Bushfire Advice for Kalgan

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Bushfire ADVICE for western part of Kalgan in CITY OF ALBANY

ALERT LEVEL: 

A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people travelling on Henty Road near the intersection of Nanarup Road and Gull Rock Road.

  • There is no threat to lives or homes.
  • There is a lot of smoke in the area.
  • Although there is no immediate danger you need to be aware and keep up to date in case the situation changes.
  • The fire started near the intersection of Henty Road and Nannarup Road and Gull Road in Kalgan.

WHAT TO DO: 

If driving

  • Be extremely careful when driving through the area.
  • 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 Health Direct on 1800 022 222.


BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:

  • The bushfire is moving slowly.
  • It is contained but not controlled.


ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS: 

Roads have not been closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.

Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au OR CITY OF ALBANY.


WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

  • Firefighters are on the scene, actively fighting the fire.
  • 16 Bush Fire Service firefighters are attending.


EXTRA INFORMATION:

  • The fire was reported at 05:00 PM on 7 May 2018.
  • City of Albany is managing the fire.

8 May 2018




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