Controlled Burn Off Reported at Cook St, Rye Park
The NSW Rural Fire Service is monitoring a controlled burn off at Cook St in Rye Park. The fire is currently under control with no immediate threat to the community.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an alert for fire activity at Cook St, Rye Park. The incident is classified as a “Burn off” and is currently listed as “Under control.”
Affected Areas
The activity is localized to Cook St in Rye Park (postcode 2586), situated within the Hilltops Council Area. The alert is specific to this geographic region.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Rye Park area should be aware of smoke resulting from this controlled burn. While the fire is under control, individuals with respiratory conditions are advised to monitor their health and keep windows closed if smoke is present. No immediate emergency action is required as the situation is being managed by the Rural Fire Service.
Expected Conditions
The fire is currently reported at a size of 0 hectares. As a controlled burn off, conditions are expected to remain within the designated perimeter under the supervision of the responsible agency. There are no reports of uncontrolled spread.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 16, 2026, at 8:41 PM. The status remains “Under control” with the Rural Fire Service continuing to monitor the site as the responsible agency.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice