NSW RFS Issues Advice for Grass Fire Near Gwydir Highway, Delungra

Source: NSW RFS · Delungra, New South Wales

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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.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Delungra, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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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.

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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.
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