Grass Fire Advice Issued for Newell Highway Near Coonabarabran
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire on Newell Highway in Coonabarabran. The fire is currently under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coonabarabran, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued an Advice level alert regarding a grass fire. According to the latest reports, the incident is currently classified as Under control.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically concerns the area of Newell Highway in Coonabarabran (postcode 2357). This location falls within the Warrumbungle Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the Coonabarabran region should stay informed and monitor local conditions. While the fire is under control, it is important to remain aware of your surroundings and follow any directions issued by emergency services on the scene.
Expected Conditions
The hazard is identified as a grass fire. The current size of the fire is reported at 0 hectares, indicating that the Rural Fire Service has successfully contained the spread or is managing a localized ignition point.
Timeline
This alert was updated on March 15, 2026, at 8:15 PM. The status of the fire remains 'Under control' as of the most recent assessment by the responsible agency.
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