Bushfire Advice Issued for Baldersleigh Road in Armidale Council Area
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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.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Armidale, 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 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.
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