Source: Emergency WA
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Bushfire Heading: Northwest

The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES).
Please note changes throughout the alert. A Watch and Act - Monitor Conditions has been issued for Barn Hill Station and Caravan Park. The warning area has been extended north to include Yawuru Indigenous Protected Area.

Issued: 12 Aug 2026 11:39 AM

A Bushfire Watch and Act is in place for people at Barn Hill Caravan Park and Barn Hill Station in parts of ROEBUCK in the SHIRE OF BROOME.

The alert level for this fire has been upgraded as fire activity in the area has increased.

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.

ou 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 are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear.

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.

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