Batemans Bay Rural Fire Brigade says hazard reduction burns are taking place north of Moruya and north of Batemans Bay.
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The brigade said conditions were ideal for the burns.
"Hazard reductions are controlled burns which hope to reduce the intensity of a bushfire if it were to travel through the area already burnt out area.
"Currently there is a hazard reduction burn north of Moruya and a large hazard reduction north of Batemans Bay.
"The best way you can tell if there is a hazard reduction is to check the "Fires Near Me" smartphone application.
"Remember to only call 000 if you see a fire without a fire appliance in attendance."
The RFS NSW website said if there was a hazard reduction burn planned for your area, to take the following steps:
"Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes;
"Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns;
"Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage;
"Remove washing from clotheslines;
"Ensure pets have a protected area;
"Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up, turn headlights on;
"Sightseers must keep away from burns for their own safety."
The website said if you had asthma or a lung condition, to reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels were high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice.
For health information relating to smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning, visit the NSW Health website or the Asthma Foundation.
For more information on hazard reductions, go to the RFS NSW hazard reductions website.
