H5 bird flu
Go to the H5 bird flu website for information about the current situation, advice for industry and backyard poultry owners, health advice, and more.
Algal bloom
Go to the algal bloom website to find out the latest information about the bloom, health advice, and the government's response.
Drought
Support and information are available for the state's agricultural businesses living with drought.
Storms and floods
Find out what to do about high river flows and get advice to deal with storms and flood events.
Bushfires
Stay updated on active bushfires, prepare your property survival plan, and access immediate and long-term recovery aid.
Water recovery
Find out more about programs to mitigate the social and economic impacts of water recovery in River Murray communities.
Assistance for producers and SA communities
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) responds to emergency events across South Australia that affect the agriculture, livestock, horticulture, aquaculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors.
We act as both a lead and support agency, depending on the type and severity of emergencies impacting primary production and regions. This can involve organising and managing the resources and responsibilities to deal with prevention, preparedness, disaster relief, and recovery.
Learn more about state emergency activities and arrangements through Recovery SA.
Keep up with the latest emergency information and plan ahead for incidents in your area through the:
Hotlines
Our hotlines are the easiest way to contact us for help in difficult situations. Most are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
State emergency arrangements
Learn about PIRSA's key responsibilities and our role before, during, and after emergency events.
National emergency arrangements
See how we work alongside the Australian Government, including the frameworks in place for emergencies.
Animal safety in emergencies
Use our guidelines to safely prepare and manage your pets and livestock in emergencies.
We provide financial assistance, mentoring resources, and information for primary producers and regional communities affected by emergency events.
Find out about the funding and support available to help you, no matter what your circumstances.
Funding and support