Grass Fire Reported Along New England Highway in Garoo
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A grass fire near the New England Highway in Garoo is currently under control following a response from the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Garoo, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued an alert for a grass fire located at the New England Highway in Garoo. The incident is currently classified with an alert level of "Not Applicable" as the situation is being managed.
Affected Areas
The fire is situated along the New England Highway in Garoo (postcode 2340), within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
As the fire is currently listed as under control, residents and motorists in the Garoo area should remain vigilant and monitor local conditions. Follow any directions provided by emergency personnel on the scene.
Expected Conditions
The incident is identified as a grass fire. According to the latest reports, the fire size is currently recorded at 0 hectares, indicating a small or contained area of impact.
Timeline
The alert was last updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on February 22, 2026, at 6:17 PM (18:17). The fire status remains "Under control."
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