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Prescribed Burn - Gordon

A prescribed burn is taking place today on Point Hut Rd, near Gordon, in Canberra’s south. Smoke and flames may be visible in the area while the burn is underway. The...

Severe Thunderstorm Warning - 5 March 2023

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the ACT for damaging winds & large hailstones.   To stay up to date with what the weather...

AFAC releases Seasonal Outlook for Autumn 2023

AFAC has released the Seasonal Outlook for Autumn 2023, indicating normal fire potential for grasslands, and below normal fire potential in forested areas of the...

Prescribed Burn - Gordon

A prescribed burn is taking place today on Point Hut Rd, near Gordon, in Canberra’s south. Smoke and flames may be visible in the area while the burn is underway. The...

ADVICE: Grass & Bushfire - Majura

The grass fire in Majura is under control. It's expected crews will remain on scene back burning the area for the next few days to strengthen containment lines. Smoke...

ADVICE: Grass & Bushfire - Majura

A grass fire is burning in Majura, near the intersection of Majura Parkway and Majura Road. The fire is approximately 200x200m in size. ACT Fire & Rescue, ACT...

Prescribed Burn - Coree

Prescribed Burn - Coree A prescribed burn is taking place today on Brindabella Road, Coree, west of Canberra. Smoke and flames may be visible in the area while the burn...

Motor Vehicle Accident - Lyons

There's been a single-car accident on Launceston Street in Lyons.   Launceston Street is closed in both directions.   ACT Ambulance, ACT Fire & Rescue, and...

Prescribed Burn - Tharwa

A prescribed burn is taking place today near Tharwa, south of Canberra. Smoke and flames may be visible in the area while the burn is underway. The burn is scheduled to...

Truck rollover - Mugga Lane, Symonston

A single truck has rolled over on Mugga Lane, Symonston causing the southbound lane to be closed. The two occupants of the vehicle have been extricated by ACT Fire &...