September 30, 2016
The Rural Fire Service is urging residents and travellers in the Wide Bay and Burnett areas to be vigilant with heightened fire conditions predicted for Friday and Saturday.
RFS North Coast Regional Manager Peter Hollier said firefighters were well prepared for potential vegetation fires over the coming days.
“We’re expecting very high fire danger for the Wide Bay and Burnett areas despite recent rainfall,” Mr Hollier said.
“There have been a number of fires over the last week, and they can spread quickly during the current conditions.
“We’re asking residents and travellers to be alert, watch for signs of a bushfire and stay up-to-date with current alerts and warnings.”
Mr Hollier urged landholders not to use machinery that could spark a fire and to postpone any planned burns on their property.
“Landholders who are preparing to conduct a burn should always ensure their fire has been properly extinguished and is contained,” he said.
“Ensure your permit is up to date and if you’re questioning your plan to light please give your local fire warden a call.”
Mr Hollier said residents should also finalise any outstanding bushfire preparations around their properties.
“If residents haven’t already, I urge them to visit the Rural Fire Service website to download a Bushfire Survival Plan so that no one is caught off guard,” he said.
“Also make sure you’re tuning into warnings by regularly listening to your local radio station and logging on to our website“
