General News
13 May, 2025
Planned burn scheduled
A PLANNED burn in the Hann Tableland National Park, Kuranda West Forest Reserve and Kuranda National Park has been scheduled by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) for later this week.
QPWS will conduct a planned burn in these areas between Thursday 15 May and Sunday 18 May, weather permitting. As a result, smoke may be seen in the nearby areas.
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) conducts planned burns around the state to reduce the risk and intensity of bushfires and support a healthy environment.
If visiting Hann Tableland National Park, Kuranda West Forest Reserve and Kuranda National Park observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS Rangers and never enter closed areas.
Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area. These burns aim to mitigate the risk and intensity of bushfires and their potential impacts on communities, infrastructure, parks, and forests.
They are also vital in promoting ecological health, biodiversity, and the conservation of species and habitats.
Planned burns are highly weather-dependent, generally requiring milder conditions and minimal wind.
These same weather conditions can also allow smoke to accumulate and linger until weather conditions change and winds assist in dispersing the smoke.
If smoke affects you, stay indoors, close windows and doors, and keep respiratory medication close by.
Live air quality data, and information on smoke and dust health actions, can be found on the Queensland Government’s website at www.qld.gov.au/environment/management/monitoring/air.
You can stay updated with local QPWS fire activities by visiting www.parks.desi.qld.gov.au/park-alerts.
Public safety is the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities. To find out more visit the www.parks.desi.qld.gov.au/management/programs/fire-management.
