Source: Emergency WA

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people. bounded by Valley of the Giants Road and Middle Road to the west, Roe National Park to the north, George Ebbett Road and the bluegum plantation to the west, and Irwin Inlet to the south in BOW BRIDGE in the SHIRE OF DENMARK.

The alert level for this fire has been upgraded as the fire has breached containment lines.

There is a possible threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

If your plan is to leave, leave now.

Take your emergency kit with you. It should include an AM/FM radio that runs off batteries, a first aid kit, a woollen blanket, phones, protective clothing, medication and irreplaceable valuables.

Decide where you will go and how you will get there. This could be with family or friends away from the fire.

Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.

Turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible to prevent embers entering your home.

Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and outdoor furniture away from your home.

If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply. Make final preparations now and start patrolling your property to put out spot fires.

The bushfire is moving slowly in an easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.



DFES Bushfires