Bushfire Advice Issued for River Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

Source: NSW RFS · Whitton, New South Wales

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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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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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