Forestry Corporation Conducts 97-Hectare Hazard Reduction Burn in Burrawan Plantation
A 97-hectare planned hazard reduction burn is underway at Burrawan Plantation in the Port Macquarie-Hastings area, currently reported as under control by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
Alert Details
Type: Hazard Reduction (Planned Burn)
Issued by: Forestry Corporation of NSW
Status: Under control
Alert Level: Planned Burn
Affected Areas
The hazard reduction activity is located at the Burrawan Plantation (identified as HRB_PEP_BUR014_016_2026) within the Port Macquarie-Hastings council area.
What You Should Do
The Forestry Corporation of NSW reports that the fire is currently under control. Residents in the vicinity of the Port Macquarie-Hastings council area should be aware of the planned burn activity in the Burrawan Plantation area.
Expected Conditions
- Fire: Yes
- Size: 97 hectares
- Type: Controlled hazard reduction burning
Timeline
The alert was updated on February 16, 2026, at 3:38 PM. The operation is currently active but remains under the control of the responsible agency.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice