Search and Rescue Alert in Barcoongere, Coffs Harbour

Source: NSW RFS · Coffs Harbour, NSW

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A search and rescue operation is under control in Barcoongere, Coffs Harbour, as reported by the NSW Rural Fire Service, with no fire reported.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Issued
April 28, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Record status: published 3 months ago; current incident status is not stored here. Check NSW RFS Fires Near Me before acting.

Alert Details

The alert is for a Search/Rescue operation, issued by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The alert level is Not Applicable, and it was last updated on 28 Apr 2026 at 14:06.

Affected Areas

The affected area includes Barcoongere Way in Barcoongere, within the Coffs Harbour council area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the area should monitor updates from the Rural Fire Service, as the operation is under control.

Expected Conditions

No fire is reported, and the size is 0 ha.

Timeline

The alert was updated on 28 Apr 2026 at 14:06, with the status listed as under control.

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A search and rescue operation is under control in Barcoongere, Coffs Harbour, as reported by the NSW Rural Fire Service, with no fire reported.
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What area is affected?
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