Advice Issued for Grass Fire Along Riverina Highway in Blighty

Source: NSW RFS · Blighty, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an advice-level alert for a grass fire on the Riverina Highway in Blighty; the incident is currently under control.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Blighty, 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 B58 (Riverina Hwy) in Blighty. The fire is currently listed as "Under control."

Affected Areas

The incident is situated within the Edward River Council Area, specifically near the B58 Riverina Highway in the Blighty (2713) region.

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists in the Blighty area should stay informed and monitor conditions. Those traveling along the Riverina Highway should exercise caution and follow any instructions provided by emergency services on the scene.

Expected Conditions

The fire is currently reported at a size of 0 hectares and is classified as under control. No specific weather conditions such as wind speeds or temperatures were included in the current alert update.

Timeline

The alert was officially updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on March 15, 2026, at 5:05 PM.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an advice-level alert for a grass fire on the Riverina Highway in Blighty; the incident is currently under control.
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