Conditions are forecast to worsen again by Thursday and there is a possibility of a high or extreme fire danger rating being announced.
"A lot of these fires we're seeing at the moment are wind-driven fires," he said.
Despite 170,000 hectares of hazard reduction burns taking place across Queensland, the weather during winter did hamper some efforts.Difficult conditions are forecast for Thursday and fire services want to ensure the Beerwah fire is contained before then. People across Queensland, especially those in bushfire-prone areas, are urged to keep up to date with alerts and have a plan to leave early if necessary.
It comes as New South Wales is experiencing one of its hottest September days on record and swathes of the state'sDespite total fire bans for Greater Sydney and the Far South Coast today, 61 fires were already burning around NSW by 9am, according to the NSW Rural Fire Service.Continue reading
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Warnings in place for three separate fast-moving fires burning in QueenslandResidents near Townsville have been told to prepare to leave with fast-moving fires expected to impact properties, as Emerald and Sunshine Coast regions battle separate blazes.
Read more »
Man killed after horror Queensland crashThe 25-year-old died after succumbing to life-threatening injuries following a three-vehicle traffic crash,
Read more »
Queensland residents given all-clear to return home following dangerous bushfiresResidents north of Brisbane have been given the ‘all-clear’ to return home after being told to evacuate due to separate bushfires. Firefighters have been able to get the upper hand on blazes near Emerald and Beerwah overnight - downgrading the level threat to a 'Watch and Act'. Locals near Townsville were also ordered to evacuate late yesterday afternoon after fires came dangerously close to properties. Authorities are pleading with residents to stay up to date with the latest advice. Residents can keep up to date with the latest warnings on the Queensland Fire and Emergency Service and Rural Fire Service websites.
Read more »
After a fiery weekend in Queensland, bushfire warnings are set to intensify this weekQueensland authorities are bracing for dangerous fire conditions, with seven districts facing the likelihood of high fire danger by the end of this week. Four fires blazed across the state yesterday, damaging properties and causing some residents to flee from their homes.
Read more »
BHP reshuffles Queensland leadership, brings in NSW coal bossHis predecessor at the mining giant’s challenged division. Mauro Neves, left the company to conduct a pilgrimage. Adam Lancey will take over on November 1.
Read more »
Whitehaven confirms interest in two massive Queensland coal minesThe company said it was “participating in the sale process” for the coking coal operations after a major investor accused it of keeping the market in the dark.
Read more »