Grass Fire at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha Under Control; Advice Alert Issued

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 at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha, which is currently under control.

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire in the Walcha region. The incident is currently classified as “Under control” by responding agencies.

Affected Areas

The fire is located at Abbottsley Rd, Walcha (2354) within the Walcha Council Area. Residents in the immediate vicinity of Abbottsley Road should remain aware of the situation.

What You Should Do

While the fire is under control, residents are encouraged to monitor local conditions and stay informed through the NSW Rural Fire Service. Follow your bushfire survival plan and remain vigilant for any changes in fire behavior or smoke in the area.

Expected Conditions

The incident is a grass fire that has burned approximately 45 hectares. No specific wind or temperature data was provided in the current update, but the fire is being managed by the Rural Fire Service.

Timeline

The alert was updated on 6 March 2026 at 19:54. The fire is currently listed as under control, and the Advice level remains in effect until further notice from the NSW RFS.

Source: NSW RFS Official Notice