Bushfire Advice Issued for Abbottsley Rd in Walcha; 45-Hectare Grass Fire Under Control

Source: NSW RFS · Walcha, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 45-hectare grass fire on Abbottsley Rd in Walcha, which is currently reported as under control.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Walcha, 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 grass fire in the Walcha region. According to the latest reports, the fire is currently classified as under control.

Affected Areas

The incident is located at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha (postcode 2354), situated within the Walcha Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the vicinity of Abbottsley Rd should continue to monitor conditions and stay informed. While the fire is currently under control, individuals should remain alert for any updates from the NSW Rural Fire Service.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a grass fire covering an area of approximately 45 hectares. No further growth or immediate threat levels beyond the "Advice" status have been reported at this time.

Timeline

The alert was issued and last updated on March 6, 2026, at 19:54. The NSW Rural Fire Service remains the responsible agency for this ongoing incident.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 45-hectare grass fire on Abbottsley Rd in Walcha, which is currently reported as under control.
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