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Bushfire Advice Issued for Vardon Rd in Fern Bay, Port Stephens

Source: NSW RFS · Fern Bay, New South Wales

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A bushfire alert has been issued for the Vardon Rd area in Fern Bay. The fire is currently reported as under control by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Fern Bay, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

Alert Type: Bushfire Advice
Issued By: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service via NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS)
Status: Under control

Affected Areas

The alert is specific to the vicinity of Vardon Rd, Fern Bay (2295), located within the Port Stephens Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the Fern Bay area are advised to monitor the situation. As the alert level is currently set to "Advice," residents should stay informed through official channels.

Expected Conditions

  • Fire Type: Bushfire
  • Current Size: 0 hectares
  • Fire Status: The fire is currently listed as under control, with no active growth reported at this time.

Timeline

This alert was updated on February 16, 2026, at 12:46 PM. The incident remains under the supervision of the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗

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A bushfire alert has been issued for the Vardon Rd area in Fern Bay. The fire is currently reported as under control by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
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This alert affects Fern Bay, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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