Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 04:00 PM
Date of issue: 20 February 2024

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for people in Cockburn Ice Arena and Adventure World in parts of BIBRA LAKE in the CITY OF COCKBURN

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people people in Cockburn Ice Arena and Adventure World in parts of BIBRA LAKE in the CITY OF COCKBURN.

It is not contained or controlled.

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

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.

DFES Bushfires