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Posted by DFES
 - Today at 11:16 AM
Bushfire Advice MONITOR CONDITIONS - KUNUNURRA



The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:
11:13 AM

Date of issue:
18 Jun 2026

Bushfire Advice - MONITOR CONDITIONS - KUNUNURRA

A Bushfire Advice is in place for people bounded by east of Weaber Plain Road and Muligans Lagoon Road in KUNUNURRA in SHIRE OF WYNDHAM-EAST KIMBERLEY.

  • There is no threat to lives or homes.

  • There is a lot of smoke in the area.

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

  • The bushfire is moving in a north westerly direction.

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

  • Firefighters are on the scene.

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 11:08 AM on 14 June 2026.

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.

The next update will be provided by 4pm today unless the situation changes.

END

Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.


Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6a3360affb0ffaaa4b0a98a5 Jun 18, 2026, 11:13 AM