Watch and Act Alert Issued for 10-Hectare Grass Fire Near Yarrowyck
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a Watch and Act alert for an out-of-control grass fire burning at Torryburn Rd in Yarrowyck.
Alert Details
The New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued a “Watch and Act” alert for a grass fire burning in the Yarrowyck region. The fire is currently listed as “Not yet controlled” by responding agencies.
Affected Areas
The incident is centered at Torryburn Rd, Yarrowyck (2358), located within the Uralla Council Area. The fire is currently estimated to be 10 hectares in size.
What You Should Do
Residents in the vicinity of Torryburn Road and the broader Yarrowyck area should stay informed and monitor local conditions. Under a Watch and Act alert, there is a heightened level of threat. Residents should follow their bushfire survival plans and be prepared to take action if the situation changes. Monitor the NSW RFS website for further updates.
Expected Conditions
The hazard is classified as a grass fire. While specific meteorological data such as wind speed or temperature was not included in the source alert, the fire is actively burning and has not yet been contained.
Timeline
This alert was updated on February 22, 2026, at 3:23 PM. The fire remains active, and the Watch and Act status is in effect until further notice from the NSW RFS as they work to control the blaze.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice