Kynuna fire, QLD — live map & updates

A dangerous fast moving fire is burning near Four Mile Creek. It is moving towards Kynuna.

Prepare to leave as the situation could get worse quickly.

What you should do

• If you are in danger, call Triple Zero (000) now.
• Check for warning updates often and listen to your local radio station.
• If you need medication to help you breathe keep it close. Smoke can make it hard to breathe.
• Get ready now so you can leave quickly if the fire gets close:
  • If you have a bushfire survival plan, follow it now.
  • Decide on a safe place to go. This may be to family or friends outside the warning area.
  • Tell others where you will go.
  • Plan how you will leave. Some roads may not be safe.
  • If you are not prepared or find it hard to move quickly, your safest option is to leave early.
  • Pack a bag with device chargers, clothes, important documents, medicine, lots of drinking water, cash and other important items.
  • Be ready to take your pets, their food and supplies.
• Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts

• The fire could impact the community in the coming hours.
• Roads may be impacted by smoke. Smoke can make it hard to see when driving.
• Power, water, phone, and internet services may be impacted as the fire gets closer.

What firefighters are doing

• Firefighters are working to control the fire.
• Heavy machinery are helping ground crews.

More information

• For all fire warnings, visit the Qld Fire website.
• Follow Queensland Fire Department on Facebook.
• For road closures, visit the QLD Traffic website or call 13 19 40.
• For local information visit your Council’s Local Disaster Dashboard.
• If you need translation, call TIS National on 131 450.
• Natural disasters can affect your mental health. If you need help contact:
  • Lifeline website or call 13 11 14.
  • Beyond Blue website or call 1300 224 636.
  • Kids Helpline website or call 1800 551 800.

Next update by 12:24 am or sooner if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.

There is a vegetation fire at this location. Smoke may affect residents and motorists in the area. Residents should close their doors and windows and keep medication close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should use caution and drive to conditions. If you believe your property is under threat, you should call Triple Zero (000) immediately.