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Deadmans mountain bike loop

Werakata National Park

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Date Event Title
27 December 2024 Fire bans Total Fire Ban Details

Applies from Fri 27 Dec 2024, 12.01am to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 3.53pm

A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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27 December 2024 Safety alerts Extreme Fire Danger Details

Applies from Fri 27 Dec 2024, 12.01am to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 5.23pm

NPWS is advising visitors to local national parks to take caution on Friday 27th December 2024 due to high to extreme fire danger.

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for Greater Hunter region.

High temperatures and strong winds are forecast and are likely to lead to dangerous conditions that may change quickly.

Plan your visit to a national park carefully, take adequate water and remain hydrated.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

NPWS recommends reviewing RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 2.55pm

Fire bans: Wollemi-Yengo Reserves

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/cycling-trails/deadmans-mountain-bike-loop/local-alerts

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Emergency services

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