Planned Burn Bushfire Alert in Snowy Monaro Region
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A hazard reduction planned burn is underway in Paddys Flat, Snowy Monaro, covering 184 hectares and is under control by authorities.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Snowy Monaro Region
- Issued
- May 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The alert is for a Planned Burn, issued by NSW RFS. It is a Hazard Reduction type, with the fire confirmed as under control. The alert was updated on 6 May 2026 at 10:49.
Affected Areas
The affected area includes Paddys Flat in the Snowy Monaro council area.
What You Should Do
As the burn is under control, residents should follow any guidance from the responsible agency, the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
Expected Conditions
The fire covers an area of 184 hectares.
Timeline
The alert was updated on 6 May 2026 at 10:49, with no specific start or end times provided.
Original source: NSW RFS Official Notice ↗
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