What’s Happening?
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is carrying out a planned burn in the Mount Edwards section of Moogerah Peaks National Park.
The burn is scheduled between Tuesday, 2 June 2026 and Friday, 5 June 2026, weather permitting.
Smoke may be seen across nearby Scenic Rim areas. These include Moogerah, Mount Alfred, Croftby, Aratula, Kalbar and the Cunningham Highway.
Visitors to Moogerah Peaks National Park are being told to follow all signs, barriers and ranger directions.
QPWS has also warned people not to enter closed areas during the planned burn.
Motorists should avoid driving through smoke where possible. They should also be aware of firefighters working nearby.
Why It Matters
Planned burns are used to support a healthier natural environment and reduce bushfire risk.
QPWS says the burns help promote ecological health, biodiversity and conservation of species and habitats.
They also aim to reduce the risk and intensity of bushfires.
That matters for nearby communities, infrastructure, parks and forests across the Scenic Rim.
By The Numbers
- Two health steps are recommended if smoke affects you: stay indoors with windows and doors closed, and keep respiratory medication close.
- Three official update points can help locals stay informed, including the QPWS Fire Management webpage, Park Alerts and Qld Park Alerts on X.
- One live air quality source is available through the Queensland Government website, with smoke and dust health advice also provided there.
Local Impact
Smoke may affect homes, roads and visitors around the Scenic Rim during the planned burn period.
People sensitive to smoke should stay indoors and close windows and doors if smoke affects them.
Anyone with respiratory medication should keep it close by.
Drivers using the Cunningham Highway should take extra care if the smoke reduces visibility.
Public safety remains the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities.
Zoom In
The burn will take place in the Mount Edwards section of Moogerah Peaks National Park.
QPWS conducts these burns on parks and forests under suitable conditions.
Planned burns are highly weather-dependent. They usually need milder weather and minimal wind.
However, those same conditions can allow smoke to gather and linger.
Smoke may remain in the area until winds change and help clear it.
Zoom Out
Planned burns are part of broader fire management work across Queensland’s parks and forests.
They help reduce fuel loads before higher-risk bushfire conditions arrive.
They also support the long-term protection of habitats, native species and nearby communities.
QPWS encourages the public to use official updates before visiting affected parks.
Live air quality data and smoke health advice are available through the Queensland Government website.
Local QPWS fire activity updates are also available through Park Alerts and Qld Park Alerts on X.
What To Look For Next?
The burn will continue through to Friday 5 June 2026 if weather conditions remain suitable.
Smoke conditions may change during the week, depending on wind and local weather.
Residents, visitors and motorists should check official park and air quality updates before travelling near Moogerah Peaks National Park.
