on fences that pose no hazard nor impede access to a property.
Basic repairs
Basic home repairs that can be managed by the home owner.
Debris in your pool
Debris in your pool resulting from storm damage or other causes.