Bushfire Advice

Published on Saturday, 18 January 2025 at 1:59:27 AM

UPDATE 18 Jan 2025 05:31: A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in an area bounded by Lake Road, Fisheries Road, Tranquil Drive and Windabout Road in parts of MYRUP, WINDABOUT and BANDY CREEK in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE.

The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as the bushfire is now contained and controlled.

There is no threat to lives or homes.

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

There is some smoke in the area.

More information can be found here emergency.wa.gov.au

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18 Jan 2025 03:31 AM: Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people bounded by Lake Road, Fisheries Road, Tranquil Drive and Windabout Road in parts of MYRUP, WINDABOUT and BANDY CREEK in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE.

  • The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as it now contained.

  • There is a possible threat to lives or homes.

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.

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1:31am 18.01.2025 - A Bushfire Emergency Warning is in place for people bounded by Lake Road, Fisheries Road, Tranquil Drive and Windabout Road in MYRUP, WINDABOUT and BANDY CREEK in SHIRE OF ESPERANCE.

  • You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes.

WHAT TO DO

  • If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. This may be with family or friends away from the area.

  • Leave in an southerly direction towards Fisheries Road.

  • Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute could put your life in danger.

  • Take your emergency kit with you.

  • If you become stuck in your car, park away from bushes, cover yourself with a woollen blanket, get onto the floor as the windows may break from the intense heat.

  • Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.

  • If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home.

  • You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you before the flames reach you.

  • Go to a room in your home where you can shelter from the approaching fire.

  • The room should have running water, such as a kitchen or laundry, and have a clear exit so you can easily escape.

  • If you are not at home, it is too dangerous to return.

More Information - Emergency WA - Alerts and Warnings.

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