Bushfire Advice Alert for Hanging Rock in Tamworth
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A bushfire alert at advice level has been issued by NSW RFS for Barry Road in Hanging Rock, Tamworth, affecting 271 hectares and currently under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Tamworth Region
- Issued
- April 21, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The alert is a Bushfire Advice, issued by NSW RFS. It was updated on 21 April 2026 at 18:46.
Affected Areas
The alert affects Barry Road in Hanging Rock 2340, within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected area should monitor the situation and follow guidance from NSW RFS, as the alert is categorized as Advice.
Expected Conditions
The bushfire covers an area of 271 hectares.
Timeline
The alert was published on 21 April 2026 at 8:46 AM and updated at 18:46 on the same day. It is currently under control.
Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗
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