Bushfire Advice Issued for Cooks Vale, Bald Hill, and Peelwood in Upper Lachlan Council Area
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice level alert for a 28-hectare bushfire currently being controlled near Cooks Vale, Bald Hill, and Peelwood.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an alert at the Advice level for a bushfire in the Southern Tablelands region. The alert is currently active for a fire identified as COOKS VALE BALD HILL PEELWOOD. The incident was last updated on March 13, 2026, at 7:50 PM.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic regions affected by this alert include:
- Localities: Cooks Vale, Bald Hill, and Peelwood (Postcode 2583)
- Council Area: Upper Lachlan
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the Upper Lachlan Council Area should monitor conditions and stay informed through the NSW Rural Fire Service. Although the fire is currently being controlled, individuals in the vicinity should remain aware of their surroundings and follow any further instructions from emergency personnel.
Expected Conditions
- Fire Type: Bush Fire
- Current Status: Being controlled
- Size: Approximately 28 hectares
- Hazard: Active fire present in the landscape
Timeline
The alert was updated at 19:50 on March 13, 2026. The fire is currently under active management by the Rural Fire Service as they work to maintain control of the 28-hectare area.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice