Warning level: WATCH AND ACT
Warning area: Properties on Roiko Road, Bryde Road, Paglietta Road and Chewko Road, Chewko
There are multiple fast-moving fires in Chewko.
Conditions could get worse quickly.
Firefighters are working to extinguish the fire, however you should not expect a firefighter at your door. Firefighting aircraft may assist ground crews.
What you should do:
– If you have a bushfire survival plan, refer to it now.
– Decide where you and other members of your home (including pets) will go if you need to leave. Plan how you will get there and advise family and friends of your plans.
– Avoid driving on Chewko Road, Chewko.
– Pack essential items such as important documents, food and water, medications, and protective clothing.
– Stay hydrated.
– Avoid smoke – stay indoors, close windows and doors, and avoid driving through smoke where possible.
– Move flammable items away from your house.
– Fill containers with water for drinking and firefighting.
– Help others prepare for the fire.
– Be aware of firefighters working in the area.
– Stay informed:
– Follow QFES on Facebook and Twitter.
– Listen to your local radio station
– Check the QFES current bushfires dashboard regularly
– If your life or property is threatened, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Impacts:
– Some properties are currently under threat.
– The fire is likely to impact the community in the coming hours.
– Reduced air quality may cause health impacts for some people.
– Smoke may reduce visibility and affect driving conditions.
– Embers may impact properties. Try to extinguish embers quickly.
– Roads may be closed.
Further Information:
– Next update by 5:30pm or sooner if the situation changes.
– Click here for current QFES incidents and warnings.
– Click here for bushfire preparation tips.
– Follow QFES on Facebook and Twitter.
– Click here for road closure information or call 13 19 40.
– Click here for health advice and air quality information.
Location Data:
– QFES Regions: 7 Far Northern Region
– Councils: Mareeba Shire Council
– Suburbs: Chewko (4880), Mareeba (4880), Paddys Green (4880)
