Planned Burn Underway at Koreelah National Park in Tenterfield Council Area
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting a 14-hectare hazard reduction burn at Rabbit Fence South in Koreelah National Park, currently reported as under control.
Alert Details
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn identified as “Rabbit Fence South HR.” The alert level is currently classified as a Planned Burn, and the fire is reported to be under control.
Affected Areas
The hazard reduction activity is located within Koreelah National Park. This area falls under the jurisdiction of the Tenterfield Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Tenterfield and Koreelah National Park regions should be aware of the ongoing hazard reduction operation. While the fire is under control, individuals in the area should monitor local conditions and stay informed through official NSW RFS and National Parks and Wildlife Service channels.
Expected Conditions
The fire involves a 14-hectare area. As this is a hazard reduction burn, smoke may be visible in the surrounding region. The status of the fire is currently listed as under control, indicating that the burn is proceeding according to the agency’s management plan.
Timeline
The alert for this hazard reduction burn was updated on March 4, 2026, at 8:04 PM. The operation remains active but controlled.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice