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This is a new alert.

Time of issue

01:50 PM

Date of issue

04 Oct 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Knowsley Street East, Loch Street, Le Lievre Street, Steel Street and Wodehouse Street in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

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 Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Stanley Street, Forrest Street, Loch Street and Knowsley Street East in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY//WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Wodehouse Street, Steel Street and Derby Golf Club in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been 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

• Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters are actively fighting the fire.

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

• The incident was reported at 11:50 AM on 04 October 2026.
• The cause of the incident is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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.

Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.

• Time reported: 11:50 AM, Sunday, October 4, 2026.
• Last updated: 2:07 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2026.
• Reported near: WODEHOUSE ST, in DERBY.

Bushfire Watch and Act

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Knowsley Street East, Loch Street, Le Lievre Street, Steel Street and Wodehouse Street in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

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 Advice

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Stanley Street, Forrest Street, Loch Street and Knowsley Street East in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY//WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

Bushfire Advice

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Wodehouse Street, Steel Street and Derby Golf Club in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

Bushfire behaviour

• It is not contained or controlled.

Road closures and conditions

Roads have not been closed.

What firefighters are doing

• Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters are actively fighting the fire.

Extra information

• The incident was reported at 11:50 AM on 04 October 2026.
• The cause of the incident is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

This is a new alert.

Time of issue

01:50 PM

Date of issue

04 Oct 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Knowsley Street East, Loch Street, Le Lievre Street, Steel Street and Wodehouse Street in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

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 Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Stanley Street, Forrest Street, Loch Street and Knowsley Street East in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY//WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Wodehouse Street, Steel Street and Derby Golf Club in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been 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

• Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters are actively fighting the fire.

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

• The incident was reported at 11:50 AM on 04 October 2026.
• The cause of the incident is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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.

Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.

This is a new alert.

Time of issue

01:50 PM

Date of issue

04 Oct 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Knowsley Street East, Loch Street, Le Lievre Street, Steel Street and Wodehouse Street in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

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 Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Stanley Street, Forrest Street, Loch Street and Knowsley Street East in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY//WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBY

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in the area bounded by Ashley Street, Wodehouse Street, Steel Street and Derby Golf Club in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

• There is no threat to lives or homes.

WHAT TO DO

• Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
• Read through your plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app.
• Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.
• Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• 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).

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.

BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR

• It is not contained or controlled.

ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS

Roads have not been 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

• Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service and Bush Fire Service firefighters are actively fighting the fire.

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

• The incident was reported at 11:50 AM on 04 October 2026.
• The cause of the incident is deliberately lit.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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.

Updates will be issued every two hours unless the situation changes.

• Time reported: 12:20 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2026.
• Last updated: 2:25 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2026.
• Reported near: KNOWSLEY ST E, in DERBY.