Forestry Corporation Conducts 991-Hectare Planned Burn at Hanging Rock State Forest
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A hazard reduction burn covering 991 hectares is currently under control at Pulfords Road in the Nundle State Forest area, managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Tamworth Region, 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 for a planned hazard reduction burn at Pulfords Road Nundle SF. The alert level is currently set to "Planned Burn," and the fire is reported to be under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is centered at Hanging Rock State Forest, specifically along Forest Way in Hanging Rock (2340). This falls within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
As this is a planned hazard reduction burn, residents in the Hanging Rock and Tamworth areas should be aware of the activity. While the fire is under control, individuals should monitor local conditions and follow any directions from the Forestry Corporation of NSW or local fire authorities.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction effort involves an active fire covering approximately 991 hectares. Current reports indicate the situation is stable and under control.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is ongoing under the supervision of the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
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