The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is assisting Council with excess debris that has built up over successive weather events at Shoalhaven Heads.
Branches and wooden logs have accumulated along the main foreshore, boat ramp and Carters Corner riverbank, causing access issues for the local community.
Mayor Patricia White said the RFS would carefully plan and closely monitor the burn to ensure it stayed within the planned boundary.
"The build-up of debris along the foreshore has become a hazard and we're grateful to the RFS for helping us with a solution to this issue," Cr White said.
"With tonnes of wood having washed up in the area, a controlled burn is the logical solution to making this area more accessible for locals," she said.
"While the RFS always aim to minimise smoke impact, locals should expect to see and smell some smoke on the day and prepare by closing windows and doors."
Controlled burn on Monday 18 August
The RFS will conduct the burn at several pile sites along River Road Reserve and Carters Corner Jetty, including the car park adjacent to the boat ramp from 7am on Monday 18 August. It is possible burns may continue on Tuesday 19 August if not complete.
The car park will be closed during the burn and the area will be remediated following the works. The RFS will remain on site for the duration to ensure the burn stays within the planned boundaries.
With specialised equipment in operation, the area will be cordoned off and the community is reminded that access to the burn site is not permitted. In advance of the burn, no material is to be added to the burn piles, as this may prevent the burns from proceeding.
Before and during the burn, the RFS will closely monitor weather conditions to ensure it can be conducted safely. Council will let the community know if it needs to be postponed due to the weather.
