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- Yesterday at 05:36 PMBushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVER
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This warning is now an Advice - Threat is Reduced because the bushfire is no longer burning alongside Duncan Road.
Time of issue:
03:19 PM
Date of issue:
20 Sep 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVER
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling on Duncan Road between Sturt Creek Road and Clyde's Dam in parts of ORD RIVER in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.
WHAT TO DO
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
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
This is the final update for this incident.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6aa9e3e0a3ad1df0b0555f79 Sep 20, 2026, 03:19 PM
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This warning is now an Advice - Threat is Reduced because the bushfire is no longer burning alongside Duncan Road.
Time of issue:
03:19 PM
Date of issue:
20 Sep 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - ORD RIVER
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people travelling on Duncan Road between Sturt Creek Road and Clyde's Dam in parts of ORD RIVER in the SHIRE OF HALLS CREEK.
- There is no threat to lives or homes.
- There is a lot of 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.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
- The fire is no longer burning alongside Duncan Road.
- The bushfire is moving in an easterly 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 and 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 06:37 AM on 16 September 2026.
- 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.
This is the final update for this incident.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6aa9e3e0a3ad1df0b0555f79 Sep 20, 2026, 03:19 PM