Grass Fire Under Control on John Renshaw Drive in Black Hill
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The NSW Rural Fire Service reports that a grass fire on John Renshaw Dr in Black Hill is now under control. The incident in the Cessnock Council Area is currently listed at a moderate severity.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Black Hill, 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 in Black Hill. The fire is currently classified as "Under control" by responding authorities.
Affected Areas
The incident is located at John Renshaw Dr, Black Hill (postcode 2322). This area is situated within the Cessnock Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Black Hill and Cessnock regions should remain aware of their surroundings. While the fire is currently under control, individuals should continue to monitor local conditions and official updates from the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Expected Conditions
The hazard is identified as a grass fire. According to the latest data, the fire size is recorded at 0 hectares, indicating that the blaze has been successfully contained to a minimal area. The responsible agency, the Rural Fire Service, confirms that the fire is present but no longer spreading.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on February 22, 2026, at 5:16 PM (17:16). The status remains under control as of the latest reporting period.
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