Planned Burn Alert in Khancoban, Snowy Valleys, NSW
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A planned burn is underway in Khancoban, NSW, covering 803 hectares and managed by NSW authorities, with the situation reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Snowy Valleys, NSW
- Issued
- April 30, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
This is a Planned Burn alert issued by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. The alert type is Hazard Reduction, and it was last updated on 30 Apr 2026 12:00.
Affected Areas
The alert affects the Khancoban Visitor Centre, Scammel St, Khancoban NSW 2642, in the Snowy Valleys Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected area should monitor updates from the responsible agency, as the burn is a hazard reduction activity.
Expected Conditions
The burn involves a fire covering 803 hectares as part of hazard reduction efforts.
Timeline
The alert was published on 30/04/2026 2:00:00 AM and updated on 30 Apr 2026 12:00.
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