Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 28 October 2025, 8.19am
Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9.30am
to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 8.19am.
Safety alerts: Blue green algae (Amber alert) for Yanga Lake
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER alert for Yanga Lake.
The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.
Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas.
For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am
to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 10 Oct 2025, 2.54pm.
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 9.30am to Sun 30 Nov 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 8.19am
Safety alerts: Blue green algae (Amber alert) for Yanga Lake
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER alert for Yanga Lake.
The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.
Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas.
For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts
Affects 1 park and 7 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 8.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Oct 2025, 2.54pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.49am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, Riverina Area
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
