NSW RFS - Snowy Monaro District
The Snowy Monaro District comprises of 33 rural fire brigades providing fire and emergency response to the Snowy Monaro Local Government Area.
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 @ 1100hrs Snowy Monaro Rural Fire Service Brigades will implement a strategic hazard reduction in Tinderry, supported by aircraft.
The burn will continue to produce smoke across the Monaro District.
As the prescribed burn will generate smoke, hot embers and heat, it is important that you consider the
following:
• Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes;
• Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns;
• Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage;
• Remove washing from clotheslines;
• Ensure pets have a protected area;
• If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on; and
• If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if
shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice
Snowy Monaro Regional Council
The Monaro Post
ABC South East NSW
NSW RFS - Michelago Brigade
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NSW Rural Fire Service Brigades will undertake a strategic hazard reduction on Crackenback Ridge over the next few days.
Burn commencing Sunday, 26 April, with ground crews continuing through the week with support from aircraft.
Snowy Monaro Regional Council
ABC South East NSW
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1
The Monaro Post
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Bush fires can affect our homes, livelihoods and communities with devastating
consequences. Fire agencies and land managers are working to develop a new Bush
Fire Risk Management Plan for the Snowy Monaro area, and we’re seeking your views on what’s important to protect.
Complete the survey. www.nsw.gov.au/.../bush-fire-risk-plan-snowy-monaro
The Monaro Post
ABC South East NSW
Snowy Monaro Regional Council
ABC Canberra
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1
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