Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Hanging Rock State Forest Near Tamworth
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The Forestry Corporation of NSW is managing a 991-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Pulfords Road in the Hanging Rock State Forest, currently reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Hanging Rock, 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 at Pulfords Road Nundle SF. The operation is classified as a Planned Burn and the fire is currently reported as under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is centered at Forest Way, Hanging Rock (2340) within the Tamworth Council Area. The specific geographic focus is the Hanging Rock State Forest.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Tamworth Council Area should be aware of the ongoing hazard reduction activity. As this is a planned operation under the management of the Forestry Corporation of NSW, individuals in the vicinity should monitor local conditions and follow any posted signage or directions from agency personnel.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction fire encompasses an area of approximately 991 hectares. The status of the fire is listed as "Under control," indicating that the responsible agency is managing the burn within established perimeters.
Timeline
This alert was updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is ongoing as part of scheduled hazard reduction efforts.
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