A LOCAL fire ban was issued for Noosa Shire on Thursday, with more bans set to be rolled out across south-east Queensland as tinderbox conditions prime the region for disaster.

The ban kicked in 12.01am yesterday and will last until 11.59pm on Saturday September 30 in Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Gympie and South Burnett local government areas.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services director of rural operations James Haig said local fire bans would be imposed on local government areas across the south-east corner.

All fire permits have been cancelled for the regions involved.

"Unfortunately a return to dangerous fire weather conditions has forced our hand and we cannot risk a fire breaking out in the coming days,” Mr Haig said.

"Fires that start under these conditions may spread quickly and will be difficult to control.

"These fire bans are a pre-emptive measure to prevent that from happening and to reduce the risk of bushfires starting and threatening lives and properties.”

Mr Haig said local fire bans still allowed people to use a properly constructed barbecue, with conditions.

"A responsible adult must attend a lit barbecue at all times,” he said.

"I would encourage anyone who intends to light a barbecue to ensure it is in a clear area away from vegetation, and to have water nearby.”

Mr Haig said the community should be extra vigilant and report any fires immediately to 000.

He said the latest fire bans were in areas that had experienced significant bushfire activity since bushfire season began.

"The south-east corner has recorded around 750 bushfires since the start of August, while the Sunshine Coast and Wide Burnett have sizzled through more than 350,” he said.

"The level of bushfire activity in the south-east corner alone has increased more than 70% compared to this time last year.

"That is representative of the warm and dry conditions sections of the state are experiencing and this is expected to persist unless we receive a decent downpour.”

The latest fire bans come on the heels of restrictions issued in the south-east, the southern downs and north and central Queensland in recent weeks.

"I realise fire bans may inconvenience people, so I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding,” Mr Haig said.

"The community response to heightened fire conditions has been fantastic, and I would like to thank the community for abiding by the restrictions and bans that have been imposed to date.

"I always say that bushfire prevention is a partnership between the community and QFES and if we all do our bit then we'll significantly reduce the bushfire threat this season.”