NSW RFS - Hawkesbury District

11/10/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Greater Sydney Region tomorrow, Monday 12th October, with an Extreme Fire Danger Rating forecast. This includes the Hawkesbury Local Government Area.
⚠️ These are dangerous fire conditions. Take action now to protect your life and property.
Check your Bush Fire Survival Plan and ensure your property is fire ready. If a fire starts, take immediate action.
Reconsider travel through bush fire risk areas.
🔥 A Total Fire Ban means no fires may be lit in the open.
Stay informed through the Hazards Near Me NSW app and visit the NSW RFS website for current information and Total Fire Ban rules:
www.rfs.nsw.gov.au
Report unattended fires immediately to Triple Zero (000).

01/10/2026

Hazard Reduction – Horse Paddock HR, Bowen Mountain

On behalf of the Hawkesbury Bush Fire Management Committee, the community is advised that the NSW RFS are intending to undertake the Horse Paddock HR (Bowen Mountain), weather and conditions permitting.

📅 Date: Friday, 2 October 2026
📍 Location: Vicinity of Lieutenant Bowen Dr & Bowen Mountain West Trl
📏 Size: 2ha
🚒 Lead Agency: NSW Rural Fire Service

Smoke will be visible from surrounding areas following ignition on Friday morning and potentially into afternoon. Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, and motorists should drive to conditions if smoke affects visibility on nearby roads.

For Hazard Reduction information, visit the NSW RFS website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr) or the Hazards Near Me app. Alternatively, contact the Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 9450 6400.

30/09/2026

🔥 BUSH FIRE DANGER PERIOD STARTS TOMORROW

Tomorrow, 1 October, marks the beginning of the statutory Bush Fire Danger Period.

From tomorrow, you will need a fire permit before conducting a pile burn or other burn-off on your property.

Fire permits are free. For information on how to apply, visit:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

Alternatively, contact Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 4560 6400.

Before burning, check the conditions of your permit and notify your neighbours, Hawkesbury Council and the RFS at least 24 hours beforehand. Fire permits are automatically suspended during Total Fire Bans.

📸: Oakville Brigade - Escaped Pile Burn

25/09/2026

Hazard Reduction – Blaxlands Ridge
The community is advised that the NSW RFS is intending to undertake the Whitehurst Hazard Reduction, weather and conditions permitting.
📅 Date: Friday, 25th September 2026
📍 Location: Blaxlands Ridge Road & Kentoleen Rd
📏 Size: 5ha
🚒 Lead Agency: NSW Rural Fire Service
Ignition on this Hazard Reduction will commence from 1400hrs
Smoke will be visible from surrounding areas throughout the day on Friday. Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, and motorists should drive to conditions if smoke affects visibility on nearby roads.
For Hazard Reduction information, visit the NSW RFS website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr) or the Hazards Near Me app. Alternatively, contact the Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 4650 6400.


Blaxland Ridge Rural Fire Brigade

19/09/2026

18/09/2026

NSW RFS firefighters have concluded Hazard Reduction burning at Bowen Mountain for today.

Smoke may settle into lower-lying parts of the area overnight due to ongoing fire activity within established containment lines.

Crews will continue to patrol the area periodically overnight and throughout tomorrow.

Residents can stay informed through the Hazards Near Me NSW app.

18/09/2026

18/09/2026

🔥 HAZARD REDUCTION UPDATE – BOWEN MOUNTAIN

Multiple hazard reduction burns are currently underway at Bowen Mountain and are progressing well.

Residents in Bowen Mountain and surrounding areas can expect to see and smell smoke throughout the afternoon.

For the latest information, refer to the Hazards Near Me NSW app.

17/09/2026

Hazard Reduction – Bowen Mountain West
The community is advised that the NSW RFS is intending to undertake the Hinks Hazard Reduction, weather and conditions permitting.
📅 Date: Friday, 18th September 2026
📍 Location: Vicinity of Lieutenant Bowen Dr & Pamela Cr, Bowen Mountain
📏 Size: 12ha
🚒 Lead Agency: NSW Rural Fire Service
Smoke will be visible from surrounding areas throughout the day on Friday. Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, and motorists should drive to conditions if smoke affects visibility on nearby roads.
For Hazard Reduction information, visit the NSW RFS website (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr) or the Hazards Near Me app. Alternatively, contact the Hawkesbury Fire Control Centre on 02 4650 6400.


NSW RFS - Grose Vale Brigade

15/09/2026

🔥 GET READY WEEKEND IN THE HAWKESBURY

Get Ready Weekend is happening across the Hawkesbury this Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September.

Visit one of our local NSW RFS brigades to meet your volunteers, discuss your bush fire risk and learn how to prepare your home, property and family for the coming fire season.

📅 Saturday 19 September

📍 Bilpin Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 12pm
Bilpin Community Hall, 2596 Bells Line of Road, Bilpin

📍 Blaxlands Ridge Rural Fire Brigade
11am to 3pm
227 Blaxlands Ridge Road, Blaxlands Ridge

📍 Freemans Reach Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 2pm
361 Kurmond Road, Freemans Reach

📍 Hawkesbury Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 2pm
Corner of George and Thorley Streets, South Windsor

📍 Wilberforce Rural Fire Brigade
9am to 2pm
Hawkesbury Showground, Racecourse Road, Clarendon

📅 Sunday 20 September

📍 East Kurrajong Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 11am
Laneway near 64 Royerdale Place, East Kurrajong

📍 Grose Vale Rural Fire Brigade
12.30pm to 4pm
103 Lieutenant Bowen Road, Bowen Mountain

📍 Lower Portland Rural Fire Brigade
11am to 3pm
Lower Portland RFS Station, West Portland Road, Lower Portland

📍 Oakville Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 2pm
Bona Vista Park, Bona Vista Drive, Pitt Town

📍 Kurrajong Heights Rural Fire Brigade
10am to 2pm
13 Stanley Avenue, Kurrajong Heights

📍Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade
11am to 3pm
Yarramundi Brigade Station, 362 Springwood Road, Yarramundi

Come along, ask questions and make sure you are ready before a fire threatens.

Find more information and other events at:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/get-ready-weekend-2026

Prepare. Act. Survive.