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Bushfire Heading: Northeast

Updated By Agency: Oct 25, 2026 03:47 PM

Reported: Oct 25, 2026 02:28 PM

Location: KIMBERLEY

Type: Bushfire

Status: Active

Alert Level: Watch and Act

The following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This warning is now Watch and Act - Prepare to Leave due to the bushfire being in close proximity to homes.
Time of issue:03:46 PM
Date of issue:25 Oct 2026
Bushfire Watch and Act - PREPARE TO LEAVE - HALLS CREEK, MCBEATH and ORD RIVERA Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people south of Duncan Road in HALLS CREEK, MCBEATH and ORD RIVER in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.
The alert level for this fire has been upgraded due to the bushfire being in close proximity to homes.
There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.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.
Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - HALLS CREEKA Bushfire Advice is in place for people south of Duncan Road between Halls Creek Airport and Bedford Road in HALLS CREEK in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.
There is no threat to lives or homes.
There is a lot of smoke in the area.WHAT TO DO
Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
If you have a respiratory condition and you have been affected by smoke you should contact your local doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422).
If driving
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.BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
The bushfire is moving in a north easterly direction.
It is not contained or controlled.ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONSMotorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. 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.WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING
Firefighters are on the scene.ANIMAL WELFAREOwners or carers of livestock, pets and companion animals should activate their own animal welfare plan.For more information, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website.EXTRA INFORMATION
The incident was reported at 01:37 PM on 25 October 2026.KEEP UP TO DATE
Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play.
Call 13 DFES (13 3337).
Follow DFES on Facebook.
Listen to ABC Local Radio 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.Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.ENDMedia Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

Agency: Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

Agency ID: 826466

Size (Geometry): 4 km²

DFES Bushfires