Source: Emergency WA

Issued: 18 Jan 2025 05:02 PM

Bushfire Watch and Act

PREPARE TO LEAVE - TUTUNUP, RUABON and ABBA RIVER

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people bounded by Downs Road, Capel-Tutunup Road, Tutunup Road, Tompsett Road, Oates Road, Ludlow-Hithergreen Road, and the surrounding areas in parts of TUTUNUP, RUABON and ABBA RIVER in the CITY OF BUSSELTON

It is out of control and unpredictable.

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.

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