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September 22, 2017<\/strong><\/p>\n

Firefighters are urging Queenslanders to be prepared and alert as the fire danger rises to extreme in parts of the State this weekend.<\/p>\n

The warning comes in the wake of a dry and warm winter, bringing September fire conditions that haven\u2019t been seen in more than a decade.<\/p>\n

QFES spokesman Tony Johnstone said extreme conditions were expected around Charleville, and out to Mitchell but firefighters would also be keeping a close eye on areas from Crows Nest down to the border at Stanthorpe, and out to Dalby.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s important for residents to remain vigilant with heightened fire conditions predicted in the coming days,\u201d Mr Johnstone said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis weekend is not a good time to be lighting open fires, including campfires, and using machinery or tools which could spark a bushfire. <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cOne spark from power tools, farm machinery or a cigarette butt could be enough to start a massive bushfire.<\/p>\n

\u201cAny fire that starts will travel quickly, will be unpredictable and very difficult to control.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mr Johnstone said isolated storms were expected in parts of the south-west on Friday afternoon.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese storms are not predicted to bring much rain with them, but they may produce dry lightning which could spark bushfires,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have extra resources on standby for the weekend, however firefighters rely on residents to report fire emergencies and to alert the fire service by dialling Triple Zero.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe sooner you call, the sooner we can respond.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s also important for residents to have as much information as possible about a bushfire incident when calling Triple Zero, such as the exact location and distances from landmarks.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mr Johnstone urged residents to ensure their family was prepared if a bushfire threatened their property.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIt is essential for everyone to have a Bushfire Survival Plan to detail exactly how to prepare and what action to take if threatened by a bushfire,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe plan must be in writing, practiced regularly and take into consideration the ages and physical capabilities of everyone in the household, including children and the elderly.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce a Bushfire Survival Plan is in place it is important for people to know what action to take when a bushfire approaches.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis includes monitoring local radio and television for updates, locating bushfire kits, putting on protective clothing, drinking plenty of water and moving all loose furniture inside and cars into secure undercover locations where possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

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