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

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a bushfire alert at the Advice level for a grass fire in the Walcha region. The alert was officially updated on March 7, 2026, at 5:02 PM.

Affected Areas

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

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected area should monitor conditions and stay informed. The NSW Rural Fire Service reports that the fire is currently Under control, but the situation remains at the Advice level.

Expected Conditions

The incident is categorized as a grass fire. According to the latest reports, the fire has reached a size of approximately 45 hectares.

Timeline

The alert was updated at 17:02 on March 7, 2026. The Rural Fire Service is the responsible agency managing the incident, and the fire is currently listed as under control.