Smoke Alert FOR MANJIMUP, PEMBERTON, BRIDGETOWN AND SURROUNDS IN THE SHIRE OF BRIDGETOWN-GREENBUSHES AND SHIRE OF MANJIMUP

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Smoke Alert FOR MANJIMUP, PEMBERTON, BRIDGETOWN AND SURROUNDS IN THE SHIRE OF BRIDGETOWN-GREENBUSHES AND SHIRE OF MANJIMUP



The following alert has been issued by
the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

This is a new alert.

Time of issue:
12:49 PM

Date of issue:
16 Apr 2026

Smoke Alert for MANJIMUP, PEMBERTON, BRIDGETOWN and surrounds in the SHIRE OF BRIDGETOWN-GREENBUSHES and SHIRE OF MANJIMUP

• A Smoke Alert has been issued for people in MANJIMUP, PEMBERTON, BRIDGETOWN and surrounds in the SHIRE OF BRIDGETOWN-GREENBUSHES and SHIRE OF MANJIMUP.
  
• The smoke is the result of private property burn offs and Parks and Wildlife Service prescribed burns in the area.
  
• The smoke is expected to clear tomorrow.
  

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 Health Direct on 1800 022 222 .
• Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.

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 , calling 138 138  or by contacting your Local Government Authority.

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 , 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: DBCA Media on 9219 9999.


Source: https://emergency.wa.gov.au/warnings/69e069bcca4f232bd8253660 Apr 16, 2026, 12:49 PM