Qld bushfire caused by permitted burn jumping containment lines, authorities say
Residents of six rural properties are returning to their homes after evacuating overnight while firefighters worked to control a bushfire south-west of Stanthorpe.
Emergency crews are monitoring a bushfire in Queensland's Southern Downs, which has prompted the evacuation of six households near Nundubbermere, south-west of Stanthorpe. Authorities believe the blaze may have originated from a permitted burn that went out of control several weeks ago. Rural Fire Service Queensland Chief Superintendent Shaun Toohey stated that the property owner has been assisting firefighters in containing the fire.
The drought-stricken region is anticipating a challenging bushfire season, and residents are urged to exercise caution. Nundubbermere resident Cenedra Rogers expressed her gratitude for the efforts of emergency services and maintained her decision to stay put, trusting the firefighters to manage the situation.
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