September 19, 2026
Dozens of fire crews – supported by water bombers – were fighting large fires around the region on Saturday afternoon.
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UPDATE: At 5:19pm on Saturday the bushfire alert for the South East Nanango bushfire was downgraded to STAY PREPARED
Warning Level: Watch and Act
Warning Area: Between Oaky Creek Road, Old Esk North Road, Hamilton Road and Muir Drive
A dangerous fast moving fire is burning near Old Esk North Road and Oaky Creek Road. It is moving towards Muir Drive and Hamilton Road.
Stay prepared as the fire could get worse quickly.
At 6:30pm, there were 16 fire crews in action at the incident.
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EARLIER:
At 3:10pm on Saturday, a “Prepare To Leave” bushfire alert (see below) was issued for residents in the Oaky Creek Road, Old Esk North Road, Hamilton Road and Muir Drive areas of South-East Nanango.
This follows a “Stay Informed” alert issued earlier at 1:22pm.
At 4:15pm, three water-bombing aircraft were assisting firefighters on the ground.
A Queensland Fire Department spokesperson said the bushfire was burning in challenging and inaccessible terrain.
There were no structures under immediate threat but the fire was moving quickly, which is the reason why the “Prepare To Leave” alert had been issued.
The fire broke out about 12:20pm.
At 4:00pm, 21 fire units were in action.
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Earlier on Saturday afternoon, a shed wall was “charred” during a large grass fire burning near the intersection of Kingaroy-Cooyar Road and Brooklands-Pimpimbudgee Road at Brooklands.
This fire broke out at 12:05pm and at one stage 13 fire units were on the ground, with a waterbomber assisting firefighters.
A “Stay Informed” warning was issued to local residents at 12:42pm and police were called in to divert traffic on Kingaroy-Cooyar Road.
By 3:30pm, the fire had been extinguished but rural fire crews were patrolling the area.
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Fire crews were also working to protect structures on Saturday afternoon at a large grass fire burning on the western side of Spring Creek Road at Harlin.
This fire broke out at noon.
A waterbomber had been called in to assist firefighters on the ground.
At 4:00pm, fire fighters were still in action with 14 crews at the incident.
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PREPARE TO LEAVE – South-East Nanango
Fire as at 3:10pm Saturday, September 19, 2026
Warning Level: Watch and Act
Warning Area: Between Oaky Creek Road, Old Esk North Road, Hamilton Road and Muir Drive
A dangerous fast moving fire is burning near Old Esk North Road and Oaky Creek Road. It is moving towards Muir Drive and Hamilton Road. Prepare to leave as the situation could get worse quickly.
What you should do:
– If you are in danger, call Triple Zero (000) now.
– Check for warning updates often and listen to your local radio station.
– If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close. Smoke can make it hard to breathe.
– Get ready now so you can leave quickly if the fire gets close
– If you have a bushfire survival plan, follow it now.
– Decide on a safe place to go. This may be to family or friends outside the warning area.
– Tell others where you will go.
– Plan how you will leave. Some roads may not be safe.
– If you are not prepared or find it hard to move quickly, your safest option is to leave early.
– Pack a bag with device chargers, clothes, important documents, medicine, lots of drinking water, cash and other important items.
– Be ready to take your pets, their food and supplies.
– Wear protective clothing that covers your skin.
– Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.
Impacts:
– The fire is likely to impact the community in the coming hours.
– Roads may be impacted by smoke. Smoke can make it hard to see when driving.
– Power, water, phone, and internet services may be impacted as the fire gets closer.
What firefighters are doing:
– Firefighters are working to control the fire.
– Aircraft are helping ground crews.
More Information:
– For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website.
– Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook.
– For road closures, visit the Qld Traffic website or call 13-19-40.
– For power information, go to the Ergon website.
– For local information, visit the South Burnett Regional Council’s Disaster Dashboard.
– If you need translation, call TIS National on 131-450.
– Natural disasters can affect your mental health. If you need help contact: Lifeline 13-11-14, Beyond Blue 1300-224-636 or Kids Helpline 1800-551-800.
Next update by 5:10pm or sooner if the situation changes.
This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.
