Bushfire Advice Issued for 39-Hectare Fire at Oyster Cove Rd in Port Stephens
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a bushfire advice for Oyster Cove Rd in Port Stephens. The 39-hectare fire is currently under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Port Stephens, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 1, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued a bushfire alert at the Advice level for an incident at Oyster Cove Rd, Oyster Cove. The fire is classified as a bush fire and is currently reported as under control.
Affected Areas
The affected area is located at Oyster Cove Rd, Oyster Cove (2319), situated within the Port Stephens council area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the vicinity of Oyster Cove should monitor the situation and stay informed. As this is an Advice level alert, the NSW RFS recommends staying up to date with the latest information through official channels.
Expected Conditions
The fire has reached a size of 39 hectares. Although the status is listed as under control, residents may still see smoke or fire activity in the area.
Timeline
This alert was updated on March 16, 2026, at 6:17 PM (18:17). The NSW RFS continues to monitor the site while the fire remains under control.
Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗
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