The NSW SES is aware of scam calls occurring in Northern NSW and urged the community to stay vigilant.

The organisation says there have been reports of groups falsely claiming to represent the NSW SES to fraudulently obtain funds.

The NSW SES state they DO NOT seek donations over the phone and urged people to verify the legitimacy of any organisation requesting donations.

They say they understand many people want to help, but they urge people NOT to drop off or send unrequested donations to affected areas, as this can disrupt recovery efforts adding if people want to help, visit GIVIT website as they are contracted by the NSW Government and manage donations of essential goods and services for disaster-impacted communities—ensuring people receive exactly what they need, when they need it..