NSW Floods: Dramatic Rescue Footage and Urgent Warning from SES

Major Flooding in NSW: SES Provides Update and Urges Residents to Stay Safe Heavy rainfall continues to batter New South Wales, causing widespread flooding across the state. The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) issued an urgent update this morning, highlighting the critical situation in areas including Taree and Hinton on the Mid North Coast. Aerial footage released by the SES shows extensive flooding, with homes and infrastructure submerged under water. The video also captures dramatic scenes of SES crews using boats to rescue residents and their pets from rising floodwaters. "We will continue to stress the importance of heeding the warnings," said Mike Wassing, Commissioner of the NSW SES, in a press conference this morning. "The flash flooding is a high risk to anyone traveling on the roads. You need to be situationally aware and not just rely on the warnings." The SES is currently focused on rescue operations in Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, and other affected areas. The situation remains dynamic, with further rainfall expected in the coming days. Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts and follow instructions from emergency services. Despite the severity of the situation, the dedication and swift response of the SES teams offer a glimmer of hope and reassurance to the affected communities.