October 22, 2015
Rural firefighters are urging Queensland residents from Cape York to the Granite Belt to prepare and be vigilant with heightened fire conditions predicted for Thursday and Friday.
RFSQ Assistant Commissioner Tom Dawson said fire crews were prepared for the conditions and urged residents to do the same.
“With very high fire danger in Queensland’s Far North, North West, Central Highlands, Wide Bay-Burnett, Darling Downs, Maranoa and the Granite Belt districts, we’re asking residents to take extra care, be alert and help to prevent bushfires,” Mr Dawson said.
“Under these conditions, high temperatures combined with high wind speeds create an environment where fires may develop quickly, spread rapidly and become more intense.
“Across south-west Queensland there is also a concern of dry lightning starting fires.”
Mr Dawson said with fire activity increasing across the State it was crucial for residents to prepare their homes and properties.
“If they haven’t already, I urge residents to finalise their preparations and visit the RFSQ website to download a bushfire survival plan, so that no one is caught off guard,” he said.
“It is also important for residents to familiarise themselves with the different types of bushfire warnings and decide what actions they would take if needed.
“Bushfire warnings are issued through media and social media channels to provide details to residents on what steps they need to take to survive the bushfire.”
“Remember if you see a bushfire, ensure you report it immediately by calling Triple Zero,” Mr Dawson said.
