Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Emergency Warning - in an area bounded by Mount Frankland Road, North Walpole Road, Bridge Road, Hazelvale Road, Trent Road, Rose Road Valley of The Giants Road and Vigus Road and Soho Block and Collis Block to the north and east in parts of Hazelvale and Trent in the SHIRE OF DENMARK

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

Please note increased warning area to the Emergency and Watch and Act.

Time of issue: 09:23 PM
Date of issue: 25 April 2024
Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for parts of Hazelvale and Trent in the SHIRE OF DENMARK

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people in an area bounded by Mount Frankland Road, North Walpole Road, Bridge Road, Hazelvale Road, Trent Road, Rose Road Valley of The Giants Road and Vigus Road and Soho Block and Collis Block to the north and east in parts of Hazelvale and Trent in the SHIRE OF DENMARK.

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 there is a threat to lives and homes.
The fires started near NORNALUP RD, MIDDLE ROAD and BORONIA ROAD. There are multiple bushfires burning in this location.

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.

Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for parts of Hazelvale, Tingledale, Bow Bridge, North Walpole and Trent in the SHIRE OF DENMARK

A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people to the west of North Walpole Road, south of Beardmore Road and north of Logging Road and east of Doug Road and Angove Road in parts of Hazelvale, Tingledale, Bow Bridge, North Walpole and Trent in the SHIRE OF DENMARK.

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching in the area and it is not controlled or contained..

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.

Bushfire ADVICE for the southern part of Walpole Wilderness Area in the SHIRE OF DENMARK

A bushfire ADVICE is in place for people in the vicinity of the Nornalup and Middle Road junction, and the Middle and Boronia Road junction in the southern part of Walpole Wilderness Area in the SHIRE OF DENMARK.

There is no threat to lives or homes.
There is a lot of smoke in the area.
Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.

WHAT TO DO

If driving:

Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
Turn your headlights on and drive slowly.
Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.
If you cannot see clearly, pull over, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears.
If you have a respiratory condition and you have been affected by smoke you should contact your local doctor or call Health Direct on 1800 022 222.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

The bushfire is moving in a westerly direction.
It is not contained or controlled.

SAFEST ROUTE

If leaving, leave in a westerly or southerly direction towards Walpole or Peaceful Bay.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Some roads may be closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by visiting the Main Roads Travel Map, calling 138 138 or by contacting your Local Government Authority.
ANIMAL WELFARE

Owners or carers of livestock, pets and companion animals should activate their own animal welfare plan. During a bushfire take advice from Local Government Authorities to protect the lives of your animals while keeping yourself safe.

For more information on actions to take for each bushfire warning level, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website.
TRAIL CLOSURES

The Munda Biddi Trail is closed. This includes the Boona Mundak Hut

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING

Firefighters are actively fighting the fire and strengthening containment lines.
Aerial support has been sent to assist ground crews.

Firefighters are working into the evening constructing containment lines and backburning to secure the fire boundary.

DFES and Local Government firefighters are in attendance.

DRONES AND AERIAL SUPPORT

Never fly a drone, model aircraft or multirotor near bushfires. Doing so poses a major safety risk to firefighting personnel in the air and on the ground, and forces aircraft to be grounded or redirected, hindering firefighting efforts.
EXTRA INFORMATION

The fire was reported at 03:50 AM on 25 April 2024.
Currently there has been 2000 hectares burnt.
The cause of the fire is suspicious/deliberately lit.
People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Parks and Wildlife Service is managing the fire.

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit Emergency WA, call 13 DFES(13 33 37), follow DFES on Facebook, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.

During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.

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