Bushfire Risk in Tumorrama, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10Tumorrama has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- Tumorrama has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Tumorrama, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2720
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 14.8% of land (riverine flood)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Tumorrama, New South Wales, has a tumorrama has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity 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.
The area is designated as bushfire prone due to the surrounding vegetation.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Tumorrama, 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 Tumorrama including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Tumorrama sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.7% 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 Tumorrama.
Tumorrama (postcode 2720) 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 riverine flood (14.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (14.3% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tumorrama — 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
Historical Events
Bushfires in the surrounding region caused smoke haze and increased fire danger in Tumorrama.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in flood mitigation infrastructure, such as levees and improved drainage systems, to protect properties from flooding.
Est. cost: High
Bushfire Preparedness
Near-termDevelop and implement a community bushfire management plan, including evacuation routes and firebreaks.
Est. cost: Medium
Heatwave Action Plan
ImmediateEstablish a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.
Est. cost: Low
Water Conservation
Long-termPromote water conservation measures to ensure a sustainable water supply during periods of drought and increased demand.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tumorrama in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Tumorrama may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Tumorrama 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 Tumorrama?
BAL ratings in Tumorrama 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 Tumorrama?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Tumorrama 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 Tumorrama?
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 Tumorrama is exposed to high riverine flood risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.8% of Tumorrama in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 67.3% 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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