Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Emergency Warning - on the Vancouver Peninsula north of Shoal Bay Retreat, including Camp Quaranup, in VANCOUVER PENINSULA in the CITY OF ALBANY

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

This alert has been upgraded to an EMERGENCY WARNING. Walkers on the Vancouver Peninsula are advised to remain on the beach. Please note changes throughout the alert.

Time of issue: 02:57 PM
Date of issue: 29 January 2024

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for VANCOUVER PENINSULA in the CITY OF ALBANY
A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people on the Vancouver Peninsula north of Shoal Bay Retreat, including Camp Quaranup, in VANCOUVER PENINSULA in the CITY OF ALBANY.

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

The alert level for this fire has been upgraded as fire activity has increased.

The fire started near WHALING COVE BEACH ACCESS in VANCOUVER PENINSULA.

WHAT TO DO
It's too late to leave, leaving now will put your life in danger.
You need to shelter in your home in a room away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape.
You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you well before the flames reach you.
Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible.
Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry.
If your home catches on fire and the conditions inside become unbearable, you need to get out and go to an area that has already been burnt.
Protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and trousers, made from cotton or wool, and strong leather boots.

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