Bushfire Advice Issued for Bees Nest Fire Near Pokolbin
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an advice-level alert for a 3-hectare bushfire at Campbell Springs Trail in Pokolbin, which is currently being controlled.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an “Advice” level alert for the bushfire known as the Bees Nest Fire. The alert was officially updated on February 25, 2026, at 3:49 PM.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at Campbell Springs Trail, Pokolbin (2325), within the Cessnock Council Area. This incident is specifically identified as the Bees Nest Fire.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Pokolbin area should monitor the situation. The NSW RFS has classified this as an “Advice” level incident, indicating that there is currently no immediate danger, but people should stay informed of any changes in fire activity as the situation progresses.
Expected Conditions
The fire is currently 3 hectares in size. According to the NSW RFS, the fire status is “Being controlled,” and it is confirmed as an active bushfire.
Timeline
The alert was updated at 15:49 on February 25, 2026. The fire is currently active but reported as being under control by the responsible agency.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice