Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - PARRY LAGOON NATURE RESERVE

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

The alert for this bushfire has been downgraded to THREAT IS REDUCED.

Time of issue: 03:46 PM

Date of issue: 06 Oct 2026

Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - PARRY LAGOON NATURE RESERVE

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Great Northern Highway between Wyndham and Parry Creek Road and in parts of PARRY LAGOON NATURE RESERVE in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM-EAST KIMBERLEY

• The alert level for this fire has been downgraded due to reduced bushfire activity.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

• There is a lot of 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.

• 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.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The bushfire is stationary.

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

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 left the scene and are monitoring the situation remotely.

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

• Parks and Wildlife Service is managing the fire.

• The incident was reported at 05:12 AM on 06 October 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.

This is the final update for this incident.

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