Yesterday's image: fire shows in orange and red. NASA MODIS
Red dots: heat detected by satellite in the last 48h. NASA FIRMS
Key facts
Source: Queensland Fire DepartmentThe story so far
A wildfire near Caboolture, Australia, monitored by the QFD, has officially ended after starting on November 1, 2026. Satellites detected three heat signatures over a 48-hour period near the area.
The broader landscape reflects a notably slower season, with 18,942,375 hectares burned so far in 2026, marking a 46% decrease compared to the two-decade average. Typically, the region experiences its fire season from December to March.
In context
This wildfire burned in Australia for less than a day.
In the Southern Hemisphere the season runs the other way, peaking roughly from November through March.
The bigger picture in Australia
Across Australia, roughly 18,942,375 hectares have burned so far in 2026 — 46% below the two-decade average. Data from Copernicus GWIS.
Alerts near Caboolture
This fire is over. We'll email you if satellites detect new fire in this area. Free, no account.
Get alerts
Australia todayLiveCommunity reports
Reports from people near the fire · unverified
Be the first to report what is happening →
Not official emergency information. In an emergency, contact fire services/authorities.
More fires in Australia
See all
Wildfire near Gregors Creek (Nov 1)Active
Wildfire near PhilpottActive
Wildfire near CawarralContained
Wildfire near Hope Vale (Oct 31)Active
Wildfire near LawntonEnded
Wildfire near Torrens CreekEnded