Bushfire Advice THREAT IS REDUCED - ROEBUCK, WATERBANK AND WILLARE
(https://genvis.com/assets/ewa-logo.png)
The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note this warning is now under a threat is reduced as bushfire activity has decreased.
Time of issue:
03:57 PM
Date of issue:
25 Jul 2026
Bushfire Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - ROEBUCK, WATERBANK and WILLARE
A Bushfire Advice is in place for the Nillibubbica Rest Area, the Bidan community, Kimberley Quarries, Yeeda Meatworks, Yeeda Pastoral Station and people travelling along Great Northern Highway in ROEBUCK, WATERBANK and WILLARE in the SHIRE OF DERBY-WEST KIMBERLEY.
- There is no threat to lives or homes.
- There may be 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 (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
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 (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 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 (https://www.dpird.wa.gov.au/businesses/animal-welfare-businesses/animal-welfare-in-emergencies/?accordion=accordioncff0382f8d9443568d7cd5f401ec7887) website.
EXTRA INFORMATION
- DFES is managing the fire.
- The incident was reported at 02:17 PM on 17 July 2026.
- The cause of the incident is suspicious.
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/) 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.
This is the final update for this incident.
END
Media Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.
Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/6a59d0365a2dbb01929de72a Jul 25, 2026, 03:57 PM