Advice Level Grass Fire Alert Issued for Newell Highway in Coonabarabran
Fire and Rescue NSW has issued an advice alert for a grass fire on the Newell Highway (A39) in the Warrumbungle Council Area. The fire is currently not yet controlled.
Alert Details
An Advice level alert has been issued by Fire and Rescue NSW regarding a grass fire in the Coonabarabran area. The alert was last updated on March 14, 2026, at 6:37 AM. The incident is currently classified as “Not yet controlled.”
Affected Areas
The fire is located along the A39 (Newell Highway) in Coonabarabran (postcode 2357). This incident is situated within the Warrumbungle Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the vicinity of the Newell Highway should monitor the situation and stay informed. As the fire is not yet controlled, individuals in the Warrumbungle Council Area should remain vigilant for any changes in conditions.
Expected Conditions
The incident is identified as a grass fire. While the current size is recorded at 0 hectares, the fire remains active. No specific wind or temperature data was provided in the current update, but the status remains at Advice level with moderate severity.
Timeline
The alert was updated at 6:37 AM on March 14, 2026. Emergency services are continuing to manage the incident, and the status will be updated as conditions change.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice