Forestry Corporation of NSW Conducts 991-Hectare Planned Burn in Hanging Rock State Forest

Source: NSW RFS · Hanging Rock, Tamworth Council Area

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A hazard reduction burn covering 991 hectares is currently under control at Pulfords Road in the Hanging Rock State Forest within the Tamworth Council Area.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Hanging Rock, Tamworth Council Area
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 in the Nundle State Forest area. The alert level is classified as a Planned Burn, and the fire is currently reported as under control.

Affected Areas

The activity is located at Hanging Rock State Forest, specifically along Forest Way in Hanging Rock (2340). This site is situated within the Tamworth Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the Hanging Rock and Tamworth regions should be aware of the active hazard reduction operation. As the fire is currently under control, individuals should continue to monitor updates from the Forestry Corporation of NSW and local fire authorities.

Expected Conditions

The hazard reduction fire encompasses a total area of 991 hectares. Smoke and fire activity are present within the designated burn zone as part of the planned hazard reduction type operation.

Timeline

The alert was last updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is ongoing but remains under control according to the responsible agency.

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A hazard reduction burn covering 991 hectares is currently under control at Pulfords Road in the Hanging Rock State Forest within the Tamworth Council Area.
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