26/08/2026
Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - DAMPIER PENINSULA
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes throughout the alert. There is a wind change expected this afternoon which will push the fire in a southerly direction.
Time of issue:
10:51 AM
Date of issue:
26 Aug 2026
Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DAMPIER PENINSULA
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in parts of DAMPIER PENINSULA including Mercedes Cove Retreat, Middle Lagoon, Pender Bay and Whalesong Campground in DAMPIER PENINSULA in the SHIRE OF BROOME.
There is no threat to lives or homes.
There is a lot of smoke in the area.
WHAT TO DO
People camping in the area are encouraged to stay off tracks and roads where possible.
Should safe refuge be required, it is recommended that people move to coastal areas.
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 westerly direction.
There is a wind change expected this afternoon which will push the fire in a southerly direction.
It is not contained or controlled.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
Middle Lagoon Road has closed.
Motorists are advised to avoid any non-essential travel within the warning areas.
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 patrolling the area.
Crews are conducting backburning activities and working on containment lines.
Bush Fire Service, Career Fire and Rescue Service, Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services and Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service firefighters have been in attendance.
Kimberley Rangers are also in attendance.
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
DFES is managing the fire.
The incident was reported at 04:16 PM on 22 August 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.
The next update will be provided by 4pm today unless the situation changes.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
