A blaze broke out near the Ron Cam Bridge on Sunday night, the 26th of January, prompting three fire rescue crews to respond to the scene at approximately 9:33pm. The fire tore through the council-maintained boardwalk, damaging an estimated 60 meters and affecting up to 100 meters of the structure during its peak.
Firefighters worked diligently to bring the fire under control, with most of the flames extinguished by 11:00pm. Crews remained on-site to address hotspots, ultimately confirming that around 50 meters of the walkway were destroyed.
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) along with the Queensland Fire Department (QFD) is currently investigating the cause of the fire.
Mackay Regional Council’s Executive Manager for Parks and Open Spaces, Luke Williams, stated that repair costs are projected to exceed $100,000.
“This section of the trail will now remain closed to ensure restoration work can be completed,” Mr. Williams said.
Investigations are underway after a fire near Ron Cam Bridge damaged 50 meters of boardwalk last Sunday, 26 January. Photo credit: Rob Kidd
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