Temporary closure of Blackdown Tableland National Park due to bushfire
- Category:
- Park or facility closure
- Applies:
- 12—25 September 2023
- Published:
- 12 September 2023 11:26am
- Updated:
- 20 September 2023 5:18pm
- ID:
- 23271
This alert applies to the following park:
- Blackdown Tableland National ParkCapricorn
There is a bushfire burning within Blackdown Tableland National Park. Crews are attempting to safely contain this fire, however, challenging conditions will require the current National Park temporary closure to be extended until 9am Monday 25 September 2023. Depending on fire behaviour, this temporary closure may be extended. Campers booked during this period will have their bookings cancelled and be contacted by the QPWS bookings team in relation to a credit or refund. The park will be reopened when safe to do so, including completion of hazardous tree inspections and necessary mitigations.
Please observe all signage, barriers and directions from QPWS Rangers and do not enter closed areas. Updates will be provided through updated Park Alerts.
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