Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Pulfords Road in Nundle State Forest
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The Forestry Corporation of NSW is conducting a 991-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Hanging Rock State Forest near Tamworth.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Hanging Rock, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn at Pulfords Road, Nundle State Forest. The operation is being managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW. The fire is currently classified as "Under control."
Affected Areas
The activity is located at Hanging Rock State Forest, specifically along Forest Way in Hanging Rock (2340). This falls within the Tamworth council area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Hanging Rock and Tamworth regions should be aware of the planned burn. While the fire is under control, smoke may be visible in the area. Residents are advised to monitor local conditions and follow any instructions from the Forestry Corporation of NSW or the NSW RFS.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction burn covers an area of approximately 991 hectares. Although there is active fire present, it is part of a controlled operation and remains within containment lines.
Timeline
The alert was updated on February 27, 2026, at 2:55 PM. The operation is ongoing but currently listed as under control.
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