Advice Level Alert Issued for 9-Hectare Bees Nest Bush Fire in Cessnock Council Area

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

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The NSW RFS has issued an Advice alert for the Bees Nest bush fire at Campbell Springs Trail. The 9-hectare fire is currently under control.

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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 bush fire identified as the Bees Nest fire. The incident is currently being managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW. According to the latest reports, the fire is classified as "Under control."

Affected Areas

The fire is located at Campbell Springs Trail, Broke (2330), within the Cessnock Council Area. The geographic scope of the incident is currently limited to this specific region.

What You Should Do

Residents in the vicinity of Campbell Springs Trail and the broader Broke area should stay informed by monitoring local conditions and updates from the NSW RFS. While the fire is under control, it is important to remain aware of your surroundings and follow any directions provided by fire personnel.

Expected Conditions

The fire is a bush fire that has burned approximately 9 hectares. No specific weather conditions such as wind speed or temperature were included in the source data; however, the fire status is listed as "Under control."

Timeline

The alert was updated on March 4, 2026, at 4:53 PM. The Forestry Corporation of NSW remains the responsible agency for monitoring the site.

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The NSW RFS has issued an Advice alert for the Bees Nest bush fire at Campbell Springs Trail. The 9-hectare fire is currently under control.
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What area is affected?
This alert affects Cessnock Council Area, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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