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Western Australia Bushfire Information This page shares information about bushfires around the Perth Metropolitan area, and warnings for Western Australia. This page is not run by DFES.

Western Australia Bushfire Information

For fire information and fire awareness for the Community around Perth and Western Australia. This page is not monitored 24/7. To report an unattended fire call 000. For emergency information call DFES on 13 3337 or see Emergency WA: emergency.wa.gov.au

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Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - MUELLER RANGESThe following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emer...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - MUELLER RANGES

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:

04:57 PM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - MUELLER RANGES

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in an area north of Great Northern Highway, including the Moongardie Community in MUELLER RANGES in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

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 south easterly 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 and local rangers 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 09:56 AM on 13 October 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.

13/10/2026

We are now in a restricted burning period 🔥⚠️

• Permits are required from 1 October to 30 November 2026 and can be applied for online at https://bit.ly/4yk5eJX
• Small pile burns must not exceed 1 square metre
• Guidance, conditions and the Burn SMART Guide are available on our website

Please allow five working days for permit applications to be processed. 🗓️

Learn more at rockingham.wa.gov.au/fireprevention

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - NEWMANThe following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergency Ser...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - NEWMAN

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

Please note this warning is now Bushfire Advice - Threat is Reduced as the fire is contained and under control.

Time of issue:

02:52 PM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - NEWMAN

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Great Northern Highway, in the vicinity of Newman Airport in NEWMAN in the SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA.

The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as the fire is no longer a threat to community.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.

Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.

If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA , or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.

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. 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 05:20 AM on 11 October 2026.

The cause of the incident is deliberate.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 .

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.

This is the final update for this incident.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - ORD RIVERThe following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergency...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - ORD RIVER

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:

02:39 PM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - ORD RIVER

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in an area west of Great Northern Highway, including Baulu Wah and Kalungkurriji and Frog Hollow communities, in northern parts of ORD RIVER in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

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 an east/north-easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Some roads may be 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

Pastoralists are monitoring the situation.

Kija Rangers are assisting pastoralists with backburning.

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 03:33 PM on 12 October 2026.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 .

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.

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - KUPARTIYA, BOHEMIA DOWNS AND MUELLER RANGESThe following alert has been issued byth...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - KUPARTIYA, BOHEMIA DOWNS AND MUELLER RANGES

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

There is no change to the previous alert.

Time of issue:

02:40 PM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - KUPARTIYA, BOHEMIA DOWNS and MUELLER RANGES

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Great Northern Highway and Bohemia Downs Road, including Mingalakala and Kupartiya communities, in MUELLER RANGES, KUPARTIYA and BOHEMIA DOWNS in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

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

It is moving in a south easterly direction.

It is burning on the south side of Great Northern Highway.

There is no active fire north of Great Northern Highway.

It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

There is smoke over Great Northern Highway.

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

Pastoralists 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 11:39 AM on 09 October 2026.

The cause is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 .

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.

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVERThe following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergency ...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVER

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

Please note this warning has been downgraded to Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED.

Time of issue:

02:36 PM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVER

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Great Northern Highway in the vicinity of Little Panton River in ORD RIVER in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.

The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as the highway is no longer being impacted.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.

Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.

If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA , or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

It is no longer impacting the highway

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

Pastoralists 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 07:26 AM on 10 October 2026.

The cause is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 .

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.

No further updates will be issued.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

13/10/2026

Knowing the weather forecast for your area is one of the best ways you can stay prepared for severe weather. ⚠️

The Bureau of Meteorology can help. They issue warnings for severe weather that may pose a threat to life and property, and you can receive these alerts directly through the BOM Weather app.

Depending on your location, you can enable notifications for up to 9 different warning types:
⛱️ Coastal hazards, including dangerous surf and abnormal tides
🔥 Fire weather
💧 Flood watches and warnings
🌡️ Heatwaves
💨 Marine wind warnings
🌀 Tropical cyclones
🌊 Tsunamis
☔ Severe weather
⛈️ Severe thunderstorms

Once the BOM Weather app is installed and notifications are enabled, you'll receive an alert on your device whenever a warning is issued for your selected location.

Follow Bureau of Meteorology for the latest weather information and warnings.

One of many exciting performed by SES.
13/10/2026

One of many exciting performed by SES.

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - STRATHALBYNThe following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergenc...
13/10/2026

Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - STRATHALBYN

The following alert has been issued by

the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

Please note the alert level has been downgraded as the fire is now extinguished.

Time of issue:

10:06 AM

Date of issue:

13 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - STRATHALBYN

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Honeysuckle Boulevard, Sunnybanks Drive, Cedar Crescent, Verticordia Drive and Tersonia Way in STRATHALBYN in the CITY OF GREATER GERALDTON

The alert level has been downgraded as the fire is extinguished.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.

Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.

If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA , or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

It is extinguished.

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 no longer on scene and have left the area safe.

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 City of Geraldton is managing the fire.

The incident was reported at 07:02 AM on 13 October 2026.

The cause of the incident is unknown.

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.

This is the final update for this incident.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

Great effort and outcome.
13/10/2026

Great effort and outcome.

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