📮 Moorilda postcode: 2879

Bushfire Risk in Moorilda, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Moorilda, New South Wales· Coonamble· 2879
The area surrounding Moorilda is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry periods. Climate change is projected to lengthen the fire season and increase the severity of bushfires.Updated 31 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.1/10

The area surrounding Moorilda is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry periods. Climate change is projected to lengthen the fire season and increase the severity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Moorilda is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry periods. Climate change is projected to lengthen the fire season and increase the severity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Moorilda, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2795
Highest high-risk exposure
7% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Moorilda, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding moorilda is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry periods. climate change is projected to lengthen the fire season and increase the severity of bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The New South Wales fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Moorilda is located in a designated bushfire-prone area.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Moorilda, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Moorilda including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Moorilda sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 74.8% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Moorilda.

Moorilda (postcode 2795) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Moorilda — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Major

A large bushfire threatened the outskirts of Moorilda, requiring evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a community bushfire plan

Immediate

Create a plan that outlines evacuation routes, emergency contacts, and property protection measures.

Est. cost: Low

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Establish a heatwave response plan

Immediate

Provide cooling centers and support for vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Implement measures to conserve water resources during periods of drought.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Coonamble Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moorilda in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Moorilda may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Moorilda has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Moorilda?

BAL ratings in Moorilda depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Moorilda?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Moorilda may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Moorilda?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the New South Wales fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Moorilda is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 7% of Moorilda in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 74.8% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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