Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Cordeaux Dam in Wollondilly
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Water NSW is conducting a 64-hectare hazard reduction burn near Picton Road in the Wollondilly Council Area, which is currently reported as under control.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Wollondilly, New South Wales
- Issued
- March 30, 2026
- Source feed
- NSW RFS
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Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has reported a planned hazard reduction burn at Cordeaux Dam. The operation is being managed by Water NSW and is currently classified as a "Planned Burn" alert level. The fire is confirmed to be active but is listed as under control.
Affected Areas
The burn is located at B88 (Picton Road), Cordeaux (postcode 2526), within the Wollondilly Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists in the Cordeaux and Picton Road areas should remain aware of the ongoing hazard reduction activity. As the fire is currently under control, no emergency actions are required at this time, but individuals should continue to monitor the situation via official NSW RFS channels.
Expected Conditions
The hazard reduction fire covers an area of approximately 64 hectares. Smoke may be visible from Picton Road (B88) and surrounding parts of the Wollondilly region.
Timeline
The alert was last updated on March 16, 2026, at 3:38 PM. The status of the burn remains "Under control."
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