Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
This warning has been upgraded to Watch and Act. Please note changes throughout the alert.
Issued: 17 Jan 2026 11:30 AM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in Fitzgerald River National Park between Point Charles and Quoin Head, bounded by Collets Road / Pabelup Drive and Fitzgerald Inlet to the west, a fire management track to the north, and Hamersley Drive, Quoin Head Track on the east in FITZGERALD RIVER NATIONAL PARK in the SHIRE OF RAVENSTHORPE and SHIRE OF JERRAMUNGUP

The alert level for this fire has been upgraded as there is an uncontrolled fire burning in the area and challenging conditions.

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 plan. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA or in the Emergency WA app.

Have your emergency kit ready.

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 a north easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

DFES Bushfires