Grass Fire Under Control Along Newell Highway in Coonabarabran

Source: NSW RFS · Coonabarabran, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service reports that a grass fire on the Newell Highway in the Warrumbungle Council Area is now under control.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Coonabarabran, New South Wales
Issued
March 30, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a status update for a grass fire incident near Coonabarabran. The alert level is currently classified as Not Applicable, and the fire is officially listed as under control.

Affected Areas

The fire is located on the Newell Highway in Coonabarabran (2357). The incident is situated within the Warrumbungle Council Area.

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists in the vicinity of Newell Highway should monitor the situation for any updates from the Rural Fire Service. Although the fire is under control, individuals in the area should remain vigilant and follow any directions provided by local authorities.

Expected Conditions

The incident is categorized as a grass fire. According to the latest data, the fire size is recorded at 0 hectares, and the situation is currently managed by the responsible agency.

Timeline

The alert was last updated on March 16, 2026, at 8:39 PM (20:39). The fire remains under control as of the latest reporting period.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service reports that a grass fire on the Newell Highway in the Warrumbungle Council Area is now under control.
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