13/04/2026
Good morning Woodgate! QPWS has issued a smoke alert for a planned burn at Camp Gregory over the next couple of days.
TL/DR: If smoke affects you:
o stay indoors and close windows and doors; and
o keep respiratory medication close by.
The full message from QPWS follows:
Smoke Alert
Planned burn in Burrum Coast National Park
14/04/2026
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) conducts planned burns on parks and
forests to support a healthy environment and reduce the risk and intensity of bushfires.
QPWS will conduct a planned burn in Burrum Coast National Park between 14/04/2026 and
16/04/2026, weather permitting.
As a result of the planned burn, smoke may be seen in nearby areas including Woodgate, and Buxton, Heidkis and Darville Roads may be affected.
If visiting Burrum Coast National Park, observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS Rangers and never enter closed areas.
Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area.
Planned burns are vital in promoting ecological health, biodiversity, and the conservation of species and habitats.
They also aim to mitigate the risk and intensity of bushfires and their potential impacts on communities, infrastructure, parks, and forests.
Planned burns are highly weather-dependent, generally requiring milder conditions and minimal wind.
These same weather conditions can also allow smoke to accumulate and linger until weather conditions change and winds assist in dispersing the smoke.
If smoke affects you:
o stay indoors and close windows and doors; and
o keep respiratory medication close by.
Public safety is the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities. To find out
more visit the Fire management webpage.
