🚒 RFS Responds to Car Fire on Black Range Road, Tumbarumba

Emergency services were called to Black Range Road in Tumbarumba early this morning following reports of a car fire. The incident, which occurred at Black Range Road, Tumbarumba 2653, saw the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) dispatched to the scene.

The RFS, the lead combat agency for bush fires in NSW, also plays a crucial role in responding to a variety of other emergencies in rural districts, including structural fires, motor vehicle accidents, and vehicle fires. This particular incident, categorised as a 'Car Fire', currently shows a 'Responding' status by the RFS, indicating ongoing efforts to manage the situation.

While Tumbarumba is also home to a Fire and Rescue NSW station on Winton Street, staffed by on-call firefighters, the primary responsibility for incidents like this in the wider rural area often falls to the RFS. The RFS has detailed operational guidelines for handling vehicle incidents, focusing on safety, rescue, suppression, and post-fire overhaul to ensure community safety.

As of 4:36 AM on October 27, 2025, the fire had not spread beyond the vehicle, with the size reported as 0 hectares. Residents are advised to exercise caution in the area if travelling near Black Range Road.