Advice Issued for 7-Hectare Bees Nest Bushfire in Broke, Cessnock Council Area

Source: NSW RFS · Cessnock Council Area, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a bushfire at Campbell Springs Trail in Broke. The 7-hectare fire is currently being controlled.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Cessnock Council Area, 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 bushfire identified as the Bees Nest Fire. The incident is currently under the responsibility of the Rural Fire Service and is listed with a status of "Being controlled."

Affected Areas

The fire is situated at Campbell Springs Trail, Broke (2330), located within the Cessnock Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the vicinity of Campbell Springs Trail should stay informed and monitor local conditions. While the fire is being controlled, it is important to remain vigilant and follow any further updates or instructions provided by the NSW Rural Fire Service.

Expected Conditions

The bushfire currently covers an area of approximately 7 hectares. Firefighting crews are on-site managing the blaze to maintain its current status of being controlled. No specific weather conditions or wind speeds were provided in the current alert.

Timeline

The alert was updated on February 25, 2026, at 9:24 PM (21:24). The incident remains active as crews continue control efforts.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a bushfire at Campbell Springs Trail in Broke. The 7-hectare fire is currently being controlled.
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This alert affects Cessnock Council Area, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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