Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes to size of Watch and Act area and downgrade of Bushfire Advice to Threat Is Reduced as fire activity has decreased.
Issued: 16 Dec 2025 09:19 AM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for WARRADARGE townsite including an area bounded by Rose Thomson Road to the east, Coorow-Green Head Road to the north, intersection of Tootbardie Road and Mazza Road to the south and to the west of Brand Highway in parts of WARRADARGE in the SHIRE OF COOROW.

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 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.

DFES Bushfires