Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
Please note this bushfire has upgraded to a WATCH AND ACT - MONITOR CONDITIONS. Please note changes throughout.
Issued: 01 May 2025 03:21 PM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people bounded by Langridge Road and South Western Highway in parts of BROOKHAMPTON, PINDAR and UPPER CAPEL in the SHIRE OF DONNYBROOK-BALINGUP

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

WHAT TO DO

Stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change.

You may need to act quickly so ensure you are prepared if the situation gets worse.

Read through your bushfire plan. If you do not have a plan make one by visiting My Bushfire Plan.

Have your emergency kit ready.

If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.

If you find it hard to move quickly, leaving now is your safest option.

Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.

Continue to patrol your property and be ready to put out spot fires.

If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply.

The bushfire is moving in south-westerly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home.

DFES Bushfires