Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.

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Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) – bushfire as at 11am Mon 6 Nov

HQ Plantations crews will continue to monitor the bushfire burning near Fraser Road, Beerwah (Sunshine Coast). This fire remains contained and crews will monitor over the coming days. There is no threat to property at this time. Residents in the area are advised to close windows and doors and keep medications close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they should call Triple Zero (000) immediately.



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Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) – bushfire as at 7.20pm Sun 5 Nov

Multiple Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews will remain on scene at a bushfire burning near Fraser Road, Beerwah (Sunshine Coast). This fire is now contained and crews will monitor the fire overnight. There is no threat to property at this time. Residents in the area are advised to close windows and doors and keep medications close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they should contact Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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The bushfire warning for Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) has been cancelled.

STAY INFORMED: Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) bushfire as at 5.15pm Sun 5 Nov

Bushfire warning level: ADVICE

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) advises there is a bushfire in Beerwah (Sunshine Coast).



You need to keep up to date and decide what actions you will take if the situation changes.



Currently as at 5.15pm Sun 5 November the bushfire burning near Fraser Road, Irwin Road and Foley Road has been contained. Firefighters are currently strengthening control lines and smoke is blowing in a south-westerly direction.



People in the area will be affected by smoke, which will reduce visibility and air quality.



Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if you believe you or your property is under threat.



WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• Listen to your local radio station or visit the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for regular updates.

• If you have a bushfire survival plan, refer to it now and be ready to follow it.

• If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, or if your plan is to leave, identify where you will go if the situation changes.

• Close windows and doors to minimise smoke exposure.

• If you suffer from a respiratory condition, keep your medication close by.

• Drive with caution in low visibility conditions.

• Contact your neighbours to see if they need help preparing for the bushfire.

• Consider finding your essential items (e.g., identification documents, prescription medication, food and water, and protective clothing such as a long-sleeved cotton shirt and trousers, and boots) in case you need to leave.

• Consider what you will do to protect your pets and livestock.

• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

• Advise family and friends of your intended actions if the situation changes.



KEEP UP TO DATE BY:

• Following QFES on Facebook (@QldFireandRescueService) and Twitter (@QldFES)

• Staying tuned to your local radio station. Find your local ABC radio station at https://radio.abc.net.au/help/offline and your local commercial radio station at http://www.commercialradio.com.au/find-a-station/queensland;

• Visiting the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map



FURTHER INFORMATION:

• For bushfire preparation tips, visit the RFS website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Safety

• For information about road closures, call 13 19 40 or visit www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au



The next update will be provided when the situation changes.

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PREPARE TO LEAVE: Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) bushfire as at 3.30pm Sun 5 Nov

Bushfire warning level: WATCH AND ACT

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) advises there is a bushfire in Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) and conditions could get worse.



You need to be ready to follow your bushfire survival plan. If you do not have a plan, or intend to leave, you should be ready to leave the area because the situation could get worse quickly.



Currently as at 3.30pm Sunday 5 November, a bushfire is travelling from Irwin Road towards Fraser Road. The fire is likely to impact Fraser Road. Backburning operations are being conducted along Fraser Road. The southern end of the fire near Foley Road has been contained but residents will still be impacted by smoke.



Fire crews are working to contain the fire but firefighters may not be able to protect every property. You should not expect a firefighter at your door.



People in the area will be affected by smoke, which will reduce visibility and air quality.



Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if you believe your property is under threat.



WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• Listen to your local radio station or visit the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for regular updates.

• If you have a bushfire survival plan, finalise it now so you are ready to follow it.

• If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, or if your plan is to leave, identify where you will go if you leave the area.

• Advise family and friends of your plan.

• Close windows and doors to minimise smoke exposure.

• If you suffer from a respiratory condition, keep your medication close by.

• Drive with caution in low visibility conditions.

• Contact your neighbours to see if they need help preparing for the bushfire.

• Pack important documents and essential items (e.g., passports, birth certificates, prescription medication, food and water, and protective clothing) in case you need to leave the area.

• Put on protective clothing (e.g., a long-sleeved cotton shirt, boots with thick soles).

• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

• Bring pets inside; restrain them with a leash, a cage, or inside a secure room; and provide them with plenty of water.

• Take action to protect your livestock.

• Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins, and outdoor furniture away from your house.

• Fill containers such as your bath, sinks, and buckets with water so you have access to drinking water and firefighting water.

• Close windows and doors, sealing the gaps under doors and screens with wet towels to keep smoke out of the house.



KEEP UP TO DATE BY:

• Following QFES on Facebook (@QldFireandRescueService) and Twitter (@QldFES)

• Staying tuned to your local radio station. Find your local ABC radio station at https://radio.abc.net.au/help/offline and your local commercial radio station at http://www.commercialradio.com.au/find-a-station/queensland;

• Visiting the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map



FURTHER INFORMATION:

• For bushfire preparation tips, visit the RFS website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Safety

• For information about road closures, call 13 19 40 or visit www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au



The next update will be provided by 5.30pm or if the situation changes.



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PREPARE TO LEAVE: Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) bushfire as at 1.45pm Sun 5 Nov

Bushfire warning level: WATCH AND ACT

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) advises there is a bushfire in Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) and conditions could get worse.



You need to be ready to follow your bushfire survival plan. If you do not have a plan, or intend to leave, you should be ready to leave the area because the situation could get worse quickly.



Currently as at 1.45pm Sunday 5 November, a bushfire is travelling from Irwin Road towards Foley Road. The fire is likely to impact Foley Road.



Fire crews are working to contain the fire but firefighters may not be able to protect every property. You should not expect a firefighter at your door.



People in the area will be affected by smoke, which will reduce visibility and air quality.



Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if you believe your property is under threat.



WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• Listen to your local radio station or visit the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for regular updates.

• If you have a bushfire survival plan, finalise it now so you are ready to follow it.

• If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, or if your plan is to leave, identify where you will go if you leave the area.

• Advise family and friends of your plan.

• Close windows and doors to minimise smoke exposure.

• If you suffer from a respiratory condition, keep your medication close by.

• Drive with caution in low visibility conditions.

• Contact your neighbours to see if they need help preparing for the bushfire.

• Pack important documents and essential items (e.g., passports, birth certificates, prescription medication, food and water, and protective clothing) in case you need to leave the area.

• Put on protective clothing (e.g., a long-sleeved cotton shirt, boots with thick soles).

• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

• Bring pets inside; restrain them with a leash, a cage, or inside a secure room; and provide them with plenty of water.

• Take action to protect your livestock.

• Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins, and outdoor furniture away from your house.

• Fill containers such as your bath, sinks, and buckets with water so you have access to drinking water and firefighting water.

• Close windows and doors, sealing the gaps under doors and screens with wet towels to keep smoke out of the house.



KEEP UP TO DATE BY:

• Following QFES on Facebook (@QldFireandRescueService) and Twitter (@QldFES)

• Staying tuned to your local radio station. Find your local ABC radio station at https://radio.abc.net.au/help/offline and your local commercial radio station at http://www.commercialradio.com.au/find-a-station/queensland;

• Visiting the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map



FURTHER INFORMATION:

• For bushfire preparation tips, visit the RFS website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Safety

• For information about road closures, call 13 19 40 or visit www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au



The next update will be provided by 3.45pm or if the situation changes.





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STAY INFORMED: Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) bushfire as at 1.10pm Sun 5 Nov

Bushfire warning level: ADVICE

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) advises there is a slow moving bushfire in Beerwah (Sunshine Coast).



You need to keep up to date and decide what actions you will take if the situation changes.



Currently as at 1.10pm Sun 5 November a bushfire is travelling from near Fraser Road and Irwin Road towards Foley Road in a south-westerly direction.



People in the area will be affected by smoke, which will reduce visibility and air quality.



Crews are working to contain the blaze. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if you believe you or your property is under threat.



WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• Listen to your local radio station or visit the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website for regular updates.

• If you have a bushfire survival plan, refer to it now and be ready to follow it.

• If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, or if your plan is to leave, identify where you will go if the situation changes.

• Close windows and doors to minimise smoke exposure.

• If you suffer from a respiratory condition, keep your medication close by.

• Drive with caution in low visibility conditions.

• Contact your neighbours to see if they need help preparing for the bushfire.

• Consider finding your essential items (e.g., identification documents, prescription medication, food and water, and protective clothing such as a long-sleeved cotton shirt and trousers, and boots) in case you need to leave.

• Consider what you will do to protect your pets and livestock.

• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

• Advise family and friends of your intended actions if the situation changes.



KEEP UP TO DATE BY:

• Following QFES on Facebook (@QldFireandRescueService) and Twitter (@QldFES)

• Staying tuned to your local radio station. Find your local ABC radio station at https://radio.abc.net.au/help/offline and your local commercial radio station at http://www.commercialradio.com.au/find-a-station/queensland;

• Visiting the Rural Fire Service (RFS) website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/map



FURTHER INFORMATION:

• For bushfire preparation tips, visit the RFS website: www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au/BushFire_Safety

• For information about road closures, call 13 19 40 or visit www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au



The next update will be provided when the situation changes.



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Beerwah (Sunshine Coast) – vegetation fire as at 12.20pm Sun 5 Nov

Multiple Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are currently in attendance at a vegetation fire burning near Fraser Road and Irwin Road, Beerwah (Sunshine Coast). This fire started earlier today and is posing no threat to property at this time. Crews are working to extinguish the fire and smoke may affect the surrounding area throughout the afternoon. Residents in the area are advised to close windows and doors, and keep any respiratory medication close by. Motorists in the area are advised to drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they should contact Triple Zero (000) immediately.