NSW Rural Fire Service Reports Controlled Burn Off at Maxwell Rd, Willala

Source: NSW RFS · Willala, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an alert for a controlled burn off at Maxwell Rd in Willala. The fire is currently under control.

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

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a notification for fire activity at Maxwell Rd in Willala. The incident is classified as a "Burn off" and is currently listed with an alert level of "Not Applicable." The fire is confirmed to be active but is currently under control.

Affected Areas

The activity is localized to the following geographic area:

  • Location: Boonamarra, Maxwell Rd, Willala (Postcode 2382)
  • Council Area: Gunnedah

What You Should Do

Residents in the Gunnedah Council Area and specifically near Maxwell Rd should be aware of the controlled activity. As the fire is currently under control, no emergency evacuations are in place. However, individuals should continue to monitor official NSW RFS updates for any changes in status.

Expected Conditions

The fire is reported as a burn off with a recorded size of 0 hectares. No specific weather conditions, wind speeds, or temperature impacts were provided in the current alert data. The status of the fire remains "Under control."

Timeline

The alert was last updated on March 9, 2026, at 3:39 PM. The incident is ongoing under the supervision of the Rural Fire Service.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an alert for a controlled burn off at Maxwell Rd in Willala. The fire is currently under control.
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What area is affected?
This alert affects Willala, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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