Hazard Reduction Activity - Coomalbidgup Townsite

Published on Wednesday, 11 September 2024 at 11:18:40 AM

Residents and visitors of Coomalbidgup, please be advised Volunteers and Staff from DFES and Shire of Esperance Bush Fire Brigades will be conducting various Hazard Reduction Burning Activities around the Coomalbidgup townsite.

PURPOSE: To reduce overall fuel loads to approximately 5-7 tonnes per hectare and establish a lowfuel buffer zone to mitigate the risk of running fires impacting the Coomalbidgup townsite.

DATE: Between 10—30 September 2024

BURN SIZE: 47.4 Ha

LOCATION: Area bounded by South Coast Hwy, The Terrace, Mutch Av, Coomalbidgup Rd, and Chittock
Rd in Coomalbidgup; as per map below.

WHAT TO DO DURING AND AFTER HAZARD REDUCTION ACTIVITIES:

• Speed restrictions will be in place for the safety of fire fighters operating within the area.
• Motorists are asked to have their headlights on when driving through the area.
• Abide by directions of Fire Fighter/Emergency Services personnel on scene.
• Smoke may affect visibility and air quality in and around Coomalbidgup townsite on the day itself and the days following. Residents and Visitors with any respiratory conditions are reminded to have their medications either close by or on them as a precaution.
• For the safety of children in the area, families are encouraged to keep watch of their whereabouts throughout the day of burning.
• Fire Fighters will be conducting periodic patrols of the area the following days.
• Monitor the EmergencyWA website (www.emergency.wa.gov.au) for any changes.

For any concerns or further information, please contact the Shire on 08 9071 0666.