Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
There is no change to the previous alert. Anyone requiring assistance can contact the Department of Communities on the Disaster Relief Hotline on 1800 032 965.
Issued: 22 Jan 2026 06:31 PM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area east for the Emergency Warning bounded by Gordon Road to the north, extending from the intersection of Moir Road along Desmond Road, Hopetoun-Ravensthorpe Road to the east, and John Forrest and Phillips River Roads to the south in parts of HOPETOUN and RAVENSTHORPE, excluding the townsites, in the SHIRE OF RAVENSTHORPE.

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

WHAT TO DO

Stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change.

You may need to act quickly so ensure you are prepared if the situation gets worse.

Read through your plan. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA or in the Emergency WA app.

Have your emergency kit ready.

If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.

If you find it hard to move quickly, leaving now is your safest option.

Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.

Continue to patrol your property and be ready to put out spot fires.

If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply.

Very hot and dry conditions are forecast for today with fresh and gusty northeast to northwesterly winds ahead of a fresh, gusty and cooler southwesterly change extending inland from the west coast during the afternoon and evening.

It is not contained or controlled.

Currently there has been more than 60,000 hectares burnt.



DFES Bushfires