Truck Fire Reported on Hume Highway in Marulan; Emergency Services Responding

Source: NSW RFS · Marulan, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service is responding to a truck fire on the Hume Highway in Marulan. The incident is currently being controlled within the Goulburn Mulwaree council area.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
Marulan, 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 regarding a truck fire on the Hume Highway. The incident is currently classified with a status of "Being controlled" by responding emergency units.

Affected Areas

The fire is located specifically on the Hume Highway in Marulan (postcode 2579). This incident falls within the Goulburn Mulwaree council area. Motorists and residents in the immediate vicinity of this section of the highway should be aware of the ongoing emergency response.

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists in the Marulan area are advised to monitor local conditions and stay informed through official Rural Fire Service channels. If traveling on the Hume Highway, exercise caution, reduce speed, and follow all directions provided by emergency services personnel on the scene.

Expected Conditions

The hazard is identified as a truck fire. Current data indicates the fire size is 0 hectares, signifying that the blaze is contained to the vehicle and has not spread to the surrounding vegetation. The situation is actively being managed by the responsible agency.

Timeline

The alert was updated on February 24, 2026, at 1:19 AM. The incident was initially reported on February 23, 2026, and remains under the control of the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service is responding to a truck fire on the Hume Highway in Marulan. The incident is currently being controlled within the Goulburn Mulwaree council area.
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What area is affected?
This alert affects Marulan, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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