Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Pericoe, Bega Valley
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A planned hazard reduction burn covering 803 hectares is currently under control in the Pericoe area of Bega Valley, managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Bega Valley, New South Wales
- Issued
- March 31, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
An alert has been issued for a planned hazard reduction burn in the Pericoe area. The operation, designated as "Pericoe 564 HR," is being managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. The current status of the fire is listed as under control.
Affected Areas
The hazard reduction activity is located in Pericoe, within the Bega Valley Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Bega Valley region should be aware of the ongoing hazard reduction. While the fire is under control, smoke may be visible in the surrounding area. Residents are advised to monitor conditions and stay informed via updates from the responsible agency.
Expected Conditions
The fire encompasses an area of approximately 803 hectares. As this is a planned hazard reduction, the fire is being managed within set boundaries.
Timeline
This alert was updated on 16 March 2026 at 1:03 PM. The operation is currently ongoing with the status maintained as under control.
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