North Stradbroke Island near Amity Point - bushfire

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are on scene at a bushfire burning in an inaccessible swamp area west of Peat Mine Track, approximately four kilometres north of East Coast Road, North Stradbroke Island. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and QFES crews are working to contain the fire, which is posing no threat to property at this time. Nearby areas may be affected by a smoke haze. If affected, residents are asked to close windows and doors, and keep medications close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions. If residents are concerned their property is under threat they are advised to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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