UPDATE: Please be advised the local fire ban currently declared in the Bulloo, Quilpie, Diamantina and Barcoo Local Government Areas has been cancelled. Earlier... Queensland Fire Department (QFD) has ...

If a bushfire is threatening your home or property, it’s too late to think about what you and your family will do. Prepare a bushfire evacuation kit before it's too late. Your bushfire evacuation kit ...

Learn what you can and can't do during a declared local fire ban, when lighting fires in the open air is legally restricted. Gas (butane or propane) and electric barbecues, including gas and spirit ...

You need to be aware of the weather conditions for the duration of the planned fire, not just at the time of lighting. Permit holders should check the weather forecast for the area, including ...

We use many different methods to contain and put out bushfires. It’s a combined effort, with firefighters on the ground putting water on the flames and creating fire breaks using hand tools (rakes and ...

Please be advised that the Fire Ban for South East region cancelled at 2359hrs on Monday 27 October. This includes the Scenic Rim, Somerset, Ipswich, Logan, Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, ...

Please be advised the local fire ban declared Somerset, Lockyer Valley, Ipswich, Logan, Scenic Rim, Brisbane, Noosa, Moreton Bay, Redland, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast Local Government Areas was ...

Queensland Fire Department (QFD) has imposed a local fire ban for residents in parts of North Queensland. The local fire ban will be in place from 0001hrs on Friday 3 October for residents in the ...

An Emergency Alert has been issued by the Scenic Rim Regional Council for people in Warrill View and Harrisville. Scenic Rim Regional Council advises that Warrill Creek at Warrill View and Harrisville ...

Keeping your home safe from fire starts with a few smart habits. Keep curious pets away from open flames and cords, and never leave an open flame unattended. Make sure your home has fire safety ...

Unplug your small kitchen appliances when not in use. Kitchen fires can easily start from faulty electrical connections or appliance malfunctions. Always stay in the kitchen and monitor your ...

The Disaster Management and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 was introduced into the Queensland Parliament on 7 March 2024 by the Honourable Nikki Boyd MP, Minister for Fire and Disaster Recovery ...