Harrington Fire Today: 140-Hectare Bushfire in Crowdy Bay National Park Prompts Prepare Now Warning

Firefighters are working to control a bushfire burning in Crowdy Bay National Park near Harrington, New South Wales, as the blaze moves south towards the community.

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) confirmed that the fire had burnt approximately 140 hectares and was being controlled. Despite containment efforts, authorities warned that it could reach the northern part of Harrington in the coming hours.

A Watch and Act – Prepare Now warning was issued for residents in and around Hogan Street, Murray Street and Crowdy Street. Authorities warned that fire could affect properties in these areas and urged residents to make their final preparations.

Residents Urged to Prepare

The RFS advised residents to review their Bush Fire Survival Plans and consider leaving early if they were not adequately prepared.

Residents were also advised to:

• Remove flammable furniture and other combustible items from around their homes.
• Fill buckets, sinks and bathtubs with water in preparation for possible spot fires.
• Block downpipes and fill gutters with water, without climbing onto roofs.
• Prepare firefighting equipment, protective clothing and drinking water.
• Bring pets indoors and keep them restrained if fire threatens their properties.

Anyone whose life is at risk should call Triple Zero (000).

Firefighters Continue Containment Efforts

Emergency crews are working to manage the fire and limit its potential impact on Harrington. The RFS continues to monitor the situation and provide updates as conditions change.

Residents should check the NSW RFS website and the Hazards Near Me app for the latest warning level, fire location and safety instructions. Road closures and traffic changes should also be checked through Live Traffic NSW.

The RFS scheduled its next update for 10:30 p.m. on November 11, or earlier if the situation changed.

The situation remains subject to change, and residents in the affected areas should follow official emergency instructions rather than relying solely on social media reports.