NSW RFS - Blayney Brigade

31/03/2026

31 March, midnight, marks the end of the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) for the Canobolas Zone.
Whilst fire permits are no longer required, you are still required to notify the RFS (Notify My Burn link below) and all your adjoining property owners of your intent to burn at least 24 hours before lighting the fire.
For more information on the bush fire danger period and fire permits,
visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

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Today, 31 March, marks the end of the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) for the majority of NSW. However, due to the ongoing fire risk, the BFDP will be extended in four Local Government Areas, including Gwydir, Mid-Western, Moree Plains and Narrabri.

While many landholders may no longer require a fire permit, you are still required to notify the RFS and your neighbours of your intention to burn at least 24 hours before lighting the fire.

For more information on the bush fire danger period and fire permits, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

20/02/2026

At 1900 this evening, Blayney brigade was alerted to a grass fire in Neville. Blayney responded and upon arrival with Barry Hobbys Yard brigade, a direct attack was done on the fire to knock it down. With the arrival of Neville and Mandurama the fire was completely extinguished.
This fire was also slowed down due to the owner maintaining fire breaks throughout the property.
This was likely started by lightning strike during this evening storms. This is a reminder to check your properties after a storm.

01/02/2026

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Monday 2 February, for the Central Ranges and Upper Central West Plains areas. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

27/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Wednesday 28 January, for the Central Ranges. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

25/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Monday 26 January for the Central Ranges. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

23/01/2026

09/01/2026

Update: 8:13am - Overnight, firefighters gained the upper hand on the fire, which was downgraded to an Advice level. Crews supported by aircraft, will continue their work today to strengthen containments lines. Those in the vicinity should continue to monitor conditions and stay up to date with the latest information.
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Watch and Act: Fitzgeralds Valley Rd Fire, Newbridge (Blayney LGA)

A bushfire is burning in the vicinity of Fitzgeralds Valley Rd approximately 3km north of Newbridge. The fire is burning in a southerly easterly direction towards Wimbledon Rd.

Residents in the Jones Lane aera should leave if not prepared towards the Newbridge Village.

Residents in Kelly Lane should head north to the Mid Western Highway.

09/01/2026

TOTAL FIRE BAN IN PLACE FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL MIDNIGHT SATURDAY 10TH JANUARY 2026.

The FDR will be HIGH for the Central Ranges.

Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero 000

Time is critical in making sure our emergency services attend the scene in an appropriate time to have that fire brought under control.

Make sure you note the road you are on, the house or rural addressing number and the nearest crossroad should there be one.

Stay calm when the triple 000 operator asks you questions, remember they are not based where you are and need us much information as possible. Thank you for taking your time to do this, it is so important. Take care out there!

For all fire information in NSW - https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me
For all fire information in Victoria - https://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

20/12/2025

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Sunday 21 December 2025, for the Greater Hunter, Central Ranges, North Western, Upper Central West Plains and Lower Central West Plains areas, with forecasts of high and extreme fire danger and warm and windy weather.

It's important you know your fire risk and what you'll do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the RFS website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

05/12/2025

TOTAL FIRE BAN FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL MIDNIGHT SATURDAY.

Total fire ban Saturday 6th December - EXTREME FIRE DANGER RATING

Our Area takes in the Local Government Areas of Cabonne, Orange, Blayney and Cowra.

To keep up to date with Fire's in your area or if you are travelling please check https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me

29/11/2025

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26/11/2025

TOTAL FIRE BAN THURSDAY 27TH NOVEMBER. WE ARE NUMBER 10 ON THE MAP - CENTRAL RANGES

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Thursday 27 November, for the following areas:
- Greater Sydney Region
- Greater Hunter
- North Western
- Central Ranges

Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across most of the state, with areas of Extreme fire danger.

Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000). For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the RFS website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr