The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue: 08:20 AM

Date of issue: 04 Apr 2025

Damaging Winds Advice - PREPARE NOW - PERTH METROPOLITAN, SOUTH WEST, MIDWEST GASCOYNE and GOLDFIELDS MIDLANDS

A Damaging Winds Advice is current for parts of the PERTH METROPOLITAN, SOUTH WEST, MIDWEST GASCOYNE and GOLDFIELDS MIDLANDS.

You need to act now and stay safe with severe weather forecast including damaging winds expected today.

Locations which may be affected include Armadale, Ellenbrook, Gingin, Harvey, Kalamunda, Midland, Mundaring and Pinjarra.

WHAT TO DO

• Pack away, secure or tie down outdoor furniture, trampolines and other loose items around your home that could be picked up and thrown by strong winds.

• Prepare an emergency kit with a radio that runs off batteries, a torch, spare batteries and a first aid kit. For more information visit emergency.wa.gov.au/prepare.

• Charge devices such as mobile phones in case of power outages.

• Campers should find shelter away from trees and powerlines.

STORM DETAILS

At 7:58am on 4 April 2025, the Bureau of Meteorology advised a ridge building in the Bight is expected to combine with a deepening trough off the west coast to produce a vigorous easterly airstream over parts of southwestern Western Australia tonight.

Damaging winds averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to develop over the warning area from late Friday afternoon, easing during Saturday morning.

While easterly winds are typical for this time of year, this event is stronger than usual. Winds may cause damage to property and make road conditions hazardous.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Some roads may be closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. 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.

WHAT EMERGENCY SERVICES ARE DOING

• DFES is monitoring the situation.

KEEP UP TO DATE

• Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play.
• 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.

Updates will be provided when the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media and Corporate Communications on 9395 9543.

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

Please note the previous Advice warning has downgraded to THREAT IS REDUCED and the Watch and Act warning has downgraded to ADVICE - STAY INFORMED. Please note changes throughout the alert.

Time of issue: 03:14 AM

Date of issue: 04 Apr 2025

Bushfire Advice - STAY INFORMED - HILL RIVER and JURIEN BAY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people near Munbinea Road near the Cantabilling Road intersection in HILL RIVER and JURIEN BAY in SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN.

• The alert level for this bushfire has been downgraded as the bushfire is contained.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.

• Read through your bushfire plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. You can make a plan by visiting My Bushfire Plan.

• 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.

• 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.

If driving

• 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.

IMPACTS

Some smoke may still be impacting the town of Jurien Bay.

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - JURIEN BAY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people east of Memorial Drive in JURIEN BAY in the SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

• There is some smoke in the area.

WHAT TO DO

• The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.

• Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The fire is burning in bushland near Hill River Nature Reserve.

• The bushfire is stationary.

• It is contained but not controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Munbinea Road is closed southern side of the intersection with Cairn Road and southern side of the intersection with Jurien Bay Road East.

Cantabilling Road is closed at intersection west of Black Arrow Road.

Canover Road is closed at intersection east of Wren Way.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. 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.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING

• Firefighters are strengthening containment lines.

• Aerial support is assisting ground crews until last light.

DRONES AND AERIAL SUPPORT

Never fly a drone, model aircraft or multirotor near bushfires. Doing so poses a major safety risk to firefighting personnel in the air and on the ground, and forces aircraft to be grounded or redirected, hindering firefighting efforts.

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.

EXTRA INFORMATION

• The incident was reported at 04:01 AM on 02 April 2025.

KEEP UP TO DATE

• Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play.
• 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.

The next update will be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DBCA Media on 9219 9999.

The following alert has been issued by the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

Please note the previous Advice warning has downgraded to THREAT IS REDUCED and the Watch and Act warning has downgraded to ADVICE - STAY INFORMED. Please note changes throughout the alert.

Time of issue: 03:14 AM

Date of issue: 04 Apr 2025

Bushfire Advice - STAY INFORMED - HILL RIVER and JURIEN BAY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people near Munbinea Road near the Cantabilling Road intersection in HILL RIVER and JURIEN BAY in SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN.

• The alert level for this bushfire has been downgraded as the bushfire is contained.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.

• Read through your bushfire plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. You can make a plan by visiting My Bushfire Plan.

• 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.

• 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.

If driving

• 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.

IMPACTS

Some smoke may still be impacting the town of Jurien Bay.

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - JURIEN BAY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people east of Memorial Drive in JURIEN BAY in the SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

• There is some smoke in the area.

WHAT TO DO

• The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.

• Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The fire is burning in bushland near Hill River Nature Reserve.

• The bushfire is stationary.

• It is contained but not controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Munbinea Road is closed southern side of the intersection with Cairn Road and southern side of the intersection with Jurien Bay Road East.

Cantabilling Road is closed at intersection west of Black Arrow Road.

Canover Road is closed at intersection east of Wren Way.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully. 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.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING

• Firefighters are strengthening containment lines.

• Aerial support is assisting ground crews until last light.

DRONES AND AERIAL SUPPORT

Never fly a drone, model aircraft or multirotor near bushfires. Doing so poses a major safety risk to firefighting personnel in the air and on the ground, and forces aircraft to be grounded or redirected, hindering firefighting efforts.

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.

EXTRA INFORMATION

• The incident was reported at 04:01 AM on 02 April 2025.

KEEP UP TO DATE

• Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play.
• 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.

The next update will be provided by 11am tomorrow unless the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DBCA Media on 9219 9999.