Hazard Reduction Burning

With the aim of providing a safer community by reducing the risk posed by wildfire, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services staff are preparing to conduct a prescribed burn in order to reduce fuel loads.

The burn will be conducted in bushland bordered by Rosella Loop and Butcherbird Road, in a manner that is safe while maintaining environmental and heritage values for the area.

What you should do if you are smoke affected:

• Motorists are advised to take care, turn on headlights and follow instructions or signage
• Motorists and residents should close all windows and doors and turn off air conditioners

People with health conditions exacerbated by smoke should:

• Take precautions in line with your pre-prepared treatment plan
• Seek medical advice from your doctor or call Health direct on 1800 022 222
• For more information go to Department of Health website

What you should not do:

• Please do not call ‘000’ unless reporting a life threatening event
• The area will be monitored following the burn to ensure it is safe
• The area may smoulder for several days
• Do not enter the reserve until deemed safe and all signage / hazard tape is removed

Further information

Day of burn, Emergency WA has the most up to date information www.emergency.wa.gov.au