Grass Fire at Baltimore Loop Rd in Atholwood Reported Under Control

Source: NSW RFS · Atholwood, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has contained a 6-hectare grass fire at Baltimore Loop Rd in Atholwood, within the Inverell Council Area.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Atholwood, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an update regarding a grass fire incident at Baltimore Loop Rd, Atholwood. The fire is currently classified as "Under control" with an alert level of "Not Applicable."

Affected Areas

The incident is localized to Baltimore Loop Rd in Atholwood (postcode 2361). This area is situated within the Inverell Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the vicinity of Atholwood should monitor conditions and stay informed via the NSW Rural Fire Service. While the fire is under control, it is important to remain aware of any changes in the environment and follow advice from emergency personnel if directed.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a grass fire covering an area of approximately 6 hectares. The source confirms that the fire is active but managed by responding crews.

Timeline

The alert was most recently updated on March 1, 2026, at 03:50. The initial publication of the incident occurred on February 28, 2026, at 4:50 PM.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has contained a 6-hectare grass fire at Baltimore Loop Rd in Atholwood, within the Inverell Council Area.
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