Fire and Rescue NSW teams have been actively supporting SES-led emergency responses in northern NSW following Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, conducting water rescues and assisting with flood clean-ups. This video includes ACM-produced voiceover powered by AI. Vision courtesy: FRNSW
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00:00So the NSW Harrahs have all gone in and evacuated a gentleman that was an amputee in need of evacuation.
00:09A very, very good working relationship with the ambulance, SES and Fire Rescue to get the job done.
00:16Fire and Rescue NSW teams have played a key role in flood rescues and recovery efforts in northern NSW following ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.
00:26Crews have assisted with rescues in flood hit areas like Bellingen, where residents were stranded by rising waters.
00:35In Karaki, Fire and Rescue NSW deployed drones capable of carrying 40kg, trialling life jacket drops to improve emergency response capabilities.
00:45Beyond rescues, firefighters have been clearing debris, restoring access to roads and supporting the NSW State Emergency Service in the massive clean-up effort.
00:55Authorities have urged residents to stay informed via the Hazards Near Me app and to call the NSW SES for assistance during floods and storms.