Bushfire Advice Alert in Buchanan, Cessnock
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A bushfire alert at Advice level is in effect for Buchanan in the Cessnock area, covering 5 hectares and under control by NSW authorities.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Buchanan, Cessnock, NSW
- Issued
- April 21, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Bushfire Alert in Buchanan, Cessnock
Alert Details
The alert is for a Bush Fire at Advice level, issued by NSW RFS and managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. It was updated on 21 April 2026 at 10:47.
Affected Areas
The affected area includes Buchanan, specifically around JOHN RENSHAW DR, in the Cessnock council area.
What You Should Do
Residents should monitor the situation and follow updates from NSW RFS, as the alert is at Advice level.
Expected Conditions
The fire covers an area of 5 hectares and is currently under control.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on 21 April 2026 at 10:47, with no specific end time provided.
Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗
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