Advice Issued for 2-Hectare Grass Fire Near Gwydir Highway in Delungra

Source: NSW RFS · Delungra, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service is currently controlling a 2-hectare grass fire near the Gwydir Highway in Delungra. An Advice level alert is in effect for the Inverell Council Area.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Delungra, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an "Advice" level alert for a grass fire located at B76 (Gwydir Hwy), Delungra. The fire is currently reported as "Being controlled" by responding crews.

Affected Areas

The incident is situated within the Inverell Council Area. The specific geographic focus is along the Gwydir Highway (B76) in the vicinity of Delungra (postcode 2403).

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists in the Delungra area should stay informed and monitor local conditions. Those traveling along the Gwydir Highway should exercise caution and be aware of emergency personnel operating in the area.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a grass fire covering approximately 2 hectares. The Rural Fire Service is the responsible agency and currently has the situation under control. No specific weather conditions such as wind speed or temperature were provided in the current alert.

Timeline

The alert was updated on February 22, 2026, at 8:06 PM. The incident remains active but is being managed by fire services.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service is currently controlling a 2-hectare grass fire near the Gwydir Highway in Delungra. An Advice level alert is in effect for the Inverell Council Area.
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