Bushfire Advice Issued for Baldersleigh Road in Armidale Council Area

Bushfire Alerts medium NSW RFS · · Armidale, New South Wales

The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a bushfire advice for a 1-hectare fire on Baldersleigh Road near Swallowdale. The fire is currently being controlled.

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an “Advice” level alert for a bushfire burning at Baldersleigh Road. The incident is currently classified as “Being controlled” by responding fire crews.

Affected Areas

The fire is located in Swallowdale, specifically on Baldersleigh Road, Baldersleigh (2365). This area is situated within the Armidale council area.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the Swallowdale and Baldersleigh areas should stay informed and monitor local conditions. It is important to remain vigilant and follow any directions issued by the NSW Rural Fire Service or other emergency authorities on the scene.

Expected Conditions

The fire is currently reported to be approximately 1 hectare in size. The status of the fire is “Being controlled,” indicating that containment measures are in place.

Timeline

The alert was last updated on March 7, 2026, at 3:28 PM. The NSW RFS continues to manage the incident and will provide updates as conditions change.

Source: NSW RFS Official Notice