Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - BROOKHAMPTON, KIRUP AND NEWLANDS
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The following alert has been issued by
the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
Please note this fire is now contained and controlled.
Time of issue:
03:45 PM
Date of issue:
10 May 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - BROOKHAMPTON, KIRUP and NEWLANDS
A Bushfire Advice is in place for people in an area south-east of NEWLANDS and north-east of KIRUP in the SHIRE of DONNYBROOK-BALINGUP.
- There is no threat to lives or homes.
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 (https://emergency.wa.gov.au/plan) , or in the Emergency WA app (https://emergency.wa.gov.au/app/plan) to stay safe in future emergencies.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR
- It is contained and under control.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
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 (https://travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au/Home/Map) , calling 138 138 (tel:138138) or by contacting your Local Government Authority.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING
- Firefighters are patrolling the area and mopping up.
EXTRA INFORMATION
- Parks and Wildlife Service is managing the fire.
- The incident was reported at 10:49 AM on 10 May 2026.
- The cause of the incident is unknown.
People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 (tel:1800333%20000) .
KEEP UP TO DATE
- Visit Emergency WA (https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/) or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store (https://apps.apple.com/au/app/emergency-wa/id6738075801/) or Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.gov.wa.dfes.emergencywa) .
- Call 13 DFES (13 3337 (tel:133337) ).
- Follow DFES on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dfeswa/) .
- Listen to ABC Local Radio (https://reception.abc.net.au/) , 6PR, 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.
No further updates will be issued.
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Media Contact: DBCA Media on 9219 9999.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/69fff8cdd756146f1856cab7 May 10, 2026, 03:45 PM