Hazmat General Warning HAZMAT FIRE IN DERBY IN THE SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY

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Hazmat General Warning HAZMAT FIRE IN DERBY IN THE SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY



The following alert has been issued by
the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).

Please note the anticipated afternoon wind change is in effect, pushing smoke in a northerly direction.

Time of issue:
03:05 PM

Date of issue:
27 Jul 2026

Hazmat General Warning - HAZMAT Fire in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY

ALERT LEVEL

There is a HAZMAT Fire on Steel Street near the intersection of Fitzroy Street in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.

A fire at a waste facility is resulting in potentially dangerous smoke blowing in a northerly direction.

WHAT TO DO

• As a precautionary measure, people in the area should remain inside, out of the smoke or fumes, with doors and windows closed. Air conditioners should also be switched off.
• People should stay away from the area. If you are already in the area take advice from emergency services personnel.
• People with medical concerns should contact their local doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422 ).

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.

EXTRA INFORMATION

• The incident was reported at 11:47 AM on 27 July 2026.
  

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.

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/6a66df7a4eceb66c4f4ff92c Jul 27, 2026, 03:05 PM