Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation (BAC) rangers will conduct a prescribed burn in the area around Kingfisher Bay Resort and Village between 25 and 30 June 2024 as part of the annual hazard reduction/conservation management program for parks and forests.

These burns are being undertaken to help protect life and property in the event of a wildfire.

Smoke may be seen in the vicinity of Kingfisher Bay Resort and Village, the Kingfisher barge landing, Wanggoolba, Ungowa and Bennett Roads. Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation. Smoke can decrease visibility on the roads, so it is important that motorists drive safely to the conditions.

Persons with respiratory or other health problems should seek medical advice on mitigating the effects of smoke inhalation.

Your safety is our concern, but your responsibility.

Please monitor park alerts on the department's website for updated information.

Please observe all signage, barriers and directions from rangers and do not enter closed areas.

Stay up-to-date with Current bushfire warnings and incidents from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES).