Alerts and Warnings

ALERT LEVEL:
A bushfire WATCH AND ACT remains in place for people in the north eastern  part of Lennard Brook in the Shire of Gingin.
 
The alert is for people in Wowra Drive, Crest View Rise and Mooliabeenee Road, north of Mooliabeenee Road, south of Whakea Road, west of Wowra Road and east of Cockram Road in Lennard Brook.
 
The fire which started at the southern end of Wowra Drive is now contained but not controlled.
 
There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching the area and conditions are changing.
 
WHAT TO DO:
 
• Put your bushfire survival plan into action.
• If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.
• There is ember attack ahead of the fire so close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible.
• If you are well prepared and plan to actively defend your home, make final preparations now.
• Do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. If you have access to a water tank and plan to defend your home, start patrolling around your house with your hose and put out spot fires.
• If you are not at home, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous.
 
RELOCATION POINT:
A voluntary relocation point has been set up at the Gingin Acquatic and Recreation Centre on Cockram Road, Gingin, for people who decide to leave their homes.

 

ALERT LEVEL:
A bushfire ADVICE remains in place for people north of Gingin and also for the town of Gingin. 
 
This alert is for people north of Whakea Road, south of Wannamal Road, and for the town of Gingin.
 
Although there is no immediate danger for people in these areas, you need to be aware and keep up to date.
 
WHAT TO DO:
Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Read through your bushfire survival plan.
• If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

ROAD CLOSURES:
Mooliabeenee Road is closed between Wowra Drive and Tea Tree Road.
 
For further details contact Main Roads WA on 138 138 or Shire of Gingin.
 
Motorists should avoid the area and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site.
 
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:
The bushfire is contained but not controlled, and ember activity has started due to changes in wind direction and speed.
 
The wind is moving in a westerly direction towards the Crest View Estate and Wowra Drive and is expected to blow in this direction until approximately 1pm.
 
This means homes in these areas may be threatened by fire and you need to be vigilant and keep up to date.
 
The fire was reported at 5.07pm on Saturday 26 January 2013 and currently there has been 65 hectares burnt.
 
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:
Fifty career and volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters are on the scene, along with 22 fire appliances and a dozer.
 
Fire crews have worked hard since the blaze started to strengthen containment lines, and they will remain on the fire ground throughout the day.
 
The Aerial Intelligence Helicopter will be airborne at 8am to fly over the area, inspect the fire shape and identify any hot spots.
 
Firefighters have saved homes and sheds.
 
Some fencing has been lost along with three wooden power poles.
 
The State Emergency Service, WA Police, Western Power, St John Ambulance and The Salvation Army are also supporting the fire effort.