Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 02:45 PM
Date of issue: 26 December 2023

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for western part of COOMALBIDGUP in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people in an area bounded by Beltana Road to the east, Ashdale Road to the north and west, Sears road to the west and south coast highway to the south in the western part of COOMALBIDGUP in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE.

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

Homes in Beltana Road are under threat by fire now.

The fire started near the intersection of NEDS CORNER RD and YERRITUP RD in COOMALBIDGUP.

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