Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Issued for Flaggs Rd, Merriwa
The NSW Rural Fire Service is conducting a planned hazard reduction burn at Flaggs Rd, Merriwa. The fire is currently reported as under control.
Alert Details
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued an alert for a planned hazard reduction burn. The incident is currently classified as “Under control” by the responding agency.
Affected Areas
The activity is located at Flaggs Rd, Merriwa (2329) within the Upper Hunter Council Area.
What You Should Do
Residents in the Merriwa and Upper Hunter areas should be aware of the planned hazard reduction activity. As the fire is currently under control, residents should monitor local conditions and follow any guidance provided by the Rural Fire Service.
Expected Conditions
This is a controlled hazard reduction fire. According to the source data, the fire size is currently recorded at 0 hectares.
Timeline
The alert was updated on March 7, 2026, at 3:26 PM (15:26). The status remains under control as the hazard reduction operation proceeds.
Source: NSW RFS Official Notice