Hazard reduction burn in Nattai National Park
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will conduct a three-day hazard reduction burn in Nattai National Park beginning Friday 11 August 2023, weather permitting.
The planned burn will treat approximately 100 hectares in the Wombeyan Caves Road – Bullio Tunnel area.
The burn will reduce naturally accumulated fuel loads, protect powerlines and other infrastructure including the nearby rural residential areas of Bullio, Wanganderry and Wombeyan Caves Rd.
NPWS crews will be assisted by the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Mop up and patrol is expected to continue for 2 days after the burn.
A small section of Nattai National Park will be closed during the burning operation. Visitors should check NPWS Alerts for up-to-date information on closures.
Smoke may be visible along Wombeyan Caves Rd, Woodlands, the Bullio Valley and at Mittagong. Motorists are advised to use caution and drive to conditions.
Anyone vulnerable to smoke is encouraged to remain indoors and keep doors and windows closed to reduce any possible exposure.
People with health conditions can sign up to receive air quality reports, forecasts and alerts via email or SMS from the Department of Planning and Environment.
This burn is one of many hazard reduction operations undertaken by NPWS across NSW, many with assistance from the Rural Fire Service and Fire and Rescue NSW.
Hazard reduction burns are essential to reduce bushfire loads to help protect parks, neighbours and communities from bushfires.
More information on hazard reduction activities can be found on the NSW Rural Fire Service website and the Hazards Near Me app and website.
For health information relating to smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning visit the NSW Health website or Asthma Australia.
