The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

Time of issue: 10:51 AM
Date of issue: 19 September 2020

Bushfire ALL CLEAR for parts of BILINGURR in SHIRE OF BROOME

ALERT LEVEL:

An ALL CLEAR advice is in place for people in an area bounded by McGuigan Road, Cape Leveque Road and Broome Road in BILINGURR in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

• The bushfire is no longer impacting the community in this area.
• The danger has passed but you need to remain vigilant in case the situation changes.

WHAT TO DO:

• Drive slowly and with caution due to smoke and emergency services personnel working in the area.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:

Roads have not been closed.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the SHIRE OF BROOME.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

• Firefighters are monitoring the situation.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

• The fire was reported at 11:46 AM on 18 September 2020.
• Currently there has been 38 hectares burnt.
• Parks and Wildlife Service is managing the fire.

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.
 

No further updates will be issued.

END

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

Please note changes under What Firefighters Are Doing

Time of issue: 03:22 PM
Date of issue: 18 September 2020

Bushfire ADVICE for parts of BILINGURR in SHIRE OF BROOME

ALERT LEVEL:

A bushfire ADVICE is in place for people in an area bounded by McGuigan Road, Cape Leveque Road and Broome Road in BILINGURR in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

• Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.
• The fire started near the intersection of FAIRWAY DR and BUCKLEYS RD in BILINGURR.

WHAT TO DO:

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• Read through your bushfire survival plan.
• If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

If driving

• Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
• Turn your headlights on and drive slowly.
• Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the SHIRE OF BROOME.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

• Firefighters are patrolling the area and mopping up.
• 30 Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service, Bush Fire Service, Parks and Wildlife Service firefighters are attending.

• State Emergency Service volunteers are also in attendance.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

• The fire was reported at 11:46 AM on 18 September 2020.
• DFES is managing the fire.

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.

During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.

The next update to be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

Please note changes under Bushfire Behaviour and What Firefighters Are Doing

Time of issue: 02:48 PM
Date of issue: 18 September 2020

Bushfire ADVICE for parts of BILINGURR in SHIRE OF BROOME

ALERT LEVEL:

A bushfire ADVICE is in place for people in an area bounded by McGuigan Road, Cape Leveque Road and Broome Road in BILINGURR in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

• Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.
• The fire started near the intersection of FAIRWAY DR and BUCKLEYS RD in BILINGURR.

WHAT TO DO:

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• Read through your bushfire survival plan.
• If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

If driving

• Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
• Turn your headlights on and drive slowly.
• Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the SHIRE OF BROOME.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

• Firefighters are patrolling the area and mopping up.
• 30 Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service, Bush Fire Service, Parks and Wildlife Service firefighters are attending.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

• The fire was reported at 11:46 AM on 18 September 2020.
• DFES is managing the fire.

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.

During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.

The next update to be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

This is a new alert

Time of issue: 01:48 PM
Date of issue: 18 September 2020

Bushfire ADVICE for parts of BILINGURR in SHIRE OF BROOME

ALERT LEVEL:

A bushfire ADVICE is in place for people in an area bounded by McGuigan Road, Cape Leveque Road and Broome Road in BILINGURR in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

• Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.
• The fire started near the intersection of FAIRWAY DR and BUCKLEYS RD in BILINGURR.

WHAT TO DO:

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• Read through your bushfire survival plan.
• If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

If driving

• Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
• Turn your headlights on and drive slowly.
• Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:

• It is out of control and unpredictable.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the SHIRE OF BROOME.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

• Firefighters are on the scene.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

• The fire was reported at 11:46 AM on 18 September 2020.

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.

During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.

The next update to be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END