Bushfire Smoke Prompts 'Very Poor' Air Quality Warnings in Brisbane, Australia

Air quality warnings were issued for central Brisbane, Australia, on Monday morning, September 7, 2026, due to smoke from nearby bushfires. Air quality reached 'very poor' levels in the early hours, improving to 'poor' in the central business district by 8:00 AM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEST), but southern suburbs continue to experience 'very poor' ratings. Residents are advised to avoid outdoor physical activity and keep windows and doors closed. There are 78 bushfires burning across southeast Queensland.