🔥 You Might See Smoke Next Week

Residents of Bribie Island and surrounds may see smoke from planned burns again next week (1-8 June 2026), with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) advising that forecast weather conditions are currently looking favourable for the next phase of its burn program.

While the forecast is looking suitable, as with all planned burns, operations remain weather-dependent and may be postponed or adjusted if conditions change.

Plan ahead and prepare for smoke

Now is a good time for residents to prepare for possible smoke impacts. Closing windows and doors before you leave the house (or if you’re at home, as soon as smoke is evident) will help reduce impacts. Setting your air conditioner to “recirculate” instead of “fresh” is recommended by authorities.

For the more vulnerable in the community – particularly those with asthma, respiratory conditions or heart disease, Queensland Health recommends avoiding strenuous outdoor activity and ensuring medications are readily available. Those with existing health conditions should follow their health management plans and seek medical advice if they have concerns.

Smoke can also reduce visibility on roads, so motorists are reminded to drive to conditions, and be aware that wildlife is often more likely to be on the move during this period, so please take extra care.

Fire is part of Bribie's natural story

Planned burns are an important tool for both conservation and community safety.

They help reduce fuel loads ahead of the bushfire season, recycle nutrients, stimulate the regeneration of many native plant species and maintain habitat diversity for wildlife.

Importantly, only selected portions of the landscape are burnt at any one time, creating a patchwork of burnt and unburnt areas that supports biodiversity while also improving bushfire resilience.

Some Handy References If you'd like to learn more, here are a few handy references that can help in preparation: BIEPA News Story about the 2026 Planned Burn Season

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