Bushfire Advice Alert for Mount Sugarloaf Rd, Killingworth

Source: NSW RFS · Lake Macquarie Region

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A bushfire alert at Advice level is in effect for Mount Sugarloaf Rd in Killingworth, covering 1 hectare and under control as reported by NSW RFS.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Lake Macquarie Region
Issued
April 12, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Bushfire Alert in Killingworth

Alert Details

The alert is a Bush Fire at Advice level, issued by NSW RFS. It is managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. The effective time window is as of the update on 12 April 2026.

Affected Areas

The affected area includes Mount Sugarloaf Rd, Killingworth 2278, in the Lake Macquarie council area.

What You Should Do

As this is an Advice level alert, residents should refer to the responsible agency for guidance based on the alert category.

Expected Conditions

The fire is 1 hectare in size and is under control.

Timeline

The alert was updated on 12 April 2026 at 16:27.

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What is this NSW incident notice about?
A bushfire alert at Advice level is in effect for Mount Sugarloaf Rd in Killingworth, covering 1 hectare and under control as reported by NSW RFS.
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What area is affected?
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