A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people in the Mauravillo Estate on or near Golf Links Road in Wundowie and Morangup in the Shire of Toodyay.
The alert level for this fire has been downgraded as there is no longer any running fire and it is controlled but not contained
There is no threat to lives or homes.
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 the intersection of GOLF LINKS RD and FERNIE RD in MORANGUP.
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.
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.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:
It is controlled but not contained.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Some roads may be 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 calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au OR SHIRE OF TOODYAY.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:
Firefighters are on the scene.
Several Bush Fire Service firefighters are attending.
EXTRA INFORMATION:
The fire was reported at 03:47 PM on 24 May 2018.
Shire of Northam is managing the fire.