Hazard Reduction Burn at North Lakes Environmental Reserve

Moreton Bay Regional Council will conduct a hazard reduction burn on Wednesday, August 1 at the North Lakes Environmental Reserve near Lacebark Street, weather permitting.

Residents in North Lakes, Deception Bay and surrounding areas may notice smoke during and after the burn.

People should keep away from the burn during and in the days following the event.

Asthmatics and people sensitive to smoke are advised to stay indoors and keep their windows and doors closed.

Motorists in the area should drive to the conditions. Pets and livestock should be secured, if necessary.

Council hazard reduction burn crews work closely with the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services to undertake planned burns.

For more information about council’s planned burns program, visit: www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/plannedburns

Helpful resources are available from the Rural Fire Service website at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au