Planned Burn Alert in Browns End, Wahroonga NSW
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A hazard reduction burn is underway in Browns End HR, Wahroonga, under control by Fire and Rescue NSW, affecting the Ku-Ring-Gai council area.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Ku-Ring-Gai Council Area, NSW
- Issued
- April 16, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
A Planned Burn alert, known as Browns End HR, has been issued by NSW RFS and managed by Fire and Rescue NSW. It is categorized as a Hazard Reduction burn.
Affected Areas
The alert affects Browns End HR on Browns Rd, Wahroonga NSW 2076, within the Ku-Ring-Gai council area.
What You Should Do
The burn is reported as under control; residents should follow updates from the responsible agency for any further instructions.
Expected Conditions
The burn involves a fire covering 15 ha, as a planned hazard reduction activity.
Timeline
The alert was updated on 16 April 2026 at 11:18, with a publication date of 16 April 2026 at 1:18:00 AM.
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