Campers on Moreton Island have been evacuated and nearby residents told to prepare to leave as a large out-of-control bushfire burns in the island's north. The fire broke out in dense national park land around the Bush Camping Track.
Breakdown
- A fire on Moreton Island is currently the most concerning of 50 burning across Queensland. 5s
- A prepare to leave warning has been issued for the northern half of Moreton Island. 10s
- Dozens of campers have been evacuated from the ocean side to the bay side townships. 20s
- At least 13 fire crews are on the ground, with more teams and aircraft assisting. 43s
- The fire comes during a total fire ban and a busy school holiday period on the island. 1m 0s