Grass Fire Near Riverina Highway in Blighty Under Control
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A 31-hectare grass fire near Blighty in the Edward River Council Area is currently under control, according to the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Blighty, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 3, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an Advice level alert regarding a grass fire in the Blighty area. The incident is currently classified as "Under control."
Affected Areas
The fire is located at B58 (Riverina Highway) in Blighty, postcode 2713. This area is within the Edward River Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists in the vicinity of the Riverina Highway should monitor the situation and stay informed. As this is an "Advice" level alert, individuals should keep up to date with the latest information provided by the NSW Rural Fire Service in case conditions change.
Expected Conditions
The fire has affected approximately 31 hectares of land. Although the fire is under control, residents may still observe smoke in the area near the Riverina Highway.
Timeline
The alert was officially updated on March 16, 2026, at 6:05 PM (18:05). The fire remains under control as of the latest report.
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