Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This is a new alert. People planning to travel on Great Central Road in an area south of Warburton should reconsider their plans as a bushfire is burning in the area.
Issued: 01 Nov 2025 04:59 PM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people travelling on Great Central Road east of Warburton in parts of LAKE WELLS, NEALE and GIBSON DESERT SOUTH in the SHIRE OF NGAANYATJARRAKU.

There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

People planning to travel on Great Central Road in an area south of Warburton should reconsider their plans as a bushfire is burning in the area.

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 fire is burning on the northern side of Great Central Road

The bushfire is moving in an easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

DFES Bushfires