Woodgate residents near Burrum Heads urged to be cautious as fires burn

People in the vicinity of Woodgate near Burrum Heads are being warned to be cautious as bushfires cause smoke in the area.

A file photo shows smoke from a former bushfire at Woodgate.

Locals and visitors are being urged to avoid smoke at Woodgate bear Burrum Heads.

The warning was issued at 2.34pm Sunday.

Currently, the warning level is at “advice”with smoke is affecting Woodgate.

What you should do:

- Follow health guidance and monitor live air quality information by using the links below.

- Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area.

- Stay indoors, and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- If you have a bushfire survival plan, refer to it now.

Impacts:

- There is no direct fire threat to property at this time.

- Reduced air quality may cause health impacts for some people.

- Smoke may reduce visibility and affect driving conditions.

- Roads may be closed.

Further information:

- Further updates will be provided if required.

- Click here for current QFES incidents and warnings.

- Click here for bushfire preparation tips.

- Follow QFES on Facebook and Twitter.

- Click here for road closure information or call 13 19 40.

- Click here for health advice and air quality information.

Location data:

- QFES Regions: 4 North Coast Region

- Councils: Bundaberg Regional Council, Fraser Coast Regional Council

- Suburbs: Kinkuna (4670), Woodgate (4660), Burrum Heads (4659), Coral Sea (Bundaberg Regional Council) (4670)