Bushfire Advice Issued for River Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control
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The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has issued a bushfire advice for River Rd, Whitton, where a 1-hectare fire is currently under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Whitton, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
An alert has been issued by the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) regarding a bushfire in the Whitton area. The current alert level is Advice, which is the lowest level of bushfire alert. The incident is being managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at River Rd, Whitton (2705) within the Leeton Council Area. Residents in the immediate vicinity of River Rd should remain aware of the situation.
What You Should Do
While the fire is currently listed as under control, residents should continue to monitor conditions and stay informed via local authorities. Follow your bushfire survival plan and remain vigilant for any changes in fire activity.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a bushfire covering an area of approximately 1 hectare. At this time, the status of the fire is reported as Under control, meaning that while the fire is still present, it is contained within established lines.
Timeline
This alert was updated on February 20, 2026, at 7:16 PM. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service remains the responsible agency for this ongoing incident.
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