Seventeen Mile fire, QLD — live map & updates

A fire is burning near Seventeen Mile Road.

Stay prepared as the danger from this fire will continue for days. The fire 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.
• Stay prepared 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. You may need to drive a different way.
  • 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.
  • Wear protective clothing that covers your skin.
• Do not fly drones around the fire as they affect firefighting.

Impacts

• 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.
• Aircraft are helping ground crews.

Support and recovery help

• 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.

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.
• Learn how to get ready for a bushfire on the Qld Fire website - Prepare - Bushfire.

This fire is expected to keep burning for days. Updates will be issued if the situation changes.

This warning is from the Queensland Fire Department.