Grass Fire Advice Issued for Cox St in Yerong Creek
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for an 8-hectare grass fire on Cox St in Yerong Creek, which is currently under control.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an “Advice” level alert for a grass fire located at Cox St, Yerong Creek. The fire is currently listed as “Under control” and has burned approximately 8 hectares.
Affected Areas
The incident is localized to Cox St in Yerong Creek (postcode 2642), situated within the Lockhart Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Yerong Creek area should stay informed and monitor conditions. While the fire is currently under control, individuals should follow any directions provided by local fire authorities and stay alert for any changes in the situation.
Expected Conditions
The incident is a grass fire that has affected an area of 8 hectares. No specific temperature, wind speed, or weather accumulation data was provided in the source update.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on 18 February 2026 at 17:40. The fire is currently reported as under control.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice