MUNDARING State Emergency Service (SES) unit is gearing up for a busy winter and welcomes new volunteers to cope with the expected increase in storm and flood damage.
Mundaring SES manager Rod Potter said they currently had about 30 members some of whom had been with the unit for as long as 40 years.
“We are hoping to get that number up to 40 volunteers in the near future which would assist us greatly when responding to calls of support,” he said.
“As local volunteers we are committed to helping each other and our community.
“So I would like to encourage people to get involved and help out the community in times of need.”
Mr Potter said storm damage usually involved the removal of trees or branches from roofs and shoring up of walls and roof sections as well as covering holes in roofs.
“The weeks following a storm can result in the fall of branches that have weakened during the storm,” he said.
“It is therefore important for householders to check the trees around their property and arrange removal of potentially dangerous branches or trees.
“Not just after a storm, but as a regular home safety activity.”
An all-year activity for the SES crew is also to support fire crews battling fires locally and regionally.
“SES members have clocked up many kilometres driving fire crews to and from fire control areas, as well as assisting the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) communications at the fire control areas,” Mr Potter said.
“At Mundaring SES we always welcome more members and encourage you to contact us and find out what we do and how you can fit into SES.
“There are many different roles within SES and always opportunities to specialise in particular roles.
“Additionally, we schedule several social activities throughout the year to build community and celebrate and reward members, as well as fundraisers such as sausage sizzles and camps.
“We also hold a Wednesday night try out for people who are interested in volunteering.”
For more information please contact Mr Potter on 0474 583 813 to find out more or come for a Wednesday tryout evening.
