Strong winds fan Queensland, NSW blazes as fire crews prepare for long fight

NSW firefighters are bracing for another day of strong winds and challenging conditions as they battle two out-of-control blazes in northern NSW.

A bushfire near the rural town of Canungra in the Scenic Rim region of Queensland - AAP Source: AAP

Another challenging day is ahead for NSW firefighters battling several out of control bushfires and strong winds, while in Queensland fire crews are prepared for severe conditions.

Firefighting efforts will remain focused on out-of-control blazes at Bees Nest in Armidale and Long Gully Road in Drake, east of Tenterfield which are both at watch and act alert level.

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