Grass Fire at Cox St, Yerong Creek Under Control; Advice Issued

Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire located at Cox St, Yerong Creek. The fire is currently reported as being under control by responding crews.

Affected Areas

The fire is situated in the Lockhart Council Area, specifically at Cox St, Yerong Creek (2642). The impact is localized to this region.

What You Should Do

Residents and those traveling through the Yerong Creek area should monitor conditions and stay up to date with information provided by the NSW Rural Fire Service. As the alert level is set to Advice, individuals should stay informed and be aware of any changes in the fire’s status.

Expected Conditions

The incident involves a grass fire that has burned approximately 8 hectares. No specific weather conditions such as wind speed or temperature were included in the latest agency update.

Timeline

The alert was last updated on February 18, 2026, at 5:40 PM. The fire remains under control at this time.