Planned Burn Underway at McNamara Block 2 in Vincentia
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The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is managing a 40-hectare hazard reduction burn at Moona Creek Road in the Shoalhaven region.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Shoalhaven, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 3, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn, identified as McNamara Block 2 HR. The activity is currently classified as a "Planned Burn" and is listed as being under control.
Affected Areas
The burn is located at Moona Creek Rd, Vincentia (postcode 2540) within the Shoalhaven Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Vincentia area should be aware that this is a controlled hazard reduction operation. As the status is currently "Under control," no immediate emergency action is required. Residents should be aware of the presence of fire and smoke in the vicinity of Moona Creek Road.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction involves an active fire covering approximately 40 hectares. Smoke may be visible in the Vincentia and surrounding Shoalhaven areas while the operation is completed.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 17, 2026, at 3:36 PM. The operation is ongoing but remains under control by the responsible agency.
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