Source: Emergency WA
Bushfire Watch and Act - in an area bound by the FMG Bonnie Doon
Camp to the west, Brockman Mine Access Road to the south and Rio
Tinto rail line including Rio Tinto Access Road users to the east
in MOUNT SHEILA in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON
The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and
Emergency Services (DFES)
Please note changes under BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR section
Time of issue: 01:58 PM
Date of issue: 05 October 2023
Bushfire WATCH AND ACT for northern parts of MOUNT SHEILA in the
SHIRE OF ASHBURTON
A bushfire WATCH AND ACT is in place for people in an area bound
by the FMG Bonnie Doon Camp to the west, Brockman Mine Access Road
to the south and Rio Tinto rail line including Rio Tinto Access
Road users to the east in MOUNT SHEILA 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 MOUNT SHEILA.
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.
Bushfire ADVICE for western parts of Hamersley Road in MOUNT
SHEILA in the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON
A bushfire ADVICE is in place for people in an area bound by
Solomon Mine Site to the east, Brockman Mine Access Road to the
south and the Rio Tinto rail line to the west in MOUNT SHEILA in
the SHIRE OF ASHBURTON.
The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as it is
contained and controlled.
There is no threat to lives or homes.
There is a lot of smoke in the area.
Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and
keep up to date in case the situation changes.
The fire started near Mount Sheila.
WHAT TO DO
Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
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.
Read through your bushfire survival plan.
If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the
situation gets worse. You can make a plan by visiting My Bushfire
Plan.
If driving
Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
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.
If you have a respiratory condition and you have been affected by
smoke you should contact your local doctor or call Health Direct on
1800 022 222.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
The bushfire is moving fast in a west, south westerly
direction.
It is out of control and unpredictable.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
Roads have not been closed.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive
carefully due to smoke. 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.
ANIMAL WELFARE
Owners or carers of livestock, pets and companion animals should
activate their own animal welfare plan. During a bushfire take
advice from Local Government Authorities to protect the lives of
your animals while keeping yourself safe.
For more information on actions to take for each bushfire warning
level, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional
Development website.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING
Firefighters are on the scene, actively fighting the fire.
Bush Fire Brigade firefighters, pastoralists, FMG and Rio Tinto
are in attendance.
COVID-19
If you are told to leave in an emergency, don't stay at home even
if you have COVID-19 or COVID-like symptoms.
You may stay at a friend or relative's house, an evacuation centre
or other suitable accommodation.
If you have COVID-19 or symptoms of COVID-19, take these steps to
prevent spreading the illness if you can:
wear a mask around other people
wash your hands regularly
stay and sleep in a separate room
maintain physical distancing.
EXTRA INFORMATION
The fire was reported at 10:31 AM on 30 September 2023.
DFES is managing the fire.
KEEP UP TO DATE
Visit Emergency WA, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on
Facebook, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, 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.
DFES Bushfires
05/Oct/2023 06:16 AM