Source: Emergency WA

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
There is no change to the previous alert. Great Northern Highway is closed between Sandfire Roadhouse and Roebuck.
Issued: 23 Sep 2025 05:35 AM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people travelling on the Great Northern Highway and in an area east and west of the Great Northern Highway including Port Smith and Bidyadanga in parts of LAGRANGE and ROEBUCK in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

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 bushfire plan. If you do not have a plan make one by visiting My Bushfire Plan.

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.

DFES Bushfires