04/06/2026
💨 See the latest smoke warning from Queensland Fire Department regarding smoke affecting South Stradbroke Island, Russell Island, Macleay Island and surrounding areas.
✅ If you have a respiratory condition it's recommended to close your windows and doors and keep medications nearby in case you experience any discomfort
For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD REDUCTION BURN) - South Stradbroke Island, Russell Island, Macleay Island - fire as at 12:13pm Thursday, 4 June 2026
Warning level: ADVICE
Warning area: South Stradbroke Island, Russell Island, Macleay Island and surrounding areas
Smoke is currently affecting South Stradbroke Island, Russell Island, Macleay Island and surrounding areas. This is from a hazard reduction burn in the Naree Budjong Djara National Park, North Stradbroke Island. This fire is under control.
What you should do:
- Stay inside and close windows and doors.
- Keep respiratory medication close by.
- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.
- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.
- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.
Impacts:
- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.
- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.
- No properties are at risk.
Further Information:
- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.
- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.
- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.
- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.
Updates will be issued if needed.
This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.
