Forestry Corporation Conducts 51-Hectare Planned Burn West of Coffs Harbour
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A 51-hectare hazard reduction burn is currently under control at Boambee Plantations, located 6km west of Coffs Harbour on Gum Flat Road.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an alert regarding a planned hazard reduction burn at the Boambee Plantations (F26). The operation is classified as a "Planned Burn" and is currently reported as under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is situated at Gum Flat Road, approximately 6 kilometers west of Coffs Harbour. This operation falls within the Coffs Harbour Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Coffs Harbour region should be aware of the active hazard reduction site. As the fire is currently under control, individuals should continue to monitor the status through the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) and the Forestry Corporation of NSW for any updates regarding smoke or changes in fire activity.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction fire covers a total area of 51 hectares. Although fire is present on-site, the status is maintained as under control by the responsible agency.
Timeline
The incident was initially published on March 7, 2026, at 10:22 PM. The most recent update regarding the status of the burn was provided on March 8, 2026, at 9:22 AM.
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