August 13, 2021
Kingaroy residents shouldn’t be worried if they see a lot of smoke coming from the direction of the Kingaroy Airport on Saturday morning (August 14).
A large hazard reduction burn will be lit between 9:30am and 10:00am.
About 18 fire trucks – both urban and rural – will be in attendance.
Kingaroy Fire Station Officer Bruce Groer said the hazard reduction burn would also be used as a pre-fire season training exercise.
A South Burnett Regional Council spokesperson said smoke may affect Taabinga Village and the southern side of Kingaroy during this time.
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From Council:
Residents and businesses around the burn area are advised to take the following precautions:
- Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes
- Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns
- Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
- Remove washing from clothes lines
- Ensure pets have a protected area
- Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on
- Sightseers must keep away from the burn zone for their own safety
If you have asthma or other breathing difficulties, reduce outdoor activities.
If shortness of breath or coughing develops, seek medical advice.
