Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 03:31 PM
Date of issue: 26 December 2023

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for CASCADE in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people in an area bounded by Neds Corner Road, Grass Patch Road, Grigg Road, Belgian Road, Coomalbidgup Road and Cascade Road in CASCADE in the SHIRE OF ESPERANCE.

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

The fire started near the intersection of NEDS CORNER RD and CASCADE RD in CASCADE.

WHAT TO DO
If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place.
Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute could put your life in danger.
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.
Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape.
Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry.
If you are not at home, it's too dangerous to return.

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