Planned Hazard Reduction Burn at Hanging Rock State Forest in Tamworth Region

Source: NSW RFS · Tamworth Region, New South Wales

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A 991-hectare planned hazard reduction burn is currently under control at Hanging Rock State Forest, managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Tamworth Region, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

A planned hazard reduction burn is currently active at Pulfords Road Nundle SF. The alert was issued by the NSW RFS, with the Forestry Corporation of NSW serving as the responsible agency. The fire is currently listed as "Under control."

Affected Areas

The operation is situated at Forest Way, Hanging Rock (2340) within the Hanging Rock State Forest. This area is located within the Tamworth Council Area.

What You Should Do

The Forestry Corporation of NSW is the responsible agency for this hazard reduction. As the fire is currently under control, residents in the Tamworth Council Area should remain informed of the activity in the Hanging Rock State Forest and monitor updates from the NSW RFS.

Expected Conditions

The hazard reduction fire encompasses a total size of 991 hectares. The source confirms that fire is present as part of this planned operation.

Timeline

The alert was updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is currently ongoing and remains under the control of the Forestry Corporation of NSW.

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A 991-hectare planned hazard reduction burn is currently under control at Hanging Rock State Forest, managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
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