Wild winds could hamper fire fighters from Gilgandra and others RFS crews who are battling a blaze in the Gonoo State Conversation area in the Warrumbungle Shire.

‘’There are 79 crew working on this over 1,426 hectares including our team from Gil and while its advice status for now with spot fires being doused we are wary because of the winds,’ a spokesperson from the Rural Fire Service told the Western Plains App today (Monday 1 December).

The fire is burning on both private property and within the Goonoo State Conservation area.

Winds today are expected to continue pushing the fire in an easterly and north easterly direction towards Boomley Road and the rail line.

The fire is approximately 1426 hectares in size and is not yet controlled.

"If conditions allow, firefighters may undertake backburning operations to strengthen containment lines," the spokesperson explained.

"This will result in increased smoke and fire activity.

"An aircraft was deployed and helped with dampening the outbreak."

The fire has burned since Thursday 27 November when a truck crashed near Dunedoo.

It sparked fires which were initially extinguished but some parts of the blaze did burn property.

A driver from Bathurst was tragically killed in the blaze after his B-double hit an embankment.

The Rural Fire Service spokesperson said People in the area of Boomley Road should stay alert and monitor your surroundings.

Watch out for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

This means looking out for burning embers, changes in wind direction and smoke. Watch for signs of fire in your area.

Know what you will do if the fire impacts on where you are. Identify a safer location in case the situation changes. This may include a well cleared area or a solid structure such as a home.

If you are not prepared to the highest level, leaving early is the safest option.

• If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.

• Bring pets indoors and restrain them, close all doors and windows and turn off air conditioners, keep water running if possible.