QFES buckles down as Queensland heats up

Wednesday, 2 December 2020 6:00 AM Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is marshalling its suite of firefighting resources as the state grapples with a stretch of heightened fire conditions.

QFES Commissioner Greg Leach said firefighters were prepared to deal with the likelihood of increased fire activity affecting most of Queensland this week. Read More >>
Local fire ban extended for Whitsunday residents

Monday, 30 November 2020 4:30 PM
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) has extended a local fire ban for Whitsunday local government area residents.

The local fire ban will be extended until 11.59pm Monday 14 December.
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Preparations vital as Queensland enters natural disaster season

Thursday, 29 October 2020 1:15 PM
Queenslanders are being urged to prepare now as the state heads into the peak of its natural disaster season.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Commissioner Greg Leach said it was essential all households took the time now to ensure they were equipped to withstand severe weather events and emergencies.
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Rockside (south west of Laidley) – grass fire as at 10.50am 21 Oct

Wednesday, 21 October 2020 10:50 AM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
Palmview (Sunshine Coast) – grass fire as at 9.25 Tue 20 Oct

Tuesday, 20 October 2020 9:25 AM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
Colosseum (Miriam Vale) – grass fire as at 3.50pm Tue 29 Sept

Tuesday, 29 September 2020 3:50 PM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
Yerra (south west of Maryborough) – vegetation fire as at 2.30pm Mon 28 Sept

Monday, 28 September 2020 2:30 PM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
The Burning Question: the story of bushfire hazard mitigation in Queensland

Friday, 19 June 2020 7:41 AM
The science, challenges and changing world of bushfire hazard mitigation in Queensland is explained by the experts in a new documentary produced by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES).
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Building owners busted for illegal and unsafe budget accommodation

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 4:20 PM The owners of an illegal and unsafe budget accommodation building in Caboolture have been hit with more than $56,000 in fines following a successful prosecution by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES). Read More >>
Beelbi Creek (west of Hervey Bay) – bushfire as at 9am Tues 12 May

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 9:00 AM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
Residents urged to use time at home to prepare for 2020 bushfire season

Tuesday, 14 April 2020 9:01 AM Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is asking residents to get a head start on this year’s bushfire season by using time at home to prepare their properties. Read More >>
CANCELLED Emergency Alert for Dalby as at 12.20am Tues 11 Feb

Tuesday, 11 February 2020 12:20 AM The Emergency Alert for Dalby has been CANCELLED. Read More >>
Update: Local fire bans cancelled for Bundaberg, North Burnett, Cherbourg, South Burnett, Fraser Coast and Gympie Local Government Areas

Monday, 20 January 2020 11:15 AM UPDATE: Please be advised the local fire ban currently declared in the Bundaberg, North Burnett, Cherbourg, South Burnett, Fraser Coast and Gympie Local Government Areas is cancelled from 12pm today (Monday. 20 January). Read More >>
Mount Charlton (north-west of Mackay) – grass fire as at 3.05pm Thurs 2 Jan

Thursday, 2 January 2020 3:05 PM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.** Read More >>
Eton Range (near the Stoney Creek) – grass fire as at 3.00pm Thurs 1 Dec

Thursday, 2 January 2020 3:00 PM **Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.**

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Drone footage after severe weather impacted south-east Queensland

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) personnel assisted with clean-up operations and damage assessments after severe weather impacted parts of south-east Queensland on Saturday, 31 October 2020. Footage is of operations near Admiral Crescent and Jezabel Drive in Ipswich. Saturday, 31 October 2020.

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