Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This is a new alert. The fire is burning on both sides of the Murray River. The action statement for this fire is "Monitor Conditions."
Issued: 16 Jan 2025 03:10 PM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people bounded by Pinjarra Williams Road, Tuckey Road, Old Mills Road, Old Bunbury Road, South Western Highway, George Street, and surrounding areas. It also includes Joice Road, McLarty Road, and Bora Swamp Road East in parts of MEELON, BLYTHEWOOD, COOLUP and PINJARRA in the SHIRE OF MURRAY

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.



DFES Bushfires