Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 03:47 PM
Date of issue: 19 March 2024

Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for parts of RED HILL, MILLENDON, HERNE HILL and BASKERVILLE in the CITY OF SWAN

A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING is in place for people in an area bounded by Haddrill Road to the north, Campersic Road to the west, Neuman Road to the south and Red Hill Quarry to the east in parts of RED HILL, MILLENDON, HERNE HILL and BASKERVILLE in the CITY OF SWAN.

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 intensity has increased.

The fire started near TOODYAY ROAD in GIDGEGANNUP.

The bushfire is moving in a north westerly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

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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