Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note this warning is now a Watch and Act - Prepare to Leave.
Issued: 17 Jan 2026 04:09 PM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in an area bounded by Old Newgate Road to the north, Long Creek Road to the east, Fitzgerald Road to the south, Mallee Road to the west in parts of DUNN ROCK, MOUNT MADDEN and LAKE KING in the SHIRE OF LAKE GRACE and SHIRE OF RAVENSTHORPE.

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

WHAT TO DO

If your plan is to leave, leave now.

Take your emergency kit with you. It should include an AM/FM radio that runs off batteries, a first aid kit, a woollen blanket, phones, protective clothing, medication and irreplaceable valuables.

Decide where you will go and how you will get there. This could be with family or friends away from the fire.

Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.

Turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible to prevent embers entering your home.

Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and outdoor furniture away from your home.

If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply. Make final preparations now and start patrolling your property to put out spot fires.

The bushfire is moving in a south-easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.



DFES Bushfires