NSW Rural Fire Service plea for people's vigilance as firefighters work to keep Hill End area fire under control

Crews plan to "keep the fire in a box" on Thursday, March 16 but firefighters are aware of how quick situations can change, James Morris, NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) spokesman said.

"As we know, all it takes is one spark that has been in a stump that hasn't shown face to pick up in the wind and blow across a containment line," he said.

Strategically placed crews - including trail bike teams and aircraft crews - are working on and above the fire ground, but local brigades will remain at their stations should new fires take hold.

With Hill End to get to a top of 30 degrees on Thursday and 32 degrees in Bathurst, the RFS has reminded people to stay alert.

Any activities likely to spark a fire are not allowed, unless a permit is held.

"If there are people mowing and the like, make sure they have sufficient water or some kind of extinguishing agent to put a fire out should it happen," Mr Morris said.

If you see a fire or need help from a local brigade, call triple zero immediately.

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