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Townspeople need to be prepared too
RESIDENTS in Widden Close, Scone thought the country behind them was largely burnt out but were surprised how quickly a spot fire took hold yesterday evening.
Scone Mountain fire: Tuesday
THE NSW Rural Fire Service said favrouable conditions yesterday helped fire fighting efforts, but erratic winds today mean residents need to be prepared.
Fire alert: Widden Close, Scone
THE NSW Rural Fire Service has just issued an alert for Widden Close, Scone, which backs onto Scone Mountain area.
Update: Scone Mountain fire – Monday night
NSW Rural Fire Service said the fire has burnt down to Gundy Road in several places including the intersection of Segenhoe Road and to the east,
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Weather: The week ahead
THE weather this week in the Upper Hunter area, does not bode well for fire activity.
Parliamentary petition closes today
A Parliamentary petition calling for an investigation and consideration of administration for the Upper Hunter Shire Council closes today.
Power restored to Segenhoe
RESIDENTS have advised power has been restored to the Segenhoe area.
It is a welcome relief as residents can now use their pumps to protect their homes.
Fire alert issued Ranch Road, Scone
THE NSW Rural Fire Service has advised of a new fire at Ranch Road in Scone,
Update: Scone Mountain fire – Monday
NO homes have been reported lost from the fire to date, thanks to an amazing effort from fire services,
Update: Scone Mountain fire
THE NSW Rural Fire Service have advised there is heightened fire activity in the south-western area of the fire zone,