PWS will re-evaluate the situation on Thursday afternoon. 

Due to a fire at Waterfall Bay a number of tracks have been closed in the Tasman National Park. 

PWS said there is the potential for track closures in Douglas-Apsley National Park for Wednesday. 

PWS general manager Jason Jacobi said with the large amount of fires burning and the potential for spotting and new starts due to the weather forecast, the PWS are asking people not to venture into remote areas.

“Our priority is community and visitor safety,” Mr Jacobi said. 

“As fires under hot, dry and windy conditions can travel very fast, it’s important for everyone to stay informed in case conditions change.”

PWS campfire restrictions will remain in place indefinitely due to elevated soil dryness and the risk of new fire starts, at a time when there is significant number of fires already burning.

Under the PWS campfire restrictions, campfires, pot stoves and any fuel stove that burn coal, wood or plant material are not permitted.

However, provided the ground is cleared for three metres around the stove, and there is a water source of at least 10 litres for firefighting, the following are permitted to be used with caution: gas stoves and gas barbecues and liquid fuel stoves using shellite and methylated spirits. 

On remote bushwalking tracks and routes, liquid fuel stoves can be used in accordance with Leave No Trace principles, provided a container of water is at hand for firefighting.

Updated information regarding track closures can be found on the PWS website.