Bushfires NT Planned Burn – Darwin River Dam

NT Government

ALERT LEVEL: Planned Burn

Firefighters are managing the burn, but visibility may be affected.

FIRE TYPE: Planned burn.

INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 19/05/2026 1200 hrs

STATUS: PLANNED BURN – A planned burn is due to commence Friday 22/5/2026.

RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA: Smoke from this fire may affect visibility. Active fire may occur close to the roadside. Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside.

ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: Aerial Prescribed burning is due to commence on Friday 22nd May 2026 within the Darwin River Dam Catchment. Smoke is expected to be present in the area until the 25/05/2026.

For the safety of firefighting crews and other vehicles, drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and drive safely for the conditions.

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