Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 02:14 PM

Date of issue: 22 March 2024

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for southern part of BEDFORDALE and eastern part of ASHENDON in the CITY OF ARMADALE

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people in an area bound by Albany Highway, Admiral Road, Kunzea Road and McAllister Road in the southern part of BEDFORDALE and eastern part of ASHENDON in the CITY OF ARMADALE.

You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes.

The fire started near the intersection of SAMICHON RD and STUBBS TCE in KARRAKATTA.

The bushfire is moving in a south westerly direction.

WHAT TO DO
If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place.
Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute could put your life in danger.
Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible.
If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home.
Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape.
Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry.
If you are not at home, it's too dangerous to return.

DFES Bushfires