Hazard Reduction Burn Under Control Near Pericoe in Bega Valley Council Area
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The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is managing an 803-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Pericoe; the fire is currently reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Bega Valley, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is currently conducting a hazard reduction operation identified as "Pericoe 564 HR." The alert level for this event is categorized as a Planned Burn. According to the latest reports, the fire status is currently listed as under control.
Affected Areas
The operation is located in Pericoe, situated within the Bega Valley Council Area. The hazard reduction activity encompasses a total area of approximately 803 hectares.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Bega Valley region are advised to stay informed about the ongoing hazard reduction. While the fire is under control, individuals should continue to monitor conditions through official NSW RFS updates and follow any specific instructions issued by the responsible agency.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction involves an active fire covering 803 hectares. As this is a planned burn, smoke may be visible in the Pericoe and surrounding Bega Valley areas. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is the agency responsible for the management of this site.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 16, 2026, at 1:03 PM. The status remains under control as the planned burn continues within the designated area.
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