Planned Burn Alert on Pacific Hwy in Ferodale
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A hazard reduction planned burn is underway and under control in Ferodale, as managed by NSW RFS, affecting the Port Stephens area.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Ferodale, Port Stephens, NSW
- Issued
- April 23, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
A Planned Burn alert has been issued by NSW RFS. The alert type is Hazard Reduction, with the fire confirmed as under control. It was updated on 13 Apr 2026 09:07.
Affected Areas
The alert impacts the A1 (Pacific Hwy) in Ferodale, 2318, within the Port Stephens council area in New South Wales.
What You Should Do
The status indicates the burn is under control; residents should refer to official updates from NSW RFS for any further guidance, as no specific actions are detailed in the alert.
Expected Conditions
The fire is reported at a size of 0 ha, indicating minimal activity as part of a hazard reduction effort.
Timeline
The alert was published on 12/04/2026 11:07:00 PM and updated on 13 Apr 2026 09:07.
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