Advice Issued for Grass Fire on Newell Highway in Coonabarabran
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Fire and Rescue NSW is responding to a grass fire on the Newell Highway in Coonabarabran. The fire is currently being controlled and remains at an Advice level.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coonabarabran, 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 Coonabarabran area. The incident is being managed by Fire and Rescue NSW.
Affected Areas
The fire is located along the A39 (Newell Highway) in Coonabarabran, NSW 2357. This area falls under the jurisdiction of the Warrumbungle Council.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists in the vicinity of the Newell Highway should stay informed and monitor local conditions. Follow any directions provided by emergency services on the scene.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a grass fire. According to the latest reports, the fire is currently "Being controlled." The recorded size of the fire is 0 hectares, indicating a localized incident at this stage.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 14, 2026, at 06:50 AM. The initial publication of the incident occurred on March 13, 2026, at 7:50 PM.
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