The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note that the Emergency Warning area is now downgraded to Watch and Act - Monitor Conditions as fire activity has decreased.
Time of issue:
04:31 PM
Date of issue:
29 Oct 2026
Bushfire Watch and Act - NOT SAFE TO RETURN - FORRESTFIELD, KALAMUNDA and LESMURDIE
A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by W Terrace Walk, Holmes Road, Whistlepipe Gully Trail, Orange Valley Road, Alpine Road, Yorna Road, Ozone Terrace and Panoramic Terrace in FORRESTFIELD, KALAMUNDA and LESMURDIE in the CITY OF KALAMUNDA.
WHAT TO DO
If you have left the area, it is unsafe to return due to fallen trees, fallen powerlines and other dangers created by the fire.
If you have remained in the area, stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change.
If you are actively defending your property, continue to patrol and put out spot fires.
Keep doors and windows closed, and evaporative air conditioners turned off with water running through the system if possible.
Be patient and follow the directions of emergency services.
Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - KALAMUNDA, LESMURDIE and FORRESTFIELD
A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by Bird Road, Panoramic Terrace, Ozone Terrace, Yorna Road and Alpine Road in KALAMUNDA in the CITY OF KALAMUNDA.
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
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
A number of roads have been closed including:
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 conducting backburning activities to consolidate containment lines.
Career Fire and Rescue Service, Parks and Wildlife Service, Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service volunteers are attending.
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 01:19 PM on 29 October 2026.
The cause of the fire is suspicious.
People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
KEEP UP TO DATE
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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