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- Jun 22, 2026, 08:38 PMBushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - WATERBANK
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note that this alert is now Advice - Threat is Reduced as the fire is no longer impacting Broome-Cape Leveque Road.
Time of issue:
03:29 PM
Date of issue:
22 Jun 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - WATERBANK
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Broome-Cape Leveque Road, near Country Downs Station, in WATERBANK in the SHIRE OF BROOME.
WHAT TO DO
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
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
KEEP UP TO DATE
No further updates will be issued.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6a33ca801e3523f879cd4f04 Jun 22, 2026, 03:29 PM
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note that this alert is now Advice - Threat is Reduced as the fire is no longer impacting Broome-Cape Leveque Road.
Time of issue:
03:29 PM
Date of issue:
22 Jun 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - WATERBANK
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling along Broome-Cape Leveque Road, near Country Downs Station, in WATERBANK in the SHIRE OF BROOME.
- There is no threat to lives or homes.
- There is smoke in the area.
WHAT TO DO
- The threat of the fire has reduced however you should take care in the area.
- Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.
- If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA , or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.
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
- Pastoralists 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
- The incident was reported at 02:47 PM on 18 June 2026.
- Local pastoralists are managing the fire.
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.
No further updates will be issued.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6a33ca801e3523f879cd4f04 Jun 22, 2026, 03:29 PM