NPWS completes more hazard reduction burning in Bundjalung National Park

Media release: 14 August 2014

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has completed further hazard reduction burning in Bundjalung National Park near Woombah yesterday, 13^th August.

NPWS Clarence Area North Manager John Fisher said the burn was part of an ongoing fire management strategy for Bundjalung National Park which aims to reduce the severity and impact of unplanned bush fires.

“The latest burn took place north-west of Woombah township, approximately 1.2km North of Iluka Road along West side of Fat Duck Lane, South of Washed Out Trail and East of Mororo Trail,” Mr Fisher said.

 “Crews are continuing to mop up today, and some smoke may affect the area and drivers are reminded to take care and drive to conditions.

“People with asthma or susceptible to respiratory problems are advised to keep clear of the area or stay indoors”, he said

This hazard reduction burn is third burn in the area in the past few weeks and is part of the NSW Government’s $62.5 million package to boost bushfire preparedness and double hazard reduction in the State’s national parks.

With the assistance of the Enhanced Bushfire Management Program, NPWS plans to burn an average of over 135,000 hectares per year, through more than 800 individual hazard reduction activities.

For more information on planned hazard reduction burns, visit the Rural Fire Service website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au .

 

Images of the latest burn here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/9107737@N07/sets/72157646411378452/

Contact: Lawrence Orel