An ecological burn will be conducted at Jerrabomberra Wetlands today, subject to suitable weather and fuel moisture conditions.
The ecological burn at Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve is being conducted to decrease weeds and encourage growth of native grass and plants.
See the location map of the burn sites.
Experienced ACT Parks and Conservation fire managers will conduct and oversee the burning operation. Every effort is made to conduct burns in weather conditions that will minimise the impact of smoke, but temporary smoke cover is possible and may be visible across parts of Canberra.
A buffer zone will be created around the perimeter of the ecological burn to manage it to its conclusion.
Some minor smoke and glowing embers may be seen at this site, which is normal for these types of operations. The public are asked not to call emergency triple-zero unless they see any unattended fire.
Prescribed burns are an important part of the ACT’s annual Bushfire Operations Plan to reduce the risk of bushfires and help keep Canberrans safe.
