Advice Issued for 9-Hectare Bees Nest Bushfire Near Broke, Cessnock
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The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an advice alert for the Bees Nest bushfire at Campbell Springs Trail. The 9-hectare fire is currently reported as under control.
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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
The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an "Advice" level alert for a bushfire designated as the Bees Nest fire. The alert was updated on February 28, 2026, at 9:44 AM.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at Campbell Springs Trl, Broke, 2330, within the Cessnock Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the vicinity of Campbell Springs Trail and the broader Broke area should monitor the situation and stay informed of any updates from the Forestry Corporation of NSW or local fire authorities.
Expected Conditions
The bushfire has reached a size of approximately 9 hectares. Current reports indicate that the fire status is "Under control," meaning its spread has been halted though it remains an active incident site.
Timeline
The incident was initially reported on the evening of February 27, 2026. The most recent status update confirming the fire is under control was issued at 9:44 AM on February 28, 2026.
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