Bushfire Watch and Act PREPARE TO LEAVE - DURACK AND GIBB

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

This is a new alert.

Time of issue: 12:16 PM

Date of issue: 29 Aug 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - PREPARE TO LEAVE - DURACK and GIBB

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people travelling along Gibb River Road, in the vicinity of Ellenbrae Station, in DURACK and GIBB, in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM EAST KIMBERLEY.

• There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

WHAT TO DO

• If your plan is to leave, leave now.

• Take your emergency kit with you. It should include an AM/FM radio that runs off batteries, a first aid kit, a woollen blanket, phones, protective clothing, medication and irreplaceable valuables.

• Decide where you will go and how you will get there. This could be with family or friends away from the fire.

• Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.

• Turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible to prevent embers entering your home.

• Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and outdoor furniture away from your home.

• If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply. Make final preparations now and start patrolling your property to put out spot fires.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The bushfire is moving in a westerly direction.

• It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

• The fire is burning on both sides of Gibb River Road.

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

• Ellenbrae Station staff are on the scene.

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

• The incident was reported at 11:02 AM on 29 August 2026.

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.

Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.

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Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.