Source: Emergency WA

Bushfire Watch and Act - near the Pannawonica townsite and travelling along Millstream Road in central parts of FORTESCUE in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

This is a new alert. Please note that Millstream Road between Pannawonica Road and the rail access road is closed.

Time of issue: 06:27 PM
Date of issue: 18 November 2023

Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for central parts of FORTESCUE in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON
A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people near the Pannawonica townsite and travelling along Millstream Road in central parts of FORTESCUE in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON.

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching in the area and conditions are changing.
The fire started near the intersection of MILLSTREAM WAY and DEEPDALE DR in PANNAWONICA.
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.

DFES Bushfires