Watch and Act Alert Issued for 114-Hectare Bush Fire Near Dumaresq Dam Road
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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a Watch and Act alert for a bush fire near Dumaresq Dam Road in the Armidale region. The fire is currently 114 hectares and being controlled.
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- Record type
- NSW incident notice
- Affected area
- Armidale, 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 a Watch and Act alert for a bush fire burning in the Dumaresq area. The alert was officially updated at 3:45 PM on March 6, 2026.
Affected Areas
The fire is specifically located at Dumaresq Dam Road, Dumaresq (2350), situated within the Armidale Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the Dumaresq area are advised to monitor conditions closely. Those in the warning area should stay informed by following updates from the NSW Rural Fire Service and local media. Be prepared to act if the situation changes.
Expected Conditions
The bush fire is currently estimated to be 114 hectares in size. The NSW RFS reports that the fire status is currently "Being controlled" by responding crews.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 6, 2026, at 15:45. The situation remains active, and residents should maintain awareness until the alert level is downgraded.
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