Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Watch and Act - in an area bounded by Forrest Road, Wheeler Road, Blackwood Avenue and Rockingham Road
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

This is a new alert.

Time of issue: 09:21 PM
Date of issue: 01 March 2024

Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for the eastern part of HAMILTON HILL in the CITY OF COCKBURN
A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people in an area bounded by Forrest Road, Wheeler Road, Blackwood Avenue and Rockingham Road.

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching in the area and conditions are changing.
The fire started near the intersection of BLACKWOOD AV and ISTED AV in HAMILTON HILL.

WHAT TO DO
If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.
If you are well prepared and plan to actively defend your home, make final preparations now.
If you plan to stay and actively defend, do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. You need to have access to an independent water supply, and start patrolling your property to put out spot fires.
Keep doors and windows closed and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible.
If you are not at home, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous.
Bushfire ADVICE for the eastern part of HAMILTON HILL in the CITY OF COCKBURN

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
The bushfire is moving in a north westerly direction.
It is not contained or controlled.
Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home.

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 visiting the Main Roads Travel Map, calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

ANIMAL WELFARE
Owners or carers of livestock, pets and companion animals should activate their own animal welfare plan. During a bushfire take advice from Local Government Authorities to protect the lives of your animals while keeping yourself safe.

For more information on actions to take for each bushfire warning level, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING
Firefighters are on the scene, actively fighting the fire.
EXTRA INFORMATION
The fire was reported at 08:28 PM on 1 March 2024.
DFES is managing the fire.

KEEP UP TO DATE
Visit Emergency WA, call 13 DFES , follow DFES on Facebook, 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.

Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.

DFES Bushfires