Lives and homes are possibly under threat in Edgewater and Joondalup this afternoon after a bushfire watch and act was issued for the suburbs in Perth’s north, next to Edith Cowan University and Lake Joondalup.
The watch and act was issued for residents at 4.50pm in the area between Edgewater Drive, Outlook Drive, Treetop Avenue, Joondalup Drive and Lakeside Drive.
DFES says there is a possible threat to lives and homes and conditions are changing.
The bushfire is moving in a northeasterly direction, and firefighters are on the scene with support from waterbombers.
DFES have urged people to avoid the area if possible.
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.
Updates will be available at the Emergency WA website.
