Bushfire Advice Issued for Abbottsley Rd, Walcha
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a bushfire advice for a 45-hectare grass fire on Abbottsley Rd in Walcha. The fire is currently 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 New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued a bushfire alert at the Advice level for a grass fire in the Walcha region. The alert was last updated on March 6, 2026, at 7:54 PM.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha (2354), within the Walcha Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the vicinity of Abbottsley Rd should stay informed and monitor conditions. While the fire is currently listed as under control, individuals should remain vigilant for any changes in fire activity and follow the guidance of local authorities.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a grass fire covering approximately 45 hectares. Although the fire is currently managed, the source confirms that fire activity is present at the site.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 6, 2026, at 19:54. The status of the fire is currently reported as under control by the responsible agency.
Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗
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