Planned Hazard Reduction Burn at Pine Creek Plantation, Bellingen
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A 33-hectare planned hazard reduction burn is currently under control at Pine Creek State Forest, managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Bellingen, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn at the Pine Creek Plantation (F26). The operation is classified as a "Planned Burn" and is currently reported to be under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is located at Godfreys Road within the Pine Creek State Forest. This operation is situated within the Bellingen Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Bellingen region should be aware of the ongoing hazard reduction activity. As the fire is currently under control, individuals are advised to monitor local conditions and follow any instructions issued by the Forestry Corporation of NSW or the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction operation involves a fire covering approximately 33 hectares. Smoke may be visible in the surrounding area as part of this planned fuel management activity.
Timeline
The alert was updated on February 21, 2026, at 11:57 AM. The status of the operation remains "Under control" as the responsible agency continues to manage the site.
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