Grass Fire Advice Issued for Danglemah Rd in Woolbrook; Incident Under Control

Source: NSW RFS · Woolbrook, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 7-hectare grass fire on Danglemah Rd in Woolbrook, which is currently under control.

What this NSW RFS bushfire alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NSW RFS on February 20, 2026 and geographically references Woolbrook, New South Wales. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Bushfire Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to read it as a data point about the issuing system: how quickly NSW RFS detected the hazard, how precise the geographic or product-identifier scope is, and whether similar notices have clustered in the same category or region in the last 90 days. Cluster patterns frequently precede a broader regulatory action — a single localized NSW RFS bushfire alert is isolated; three of them within a quarter often indicate a supply-chain, infrastructure, or seasonal driver that will keep producing notices until something structural changes.

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an "Advice" level alert for a grass fire located at Danglemah Rd, Woolbrook. According to the latest reports from the agency, the fire is currently classified as "Under control."

Affected Areas

The incident is situated in the Woolbrook area (postcode 2354) within the Tamworth Council Area. The specific location of the activity is centered on Danglemah Rd.

What You Should Do

Residents in the Woolbrook and Tamworth regions should continue to monitor conditions and stay informed through the NSW Rural Fire Service. While the fire is under control, individuals in the vicinity should remain aware of their surroundings and follow any further instructions provided by emergency personnel.

Expected Conditions

The grass fire has impacted an area of approximately 7 hectares. No specific data regarding wind speeds, temperatures, or further spread potential was provided in the current alert.

Timeline

The alert was officially updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on 19 February 2026 at 4:43 PM. The status remains "Under control" as of the latest report.

Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NSW RFS bushfire alert.

What is this NSW RFS bushfire alert about?
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 7-hectare grass fire on Danglemah Rd in Woolbrook, which is currently under control.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NSW RFS. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Woolbrook, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Bushfire Alerts updates?
Browse the full Bushfire Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/au/bushfires/ for the latest updates from NSW RFS and other agencies.