Local fire ban underway

Fire authorities have imposed a local fire ban for Logan City and the Scenic Rim which is expected to stay in effect until atleast Thursday.

 

With temperatures expected to exceed 40 degrees in some inland regions, such as Jimboomba and Beaudesert in the coming days,  Queensland fire and Emergency Services says conditions are perfect for bushfires to ignite and spread quickly.

 

There’ll be no relief until Thursday at the earliest with a chance of rain and temperatures dropping to about 30 degrees.

Until then, all open fires are prohibited and all fire permits have been cancelled.  You’re advised to check on your neighbours and the elderly,  while the RSPCA is reminding pet owners about the need to ensure pets are well looked after during this heatwave.