Hazard reduction advisory – North Head, Sydney
Published: 20 Mar 2025 07:00am
Fire and Rescue NSW will be undertaking a hazard reduction burn on North Head located near Manly on Sydney’s Northern Beaches today.
Smoke from the planned hazard reduction burn may settle in and around the Manly area today and will be visible from a long distance away.
This is an important prescribed burn which will reduce the risk to people and properties from future bush fires.
If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities if smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice.
Asthma sufferers need to follow their Asthma Action Plan and take their relieving medication where necessary. If symptoms get worse, seek medical advice. Further advice is available from the Asthma Foundation website https://asthma.org.au [external link]
Here are some tips to stay safe during hazard reduction burning:
- Monitor the NSW Rural Fire Service hazard reduction page for information about planned burns and smoke advisories in your area.
- Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke from entering your home.
- Remove washing from clotheslines.
- Ensure pets have a protected area.
- If you’re driving through a smoky area, slow down, keep your windows up and turn your headlights on.
- Don’t call Triple Zero just to report that it’s smoky. Save Triple Zero for emergencies.
Important links
- NSW Health - Bush fire smoke and health - https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/bushfire/Pages/bushfire-protection.aspx [external link]
- Department of Planning and Environment – Current and Forecast Air Quality - https://www.airquality.nsw.gov.au [external link]
- NSW Rural Fire Service – Hazard reduction schedule and map - https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/hazard-reductions [external link]
Updated: 06 Mar 2026 5:22pm