Smoke Alert FOR THE PERTH METROPOLITAN AREA
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The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note this smoke alert has been updated to cover Perth CBD and the greater metropolitan area.
Time of issue:
05:05 PM
Date of issue:
24 May 2026
Smoke Alert for the PERTH METROPOLITAN AREA
- A Smoke Alert has been issued for people in the greater PERTH METROPOLITAN AREA.
- The smoke is the result of prescribed burning and private burns being carried out north east of the CBD.
- The smoke is expected to clear over the coming days.
WHAT TO DO
- Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners.
- If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears.
- People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan.
- If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 (tel:1800633422) ).
- Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS
Roads have not been closed.
Motorists are asked to 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.
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.
Updates will be provided when the situation changes.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6a0e793367357d023083d91f May 24, 2026, 05:05 PM