What does “being controlled” mean for the Wadbilliga National Park fire?

“Being controlled” means crews have constructed and are holding containment lines around the fire’s edge, and they expect to keep the fire within those lines under current conditions. It can still produce smoke, hot spots, and occasional flare-ups inside the perimeter. Aircraft and ground teams may keep patrolling and mopping up for days. If weather worsens, status can change, so regular checks remain important.

When is the next NSW RFS update, and where should I check?

The NSW RFS has signalled the next formal update is due by 20:00 on 10 January. Check the Major Fire Updates page for the Wadbilliga National Park incident and refresh after that time. You can also use fire near me mapping tools with saved locations for Cobargo and nearby towns, and follow NSW RFS social channels for interim safety messages or watch zones.

How could this fire affect insurers and the power grid on the NSW South Coast?

With the fire being controlled, the immediate chance of large home and contents claims or widespread power shut-offs is lower than earlier in the week. Risks remain if winds rise, temperatures spike, or new ignitions occur. Utilities may still briefly de-energise lines for safety near crews. Investors should track official outage notices, access restrictions, and any escalation in warnings before revising sector views.

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January 10: NSW ‘fire near me’ surge as Wadbilliga fire controlled

ByDanny Kontos January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

Searches for fire near me spiked across NSW as the Wadbilliga National Park fire near Cobargo reached 1,833 hectares and moved to being controlled. The NSW RFS downgraded the alert and said conditions are easing into 11 January, with the next formal update due by 20:00 on 10 January. For investors, the Cobargo bushfire update trims immediate risk for insurers and the grid on the South Coast, while weather remains the swing factor over the next 24 hours.