A smoke alert has been issued for Oyala Thumotang National Park ahead of a planned burn on 26 May. Photo: Cape York Weekly.
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has issued a smoke alert ahead of conducting planned burns in Oyala Thumotang National Park from 26 May.
QPWS said the planned burn would be carried out in Oyala Thumotang National Park, between Coen and Archer River, from Monday, weather permitting.
As a result of the planned burn, smoke may be seen in nearby areas.
Visitors to Oyala Thumotang National Park are asked to observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS rangers during the planned burn, and reminded to never enter closed areas.
A QPWS spokesperson said the exact timing of the burn would depend on local weather conditions.
“Planned burns are highly weather dependent, and generally require milder conditions and minimal wind,” they said.
“These same weather conditions can also allow smoke to accumulate and linger until weather conditions change and winds assist in dispersing the smoke.”
Members of the public can stay up to date on the planned burn by using the Park Alerts feature on the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation website.
