Bushfire Watch and Act MONITOR CONDITIONS - MARBLE BAR

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

Please note, there are no changes to the previous alert. Marble Bar Primary School will be closed on Wednesday 23rd September, refer to School Closure section.

Time of issue: 03:14 AM

Date of issue: 23 Sep 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - MARBLE BAR

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in Marble Bar Townsite, Gooda Binya Community and surrounding areas in parts of MARBLE BAR in the SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA.

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

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change.

• You may need to act quickly so ensure you are prepared if the situation gets worse.

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

• Have your emergency kit ready.

• If you find it hard to move quickly, leaving now is your safest option.

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

• Continue to patrol your property and be ready to put out spot fires.

• If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The bushfire is moving in a southerly direction.

• It is not contained or controlled.

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 are actively fighting the fire.

Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services Firefighters are on scene and the Shire of East Pilbara and an Emergency Response Team from Sanjiv Ridge Minesite are also in attendance.

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 09:29 PM on 21 September 2026.

SCHOOL CLOSURE

• Marble Bar Primary School will be closed on Wednesday 23rd September 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.