Source: Emergency WA

Issued: 02 Feb 2026 05:02 AM

Bushfire Emergency Warning
Updated LEAVE NOW - BYFORD and CARDUP

A Bushfire Emergency Warning is in place for people bounded Orton Road to the north, Soldiers Road to the east, Cardup Siding Road to the south and Hopkinson Road to the west in parts of BYRFORD and CARDUP in the SHIRE OF SERPENTINE-JARRAHDALE.

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

Homes in Macleod Close are under threat by fire now.

WHAT TO DO

- If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. This may be with family or friends away from the area.
- If it is safe to do so, leave in a westerly direction towards Hopkinson Road.
- Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute could put your life in danger.
- Take your emergency kit with you.
- If you become stuck in your car, park away from bushes, cover yourself with a woollen blanket, get onto the floor as the windows may break from the intense heat.
- 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.
- You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you before the flames reach you.
Go to a room in your home where you can shelter from the approaching fire.
The room should have running water, such as a kitchen or laundry, and have a clear exit so you can easily escape.
If you are not at home, it is too dangerous to return.

SAFEST ROUTE

- Travel in a westerly direction along Hopkinson Road.

Bushfire behaviour

- The bushfire is moving fast in a westerly direction at 25km/h.
- It is not contained or controlled.
- Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home.

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