Western Australia Bushfire Information

12/06/2026

11/06/2026

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - MARBLE BAR

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

03:31 PM

Date of issue:

11 Jun 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - MARBLE BAR

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Marble Bar Road in MARBLE BAR in the SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

There is a lot of smoke in the area.

WHAT TO DO

Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.

Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA , or in the Emergency WA app .

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.

If you have a respiratory condition and you have been affected by smoke you should contact your local doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ).

If driving Turn your headlights on and drive slowly.

Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

If you cannot see clearly, pull over, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

The bushfire is moving in a southerly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map , calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING

Firefighters are monitoring the situation.

ANIMAL WELFARE

Owners or carers of livestock, pets and companion animals should activate their own animal welfare plan.

For more information, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website.

EXTRA INFORMATION

The incident was reported at 12:50 PM on 11 June 2026.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play . Call 13 DFES (13 3337 ). Follow DFES on Facebook . Listen to ABC Local Radio 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 will be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

11/06/2026

Smoke Alert FOR CENTRAL PARTS OF DAMPIER PENINSULA IN THE SHIRE OF BROOME

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

11:07 AM

Date of issue:

11 Jun 2026

Smoke Alert for central parts of DAMPIER PENINSULA in the SHIRE OF BROOME

A Smoke Alert has been issued for people travelling along Broome/Cape Leveque Road, near the intersection of Beagle Bay Road, and surrounding areas in DAMPIER PENINSULA in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

The smoke is the result of prescribed burning being carried out by Nyul Nyul Rangers in the area.

The smoke is expected to clear over the coming days.

WHAT TO DO

Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners. If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears. People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan. If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ). Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Some roads may be closed.

Motorists are asked to reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map , calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play . Call 13 DFES (13 3337 ). Follow DFES on Facebook . Listen to ABC Local Radio 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.

Updates will be provided when the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

11/06/2026

Smoke Alert FOR THE NORTHERN PART OF THE DAMPIER PENINSULA IN THE SHIRE OF BROOME

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

10:53 AM

Date of issue:

11 Jun 2026

Smoke Alert for the northern part of the DAMPIER PENINSULA in the SHIRE OF BROOME

A Smoke Alert has been issued for people travelling along Kooljaman Access Road and surrounding areas in DAMPIER PENINSULA in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

The smoke is the result of prescribed burning being carried out by the Bardi Jawi rangers in the area.

The smoke is expected to clear over the coming days.

WHAT TO DO

Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners. If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears. People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan. If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ). Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map , calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play . Call 13 DFES (13 3337 ). Follow DFES on Facebook . Listen to ABC Local Radio 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.

Updates will be provided when the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

10/06/2026

Smoke Alert FOR PARTS OF NEWMAN AND CAPRICORN IN THE SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA AND SHIRE OF MEEKATHARRA

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

05:46 AM

Date of issue:

11 Jun 2026

Smoke Alert for parts of NEWMAN and CAPRICORN in the SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA and SHIRE OF MEEKATHARRA

A Smoke Alert has been issued for people travelling along Great Northern Highway to the south east of Newman, including the Newman Airport and the BP Capricorn Roadhouse and surrounding areas in NEWMAN and CAPRICORN in the SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA and SHIRE OF MEEKATHARRA.

The smoke, which is blowing in a south easterly direction, is the result of fire burning at a Waste Management Facility in the area.

The smoke is expected to clear over the coming days.

Bush Fire Service firefighters, Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service firefighters, private contractors and the Shire of East Pilbara are working to fully extinguish the fire.

WHAT TO DO

Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners. If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears. People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan. If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ). Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map , calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play . Call 13 DFES (13 3337 ). Follow DFES on Facebook . Listen to ABC Local Radio 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.

Updates will be provided when the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

10/06/2026

Thank a First Responder Day
Thank you to all our dedicated first responders.

A massive THANK YOU to all first responders across Western Australia!

Today is Thank a First Responder Day, an opportunity to celebrate those who support people through emergencies, disasters and accidents.

It is incredible that so many people step up to help others in crisis, many of them volunteers who are giving up their time to lend a hand. To all first responders, thank you for your generosity and all that you do for communities across the state ❤️

We are so grateful, and the impact you make is extraordinary.

Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA St John WA

10/06/2026

Smoke Alert FOR HALLS CREEK IN THE SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

02:07 PM

Date of issue:

10 Jun 2026

Smoke Alert for HALLS CREEK in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK

A Smoke Alert has been issued for people travelling along Great Northern Highway, Duncan Road and the Halls Creek townsite in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.

The smoke is the result of prescribed burning being carried out in an area north east of the Halls Creek townsite.

The smoke is expected to clear by tomorrow.

WHAT TO DO

Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners. If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears. People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan. If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ). Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map , calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play . Call 13 DFES (13 3337 ). Follow DFES on Facebook . Listen to ABC Local Radio 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.

Updates will be provided when the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

09/06/2026

During the Black Summer bushfires, the Grahams watched their house burn from a peephole in a fire bunker. When they decided to rebuild, they created the most fire-resilient home possible. Here's how they did it.

09/06/2026

Burning wet or green garden refuse can cause a lot of smoke. Please be considerate to your neighbours this winter.

Plan your burns by checking the wind direction and speed.