Advice Issued for 3-Hectare Grass Fire Near Baltimore Loop Rd, Atholwood
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 3-hectare grass fire at Baltimore Loop Rd in Atholwood. The fire is currently being controlled.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire in the Atholwood region. The incident is currently listed with a status of “Being controlled.”
Affected Areas
The fire is located at Baltimore Loop Rd, Atholwood 2361, within the Inverell Council Area. Residents in the immediate vicinity of Baltimore Loop Rd should remain aware of the situation.
What You Should Do
As this is an Advice level alert, residents should stay informed and monitor local conditions. Follow updates from the NSW Rural Fire Service and be aware of any changes in fire activity in the Atholwood and Inverell areas.
Expected Conditions
The incident is a grass fire that has impacted approximately 3 hectares. There is an active fire presence, though the RFS reports that the situation is currently being managed and controlled by responding units.
Timeline
The alert was updated on February 28, 2026, at 10:10 PM. The fire remains active but controlled as of the latest report from the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice