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Bushfire Heading: South

Updated By Agency: Aug 04, 2026 03:25 PM

Reported: Aug 04, 2026 03:02 PM

Location: KIMBERLEY

Type: Bushfire

Status: Active

Alert Level: Watch and Act

The following alert has been issued bythe Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
This alert has been upgraded to Watch and Act - Monitor Conditions. Please note changes throughout
Time of issue:03:24 PM
Date of issue:04 Aug 2026

Bushfire Watch and Act - MONITOR CONDITIONS - DERBYA Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people in an area north of Gibb River Road between Mowanjum and Birdwood Downs Station, including people on in Savannah Rural Blocks on Bungarun Road and Savannah Way in DERBY in the SHIRE OF DERBY/WEST KIMBERLEY.
There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning in the area and conditions are changing.

WHAT TO DO
Stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change.
You may need to act quickly so ensure you are prepared if the situation gets worse.
Read through your plan. If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA or in the Emergency WA app.
Have your emergency kit ready.
If you find it hard to move quickly, leaving now is your safest option.
Keep your doors and windows closed to keep out smoke.
Continue to patrol your property and be ready to put out spot fires.
If you plan to stay and defend ensure you are mentally and physically prepared, with protective clothing and an independent water supply.BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOURThe fire is moving in a southerly direction.ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONSRoads 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.

WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING
Firefighters are actively fighting the fire and backburning.ANIMAL WELFAREOwners 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 website.

EXTRA INFORMATION
DFES is managing the fire.
The incident was reported at 01:52 PM on 04 August 2026.
People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000
.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 issued every two hours unless the situation changes.ENDMedia Contact: DFES Media on 9395 9543.

Agency: Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)

Agency ID: 809097

Size (Geometry): 48 km²

DFES Bushfires