Bushfire Advice Issued for Newell Highway in Coonabarabran
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an advice-level alert for a grass fire on the Newell Highway in Coonabarabran, which is currently under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coonabarabran, 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 grass fire incident. The alert remains active for the Coonabarabran area as emergency services manage the situation.
Affected Areas
The fire is located on the Newell Highway, Coonabarabran (postcode 2357). This incident is situated within the Warrumbungle Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists in the Warrumbungle Council Area should monitor conditions and stay informed. Although the fire is currently under control, individuals in the vicinity of the Newell Highway should remain alert for any changes in fire behavior or smoke visibility.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a grass fire. Current data indicates the fire size is 0 hectares, and the status of the fire is listed as "Under control."
Timeline
The alert was updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on March 14, 2026, at 4:12 AM. The incident was initially reported on March 13, 2026.
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