URGENT UPDATE: A Total Fire Ban has just been declared for the North Coast, Northern Slopes, Far North Coast, and New England regions in response to forecasted hot and windy conditions. The ban will commence at midnight tonight, October 26, 2025, and remains in effect for tomorrow, October 27.
Authorities from the NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) have issued a critical warning, categorizing fire conditions as EXTREME. The affected areas include:
– **Far North Coast**: Ballina, Byron, Clarence Valley, Kyogle, Lismore, Richmond Valley, Tweed
– **New England**: Glen Innes Severn, Tenterfield, Uralla, Walcha, Armidale
– **North Coast**: Bellingen, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie-Hastings, Kempsey, Nambucca, Mid-Coast
– **Northern Slopes**: Gunnedah, Gwydir, Inverell, Liverpool Plains, Tamworth
Officials stress the importance of immediate action to protect lives and property during these dangerous fire conditions. Residents are urged to review their bushfire plans and ensure their properties are fully prepared for potential threats.
If a fire ignites, immediate action is critical. The NSW RFS advises that anyone unprepared should evacuate to a safer location well before any fire impacts. Travelers are also cautioned to reconsider journeys through bushfire risk areas.
As conditions continue to develop, residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and stay updated through official channels. This fire ban is a vital step in preventing devastating wildfires, and compliance is essential for community safety.
Stay informed and take the necessary precautions as we face these heightened risks starting tomorrow. Share this information to ensure everyone is aware of the Total Fire Ban and its implications for safety in our communities.
