Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Hanging Rock State Forest
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The Forestry Corporation of NSW is conducting a 991-hectare hazard reduction burn at Hanging Rock State Forest. The fire is currently under control.
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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
The Forestry Corporation of NSW has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn at Pulfords Road Nundle SF. The operation is classified as a hazard reduction fire and is currently reported to be under control.
Affected Areas
The activity is located within the Hanging Rock State Forest on Forest Way, Hanging Rock (Postcode 2340). This area is situated within the Tamworth Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Tamworth and Hanging Rock regions should be aware of the ongoing hazard reduction operation. While the fire is currently under control, individuals are advised to monitor the situation through the NSW Rural Fire Service and the Forestry Corporation of NSW for any changes in status.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction operation covers a significant area of approximately 991 hectares. Smoke may be visible in the vicinity of Hanging Rock and surrounding parts of the Tamworth Council Area due to the scale of the burn.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is ongoing, with the fire status currently listed as under control.
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