Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Emergency Warning - an area bound by Rowley Road, Masters Road, Thomas Road and Tonkin Highway in parts of DARLING DOWNS and HILBERT in the CITY OF ARMADALE and SHIRE OF SERPENTINE-JARRAHDALE

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

This is a new alert.

Time of issue: 12:22 PM
Date of issue: 10 May 2024

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for parts of DARLING DOWNS and HILBERT in the CITY OF ARMADALE and SHIRE OF SERPENTINE-JARRAHDALE
A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people an area bound by Rowley Road, Masters Road, Thomas Road and Tonkin Highway in parts of DARLING DOWNS and HILBERT in the CITY OF ARMADALE and SHIRE OF SERPENTINE-JARRAHDALE .

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 HOPKINSON RD and GLOAMING WAY in HILBERT.
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.

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