Smoke is likely to be visible across Canberra on Thursday as 17.5 hectares is burnt in the Black Mountain Nature Reserve.
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The ACT Parks and Conservation Service said the hazard reduction burn was planned for the eastern side of the reserve, between Barry Drive and Frith Road.
Another 16-hectare burn to the south of Belconnen Way will begin on Friday or over the weekend, depending on weather conditions.
The burns are being conducted to reduce fire hazard and provide protection to nearby housing and the Australian Botanic Gardens. The sites will be monitored until smoke has not been visible for 24 hours.
A map showing the location of the burn sites is available on the upcoming prescribed burns page.
People with asthma, other chronic respiratory and/or chronic cardiac diseases should not perform vigorous exercise and should stay inside if affected by the smoke. People with asthma in particular should continue taking their medication and consult their doctor if they have any difficulties.
For tips on how to stay safe if there is smoke in the area, visit the Asthma Foundation website.
