Grass Fire Advice Issued for Abbottsley Rd in Walcha; Fire Under Control

Bushfire Alerts medium NSW RFS · · Walcha, New South Wales

The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 45-hectare grass fire on Abbottsley Rd in Walcha. The fire is currently reported as under control.

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued an Advice level alert regarding a grass fire in the Walcha region. According to the latest reports, the fire status is currently listed as “Under control.”

Affected Areas

The incident is specifically located at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha (Postcode 2354). The fire is situated within the Walcha Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the vicinity of Abbottsley Rd should continue to monitor conditions. As the alert level is currently set to “Advice,” individuals should stay informed through official NSW RFS channels for any updates regarding fire activity or changes in status.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a grass fire covering an area of approximately 45 hectares. While the fire is currently under control, the NSW RFS continues to oversee the site to ensure the situation remains stable.

Timeline

The alert was officially updated on March 6, 2026, at 7:54 PM (19:54). The incident was first logged earlier that day at 8:54 AM.

Source: NSW RFS Official Notice