Bushfire information - Upper Murray
Last updated: 11 March 2026 - 4:30 pm
Emergency services are responding to a bushfire in the Upper Murray region east of Albury.
This page provides local community updates, including road closures, smoke advice and council service impacts.
For the latest warnings and emergency instructions, follow the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Council service updates
Council services may be affected depending on fire conditions.
Updates will be provided here regarding:
Latest warnings and fire map
Get the latest bushfire warnings and view the current fire locations.
- View NSW Rural Fire Service warnings
- View the Fires Near Me incident map
- Listen to ABC Emergency updates
- Find your ABC local radio frequency
Emergency contacts and information
Emergency services information:
Bushfire information line: 1800 679 737
Life-threatening emergency: Call 000
Local impacts and travel
The fire is burning in the Upper Murray area near Talmalmo and Jingellic, about 60 km east of Albury.
Smoke may affect air quality in:
- Albury
- Wodonga
- surrounding communities
Road closures may be in place.
- Check Live Traffic NSW
What affected residents should do
If you are in or near the affected area:
- Check NSW Rural Fire Service warnings
- Avoid travelling into affected areas
- Follow directions from emergency services
- Prepare to leave if advised
In a life-threatening emergency call 000.
Health advice
Smoke may affect air quality. Residents should:
- stay indoors where possible
- close windows and doors
- avoid strenuous outdoor activity