Advice Issued for 2-Hectare Grass Fire on Old Maitland Rd in Cessnock
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 2-hectare grass fire on Old Maitland Rd in Cessnock, which is currently being controlled.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Cessnock, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
An Advice level alert has been issued by the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) regarding a grass fire in the Cessnock region. The incident is currently classified with a severity level of Moderate and is being managed by emergency crews.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at Old Maitland Rd, Cessnock (postcode 2325). This alert specifically pertains to the Cessnock Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the vicinity of Old Maitland Rd should monitor conditions and stay informed by following updates from the NSW Rural Fire Service. As the fire is currently being controlled, individuals in the area should maintain awareness of their surroundings and follow any instructions from local authorities.
Expected Conditions
The incident involves an active grass fire covering approximately 2 hectares. The current status of the fire is listed as "Being controlled," indicating that firefighting efforts are underway to contain the spread.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on February 26, 2026, at 2:11 PM (14:11). The situation is ongoing as crews work to maintain control of the 2-hectare area.
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