Grass Fire Advice Issued for M1 Pacific Highway in Yelgun

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a bushfire alert at the Advice level for a grass fire in the Yelgun area. The incident is currently listed with a status of “Being controlled” by the responsible agency.

Affected Areas

The alert is centered on the M1 (Pacific Highway) in Yelgun (2483). This area falls within the Byron Council Area.

What You Should Do

The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for this incident. Residents and motorists in the Byron Council Area near Yelgun should be aware of the fire’s location near the M1 Pacific Highway and the ongoing efforts to control the blaze.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a grass fire. According to the NSW RFS, the fire currently has a recorded size of 0 hectares and is being managed by fire crews.

Timeline

The alert was updated on February 16, 2026, at 8:15 PM (20:15). The incident remains active under the status of being controlled.