Haystack Fire Under Control at Yerong Creek-Mangoplah Road in Lockhart Council Area
The NSW Rural Fire Service reports a haystack fire at Yerong Creek-Mangoplah Road is now under control. Residents are advised to monitor the situation.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a notification regarding a haystack fire at Yerong Creek-Mangoplah Road. The incident is currently listed as “Under control” with an alert level of “Not Applicable.”
Affected Areas
The fire is located in Yerong Creek (postcode 2642) within the Lockhart Council Area. The specific site of the incident is Yerong Creek-Mangoplah Road.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Lockhart Council Area should continue to monitor the situation through official NSW RFS channels. While the fire is currently under control, remain alert for any changes in conditions or smoke in the vicinity.
Expected Conditions
The incident is classified as a haystack fire. The current size of the fire is recorded as 0 hectares, indicating the fire is contained to the immediate area of the haystack. No specific wind or temperature data was provided in the official alert.
Timeline
The alert was originally published on March 20, 2026, at 11:04 PM. The status was updated by the NSW Rural Fire Service on March 21, 2026, at 10:04 AM, confirming the fire is under control.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice