Source: Emergency WA

Time of issue: 07:05 PM
Date of issue: 16 January 2024
Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for parts of HAMMERSELY RANGE and NANUTARRA in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON

A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people place for people in or near Kartajirri Village at Eliwana mine site in parts of HAMMERSELY RANGE and NANUTARRA 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 NANUTARRA.

It is burning towards the Kartajirri Village bridge.

The bushfire is moving fast in a easterly direction.

It is not contained or controlled.

WHAT TO DO

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 Kartajirri camp, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous and the Mine Access Road is now closed.



DFES Bushfires