NSW RFS Issues Advice for Grass Fire Near Gwydir Highway, Delungra
A 5-hectare grass fire near the Gwydir Highway in Delungra is currently under control, according to an Advice level alert from the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Alert Details
The New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire in the Delungra area. The alert was officially updated on February 23, 2026, at 5:12 PM.
Affected Areas
The fire is located at B76 (Gwydir Highway) in Delungra (2403). The incident is situated within the Inverell Council Area.
What You Should Do
As the fire is currently listed as “Under control,” residents and travelers in the Delungra and Inverell areas should remain informed. Monitor conditions in the vicinity of the Gwydir Highway and stay updated through official NSW Rural Fire Service channels.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a grass fire. It has reached a size of approximately 5 hectares. No further spread is indicated at this time as the status is maintained as under control.
Timeline
The alert was updated at 17:12 on February 23, 2026. The NSW RFS continues to monitor the site while the fire remains under control.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice