Hazard reduction burn - Kingaroy Aerodrome

at the Kingaroy Aerodrome on Saturday 14 August 2021 from 8am to 6pm.

Smoke may affect the Taabinga Village Estate and the Southern side of Kingaroy during this time.

Residents and businesses around the burn area are reminded to take the following precautions:

• Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes
• Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns
• Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
• Remove washing from clothes lines
• Ensure pets have a protected area
• Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on
• Sightseers must keep away from the burn zone for their own safety

If you have asthma or other breathing difficulties, reduce outdoor activities. If shortness of breath or coughing develops, take advised medical precautions or seek medical advice.

These operations are carried out by qualified and experienced operators.

For further information contact Council’s Natural Resources Coordinator on 1300 789 279, 4189 9100 or email info@sbrc.qld.gov.au.