Grass Fire Near Hunter Expressway in Allandale Under Control
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued an Advice alert for a grass fire near the M15 in Allandale. The fire is currently under control with no reported spread.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an Advice level alert for a grass fire in the Allandale area. As of the latest update, the fire status is listed as under control.
Affected Areas
The fire is located near the M15 (Hunter Expressway) in Allandale (2320), within the Cessnock Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists in the Cessnock region should maintain awareness of the situation. While the fire is under control, individuals in the vicinity of the Hunter Expressway should monitor for smoke and follow any instructions provided by emergency personnel.
Expected Conditions
This incident involves a grass fire. The current recorded size of the fire is 0 hectares, indicating that the fire has been contained to a minimal area.
Timeline
The alert was updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on March 19, 2026, at 10:29 PM. The incident remains under control.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice