NSW RFS

Firefighters continue to make good progress on the Green Point Dr Fire burning south of Forster on the Mid North Coast. Crews have been using more favouarble weather today to conduct backburns in an effort to contain the fire. #nswrfs

Watch and Act: Sand Track Fire (Mid-Coast LGA) Fire activity on the fire burning north of Harrington has increased. Southerly winds are moving the fire in a northerly direction towards the Bakers Rd, Coralville. People in the area to prepare now. Details: brnw.ch/21x73zP

Due to deteriorating weather conditions, landholders undertaking harvest operations in the Edward River and Murray River LGAs, and southern parts of Murrumbidgee, are advised to stop and check local weather conditions against the Grain Harvest Guide before deciding to continue.

Green Point Drive Fire, Forster (Mid-Coast LGA) - Monitor Conditions A fire is burning in the Booti Booti NP, west of The Lakes Way and north of Green Point Drive. Fire is burning towards the Green Point area. Monitor conditions. Roads may close unexpectedly.

Australia deployed a Large Air Tanker, Lead Plane and 20 Australian personnel to Indonesia last week to support local firefighters. The team includes personnel from the RFS, NSW Ambulance, NEMA and DFAT. The LAT has already delivered more than 210,000 litres of water.

A Total Fire Ban will be in place today, Saturday, 7 November 2026 for the Greater Hunter and Upper Central Western Plains areas. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. For more info:rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Saturday, 7 November 2026 for the Greater Hunter and Upper Central Western Plains areas. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. For more info:rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

Home and hosed! After returning from a deployment in France last month, our Chinook is ready for the NSW fire season. In this video, the crew can be seen testing the aircraft's 11,000+ litre capacity over Penrith Lakes.

Crews are working to contain a truck fire on the Hume Hwy at Bowning, approximately 7km NW of Yass. The Hwy is closed south bound. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and follow the directions of emergency services in the area. livetraffic.com for road information.

Yesterday afternoon a large storm cell moved into the Southern Tablelands. A member captured this video of a tornado forming north of Gunning. #RFS crews worked into the evening to support NSWSES at storm damage incidents, securing structures, clearing trees and removing hazards.

The Bush Fire Danger Period is now in place for all local government areas across NSW. Its important that everyone knows the rules when it comes to the use of fire on your property. For more information on the BFDP and Fire Permits, visit the #RFS website: rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

#RFS and #FRNSW crews are working to contain a shed fire north of Tamworth. Quick action has stopped it spreading, but the shed, tractor and hay bales have been destroyed. Closely monitor haystacks keep machinery well away from haystacks to reduce risk. rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prep…

Due to deteriorating weather conditions today, Sat 31 Oct landholders undertaking harvest operations in Murrumbidgee, Leeton, Narrandera, Hay, Carrathool & Griffith LGAs are advised to stop & check local weather conditions against the Grain Harvest Guide before continuing. #RFS

Advice: The Wool Road Fire, Vincentia (Shoalhaven LGA) Crews are working to control a bush fire burning along The Wool Road, Vincentia, burning in a westerly direction towards Naval College Road. Those in the vicinity should monitor conditions and stay up to date. #RFS

We were pleased to welcome French Ambassador David Martinon, Consul-General Gilles Barrier and French fire authorities to RFS HQ today to reflect on our recent firefighting deployment to France, share experiences and explore future opportunities for collaboration.

Firefighters are undertaking a hazard reduction burn at Porters Road, Kenthurst. Only call 000 to report unattended fires. It should be completed this afternoon with smoke to settle in nearby areas.Download Hazards Near Me or visit the RFS website rfs.nsw.gov.au

The storms that moved across the state over the weekend generated hundreds of thousands of lightning strikes and varying rainfall totals. We’re asking residents and land managers to remain vigilant and when safe to do so, inspect your properties for new ignitions.

Lightning strikes have been detected in areas including along the northern and southern borders today. Property owners are encouraged to check their properties for any signs of new fires that may have started from lightning. Report any new fires to 000. rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

A Total Fire Ban is in place today, Monday 12 October for the Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter areas. Hot and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. More info on Total Fire Ban rules on the #RFS website rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow Monday 12 October for the Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter areas. Hot and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger. More info on Total Fire Ban rules on the #RFS website rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr