Smoke alert remains for Nerang burn
Smoke from the Nerang National Park hazard reduction burn is expected to continue until Friday as closures stay in place.
What’s happening?
A planned burn is continuing at Nerang National Park on Yarrayne Road, Nerang.
The burn began on Wednesday morning, 22 April 2026, weather permitting, on behalf of the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships are carrying out the work, with smoke hazard signs to remain active until Friday, 24 April 2026. Heavy smoke is continuing to affect parts of the area as the burn moves through its planned window.
Why it matters?
The burn is part of hazard reduction work aimed at lowering bushfire risk in and around the park. At the same time, smoke from the operation may affect visibility and air quality for nearby residents.
People with respiratory or other health concerns are being urged to seek medical advice on reducing the effects of smoke inhalation.
Local Impact
Residents in nearby suburbs may continue to see or smell smoke while the burn remains active. The site and surrounding area will stay closed until conditions are considered safe.
Commercial tour operators, permit holders and other agreement holders are not allowed to enter closed areas. People are also being urged to follow all safety directions in and around the park.
By the numbers
The planned burn started on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, with smoke hazard signs expected to remain in place until Friday, 24 April 2026.
The burn site is listed as Lot 224 NPW804 at Nerang National Park, Yarrayne Road, Nerang, QLD 4221.
External stakeholders, nearby vulnerable facilities and adjacent residents were notified before the operation began.
Zoom In
Smoke remains the main issue as the burn continues. ]
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service has advised, “If visiting Nerang National Park, observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS Rangers and never enter closed areas.”
Once conditions improve, the area will reopen, and regular access will return.
Zoom Out
This burn is part of broader planned fire management used to reduce fuel loads before drier conditions settle in. Operations like this are weather-dependent and can change quickly depending on wind and local conditions.
What To Look For Next?
Smoke may continue in the short term, but conditions are expected to improve once the burn is complete and weather shifts help clear the air.
Facilities will reopen when the area is considered safe.
