FIREFIGHTERS have had a busy start to the fire season, with a number of bushfires burning near Beaudesert and surrounding areas.
At the time of print, there were multiple bushfire warnings current for Kooralbyn, Kerry, Beaudesert, Rathdowney, Tamrookum Creek and Mount Colliery.
Although the fires did not pose a threat to homes, many residents were affected by smoke from these fires burning in the area, including hazard reduction burns.
A Queensland Fire Department spokesperson said the warmer temperatures have resulted in heightened fire danger for some areas.
“Power tools and machinery can spark dangerous fires, so if you are carrying out any work, carry a water supply and firefighting equipment,” he said.
“Due to the heightened fire conditions more than 100 Rural Fire Service Queensland personnel are on standby across South East Queensland to bolster local brigades.”
“Aircraft and heavy machinery are also on standby across southern Queensland.”
Make sure you have a Bushfire Survival Plan and ensure everyone in your house knows what to do.
For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
