Planned Burn Underway Near Coffs Harbour: Boambee Plantations Hazard Reduction
The Forestry Corporation of NSW is conducting a 51-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Boambee Plantations, located 6km west of Coffs Harbour.
Alert Details
A planned hazard reduction burn is currently active at the Boambee Plantations (F26). This alert has been issued via the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) with the Forestry Corporation of NSW acting as the responsible agency. The fire status is currently listed as “Under control.”
Affected Areas
The activity is concentrated at Gum Flat Rd, situated approximately 6 kilometers west of Coffs Harbour. This operation falls within the Coffs Harbour Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Coffs Harbour region should be aware of the planned activity. While the fire is under control, smoke may be visible in the surrounding areas. Individuals with respiratory conditions should monitor their health and stay indoors if smoke becomes an issue. Drivers in the Gum Flat Rd vicinity should exercise caution and turn on headlights if visibility is reduced.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction involves an active fire covering an area of approximately 51 hectares. No specific wind or temperature data was provided in the current alert; however, the operation is being managed as a controlled burn to reduce fuel loads.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 10, 2026, at 4:16 PM. As a hazard reduction burn, the duration is subject to local conditions and the completion of the 51-hectare target area.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice