Bushfire Advice AVOID THE AREA - PARRY LAGOONS NATURE RESERVE

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

Please note changes under Bushfire Behaviour ad What Firefighters Are Doing sections.

Time of issue: 03:49 PM

Date of issue: 12 Nov 2026

Bushfire Advice - AVOID THE AREA - PARRY LAGOONS NATURE RESERVE

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the vicinity of Marlgu Billabong and Telegraph Hill day-use sites within the PARRY LAGOONS NATURE RESERVE in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM-EAST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

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.

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).

FACILITY OR PARK CLOSURE

Park closure for Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve in WYNDHAM in the SHIRE OF WYNDHAM-EAST KIMBERLEY.

The Parks and Wildlife Service has issued a park closure at Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve due to a bushfire in the area.

WHAT TO DO

• People are urged to avoid the area, follow the advice of Parks and Wildlife Service staff and observe signage.
• People already in the area should leave for a safer place.
• For more information, contact your local Parks and Wildlife Service office.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• The fire started near Bird Sanctuary Road.

• It is contained and under control.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Some roads may be 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 monitoring the situation.

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 11:14 AM on 12 November 2026.

• The cause of the incident is unknown.

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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