Planned Hazard Reduction Burn at Pulfords Road Nundle State Forest
The Forestry Corporation of NSW is managing a 991-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Hanging Rock State Forest, which is currently under control.
Alert Details
A planned hazard reduction burn is currently underway at Pulfords Road Nundle SF. The operation is being conducted by the Forestry Corporation of NSW. According to the latest reports, the fire status is classified as “Under control.”
Affected Areas
The activity is centered at Hanging Rock State Forest, specifically along Forest Way in Hanging Rock (2340). This location is situated within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Tamworth Council Area and surrounding Hanging Rock regions should be aware that this is a controlled hazard reduction effort. The Forestry Corporation of NSW is the responsible agency for this operation and continues to monitor the site.
Expected Conditions
The fire involves a total area of approximately 991 hectares. As a planned hazard reduction, the fire is being managed to reduce fuel loads in the state forest.
Timeline
The alert for this planned burn was updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice