Warnings to prepare to flee north Qld fire

Authorities are warning people they should prepare to flee a bushfire burning west of Cairns.

Fire crews and water bombers are working to contain the fire at Biboohra, which is moving in an easterly direction towards Bilwon Road, Cypress Road and Orchid Close.

Residents are being told to follow their bushfire survival plans or be ready to leave because the situation could worsen quickly.