Source: Emergency WA

Issued: 03 Jan 2025 10:51 AM

Bushfire Watch and Act
MONITOR CONDITIONS - WEST FITZGERALD, FITZGERALD RIVER NATIONAL PARK and WEST RIVER

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people located south of South Coast Highway in the vicinity of Fitzgerald townsite in WEST FITZGERALD, FITZGERALD RIVER NATIONAL PARK and WEST RIVER in the SHIRE OF JERRAMUNGUP and SHIRE OF RAVENSTHORPE.

Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.

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 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.

DFES Bushfires