Bushfire Risk in Warrumbungle, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Warrumbungle, New South Wales· Warrumbungle Shire Council
The Warrumbungle region is highly susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The surrounding bushland increases the risk to properties.Updated 31 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

The Warrumbungle region is highly susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The surrounding bushland increases the risk to properties.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The Warrumbungle region is highly susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The surrounding bushland increases the risk to properties.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Warrumbungle, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2828
Highest high-risk exposure
11.2% of land (riverine flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Warrumbungle, New South Wales, has a the warrumbungle region is highly susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. the surrounding bushland increases the risk to properties. 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 has a history of significant bushfire events.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Warrumbungle, 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 Warrumbungle including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Warrumbungle sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 64% 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 Warrumbungle.

Warrumbungle (postcode 2828) 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 (11.2% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.9% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Warrumbungle — 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 to large areas of bushland.
BAL Overlay / ZoneNSW Rural Fire Service Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Major

The Warrumbungle bushfires of 2013 were catastrophic, destroying homes and impacting the national park.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire mitigation strategies, including clearing vegetation around properties and developing evacuation plans.

Est. cost: Low

Develop Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Establish a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations, including providing cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade Flood Defenses

Long-term

Invest in flood mitigation infrastructure, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Enhance Water Security

Near-term

Implement water conservation measures and explore alternative water sources to ensure water security during droughts.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Warrumbungle Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warrumbungle in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Warrumbungle may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Warrumbungle 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 Warrumbungle?

BAL ratings in Warrumbungle 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 Warrumbungle?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Warrumbungle 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 Warrumbungle?

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 Warrumbungle is exposed to high riverine flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.2% of Warrumbungle in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 79.7% 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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2022 insured disaster losses*
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insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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