The
CLERMONT RAG Community Newsletter Friday October 2, 2015
Residents urged to be vigilant with heightened fire With a number of recent spot fires across Central
on alert and report any vegetation fires to Triple Zero (000)
Queensland, Isaac Regional Council is asking residents to be
immediately.
extra vigilant. “Remember to never throw cigarette butts out of the car “We are asking residents to prepare and be alert,” said Mayor
window and always be careful when operating machinery in
Anne Baker, Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group.
grassed areas,” said Mayor Baker.
“As warm temperatures combined with low humidity and
Council is advising that now is a good time to finalise fire
increased winds create dangerous fire conditions it is very
safety preparations and visit the RFSQ website to download a
important not to become complacent,” she said.
bushfire survival plan if you have not done so already.
Under these conditions unattended or mismanaged fires may
Further information on bushfire preparation can be found at
create sparks and cause fires to spread quickly, so please be
www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au.