EndedUpdated · Source: NSW Rural Fire Service

Springwood Bushfire

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Key facts

Source: NSW Rural Fire Service
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The story so far

A wildfire that burned near Springwood, Australia, has ended, bringing operations to a close for Fire and Rescue NSW. The incident unfolded within a region where the typical fire season spans from December to March.

The broader national landscape reflects a quieter year for blazes. Across the country, 21,163,141 hectares have burned so far in 2026, marking a 39 percent decrease compared to the two-decade average.

The bigger picture in Australia

Across Australia, roughly 21,163,141 hectares have burned so far in 2026 — 39% below the two-decade average. Data from Copernicus GWIS.

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