Hazard Reduction Burn Issued for Boambee Plantations Near Coffs Harbour
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The Forestry Corporation of NSW is conducting a 51-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Boambee Plantations, currently reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn identified as "Forestry HR Boambee Plantations F26." The operation is currently classified as a planned burn with the status of "Under control."
Affected Areas
The activity is located at Gum Flat Rd, approximately 6 kilometers west of Coffs Harbour. The burn is situated within the Coffs Harbour Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Coffs Harbour region should be aware of the planned fire activity. As the burn is currently under control, individuals are advised to monitor local conditions and stay informed through updates from the Forestry Corporation of NSW and the NSW RFS.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction operation covers a total area of 51 hectares. While the fire is managed, smoke may be visible in the surrounding areas west of Coffs Harbour.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 8, 2026, at 9:22 AM. The incident was originally published on March 7, 2026, at 10:22 PM.
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