Forestry Corporation Conducts 991-Hectare Planned Burn in Hanging Rock State Forest
A hazard reduction burn is currently under control at Pulfords Road in the Nundle State Forest area, managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
Alert Details
This is a formal notification of a hazard reduction operation, classified as a Planned Burn. The alert was issued by the Forestry Corporation of NSW and is currently being monitored by the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS). As of the latest update, the fire status is listed as “Under control.”
Affected Areas
The operation is situated at Pulfords Road within the Nundle State Forest and Hanging Rock State Forest. Specifically, the activity is concentrated near Forest Way, Hanging Rock (2340), located within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Hanging Rock and Tamworth regions should be aware of the presence of fire and smoke. While the burn is under control, individuals are advised to monitor local conditions and stay informed through official NSW RFS channels. If you have respiratory conditions, consider staying indoors to avoid smoke inhalation.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction effort involves active fire across a designated area of approximately 991 hectares. Smoke may be visible from surrounding roads and residential areas throughout the duration of the burn.
Timeline
The alert was updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation remains active but controlled as crews manage the hazard reduction site.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice