Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Boambee Link Road in Upper Orara
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Forestry Corporation of NSW is conducting a 51-hectare planned hazard reduction burn at Boambee Plantations F26, currently reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
- Issued
- April 3, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
Alert Type: Planned Burn (Hazard Reduction)
Issued By: Forestry Corporation of NSW
Status: Under control
Fire Activity: Yes
Affected Areas
The hazard reduction activity is located at Boambee Link Road, Upper Orara (2450) within the Coffs Harbour Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Upper Orara and surrounding Coffs Harbour regions should be aware of the planned fire activity. As the burn is currently classified as under control, no emergency action is required. However, residents are encouraged to monitor conditions and stay informed via the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS).
Expected Conditions
The operation involves a hazard reduction fire covering an area of approximately 51 hectares. Smoke may be visible in the vicinity of the Boambee Plantations.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 17, 2026, at 6:10 PM. The operation is ongoing but remains under control by the responsible agency.
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