Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Pericoe, Bega Valley
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A planned hazard reduction burn covering 803 hectares is currently under control in the Pericoe area of Bega Valley.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Bega Valley, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 1, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
A planned hazard reduction burn, identified as "Pericoe 564 HR," has been issued for the Pericoe area. The alert level is currently set as a Planned Burn. The operation is being managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. As of the latest update on March 16, 2026, the fire status is classified as under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is localized to Pericoe, situated within the Bega Valley council area. The total area affected by the hazard reduction measures encompasses approximately 803 hectares.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Bega Valley and surrounding Pericoe areas should be aware that this is a controlled operation. While the fire is currently under control, individuals should monitor local conditions. No emergency action is required at this time as the burn is a planned hazard reduction activity.
Expected Conditions
The fire is a result of hazard reduction efforts and currently covers an area of 803 hectares. Smoke may be visible in the Pericoe and Bega Valley regions due to the active fire status within the controlled zone.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 16, 2026, at 1:03 PM. The status remains "Under control" as the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service continues to oversee the site.
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