Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - WYNDHAM

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

Please note change to containment status and what firefighters are doing. Smoke may be present for those travelling along Great Northern Highway.

Time of issue: 09:39 PM

Date of issue: 26 Jul 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - WYNDHAM

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area of King River Road and south of the Great Northern Highway in WYNDHAM in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM–EAST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

• There may be smoke in the area.

WHAT TO DO

• Continue to stay alert and monitor your surroundings.

• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.

• Be aware of other potential dangers such as falling trees and damaged properties and infrastructure.

• Close all doors and windows and stay inside if smoke is causing you concern.

• Be ready if the situation escalates. Read through your plan. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA or in the Emergency WA app.

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.

• If you have a respiratory condition and you have been affected by smoke you should contact your local doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422).

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - WYNDHAM

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people bounded by Bastion Boulevard, Parry Parade and north of the Great Northern Highway in WYNDHAM in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM-EAST KIMBERLEY.

• The alert level for this area has been downgraded as the fire is no longer impacting the community.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

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.

• If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.

• Be aware of emergency services and other support personnel working in the area.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The bushfire is moving in a north westerly direction.

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been 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 FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING

• Firefighters have departed the area and are remotely monitoring.

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.

For more information, please see the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website.

EXTRA INFORMATION

• DFES is managing the fire.

• The incident was reported at 02:03 PM on 26 July 2026.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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 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.

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Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.