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New boats and vehicles delivered to bolster SES flood rescue capacity across NSW

Oct 27 2024 Updated October 27, 2024

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Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib and Member for Orange Phil Donato (front, centre) joined the SES Eugowra unit on Sunday to hand over a new Gemini inflatable rescue boat (IRB). Photo: Supplied.

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has enhanced its flood rescue and operational capabilities with new boats, vehicles, and “ark angels” distributed to units across Western NSW, including the Eugowra SES which was one of the areas devastated during the 2022 floods.

The bolstered fleet aims to strengthen response during storm season and aid communities across the region, from Orange to Brok...