Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Watch and Act - in an area bounded by the intersection of Ryder Road and Lewis Road, north-west to Plantation Road, Stockpile Road, due east to Gloucester Road, south to Rifle Range Road, Holliwell Road, west to Ryder Road in parts of CALLCUP, CROWEA and MEERUP in the SHIRE OF MANJIMUP

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

There is no change to the previous alert. While progress is being made, the fireground still contains active fire. With variable weather conditions, people need to remain vigilant over the coming days

Time of issue: 02:28 PM
Date of issue: 23 December 2023

Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for parts of CALLCUP, CROWEA and MEERUP in the SHIRE OF MANJIMUP

A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people in an area bounded by the intersection of Ryder Road and Lewis Road, north-west to Plantation Road, Stockpile Road, due east to Gloucester Road, south to Rifle Range Road, Holliwell Road, west to Ryder Road in parts of CALLCUP, CROWEA and MEERUP in the SHIRE OF MANJIMUP.

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a uncontrolled bushfire is burning in the area and people still need to stay alert.

The fire started near the intersection of Tattenham Road in Meerup.

WHAT TO DO
If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.
If you are well prepared and plan to actively defend your home, make final preparations now.
If you plan to stay and actively defend, do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. You need to have access to an independent water supply, and start patrolling your property to put out spot fires.
Keep doors and windows closed and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible.
If you are not at home, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous.

DFES Bushfires