East Swan Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Monitor https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au for updates.

⛈️ PLEASE NOTE: Storm Advice - PREPARE NOW has been updated for parts of MIDWEST GASCOYNE, GOLDFIELDS MIDLANDS, PERTH METROPOLITAN, SOUTH WEST, UPPER GREAT SOUTHERN, LOWER SOUTH WEST and GREAT SOUTHERN. For the latest information visit emergency.wa.gov.au or the Emergency WA app ⛈️

⚠️ PREPARE YOUR PROPERTY NOW ⚠️

Strong and damaging winds are expected over the weekend. Now is the time to prepare your home and property before conditions arrive.

✔️ Secure loose outdoor items such as trampolines, outdoor furniture and bins
✔️ Tie down or store anything that could become airborne
✔️ Trim loose branches where safe to do so
✔️ Park vehicles away from trees and powerlines if possible
✔️ Charge phones, torches and backup batteries
✔️ Stay updated with the latest weather warnings and emergency information from BOM and EmergencyWA.

If driving during strong winds:🚗 Slow down and take extra care, especially around fallen debris and trees, Stay 8m away from Fallen Power Lines and Call western power 131 351

For urgent non emergency assistance and temporary repairs to damage call the SES 132 500, In an emergency call 000.

Stay safe and prepare early.

Prepare now for possible severe weather this weekend.

✅ Secure what you can - bring in or tie down loose outdoor items, and stay indoors away from windows

✅ Check your emergency kit - make sure you have essentials like water, food, a torch, batteries, and medications within easy reach

✅ Be ready to move if needed - know where you can safely relocate

✅ Stay informed – follow updates on https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

✅ Know who to call - 000 for life-threatening emergencies, State Emergency Service (132 500) for storm damage assistance, Western Power (13 13 51) for fallen power lines and Main Roads (138 138) for main road hazards.

TODAY TUESDAY 26TH MAY

🟡A HIGH Fire Danger Rating has been declared for Swan Inland North.

🚫🔥There is NO BURNING PERMITTED when the FDR is HIGH or above, this means all permits are Void for the entire day and no Burning of Garden Refuse is Permitted.

📞Report all signs of Fire to 000.

TODAY WEDNESDAY 13TH MAY

🟡A HIGH Fire Danger Rating has been declared for Swan Inland North.

🚫🔥There is NO BURNING PERMITTED when the FDR is HIGH or above, this means all permits are Void for the entire day and no Burning of Garden Refuse is Permitted.

📞Report all signs of Fire to 000.

🔥 PLAN SMART, BURN SMART 🔥

Did you know that a burn pile can continue to smoulder for several days after the flames are out? Hot spots can easily reignite and start a bushfire, especially if weather conditions change.

After conducting any burn, it is important to continue monitoring the area until you are completely confident it is fully extinguished.

If you’ve recently completed a burn its recommended you do the following handy tips with the weather warming up:

✅ Check your burn area several times a day
✅ Extinguish any remaining hot spots immediately
✅ Continue monitoring for at least 48 hours
✅ Be extra cautious if conditions become hotter, drier, or windier

Even a small amount of remaining heat can lead to a dangerous fire.

Please burn responsibly and help keep our community safe this season. 🚒

TODAY MONDAY 11TH MAY

🟡A HIGH Fire Danger Rating has been declared for Swan Inland North.

🚫🔥There is NO BURNING PERMITTED when the FDR is HIGH or above, this means all permits are Void for the entire day and no Burning of Garden Refuse is Permitted.

📞Report all signs of Fire to 000.

⚠️Mitigation Notice⚠️

The Brigade will be conducting prescribed burning on Joshua Mews in Baskerville, this afternoon (May 9th) from approximately 4.00pm.

Smoke is expected to be visible in the area through this evening.

City of Swan
East Swan Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Crews from across Swan an external will be Assisting the city of swan with the largest burn seen in some time for the city.

Burning will start this afternoon and over the weekend with burning to be completed over the coming weeks / months.

West Swan Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
East Gidgegannup Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
West Gidgegannup Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Bullsbrook Volunteer Fire and Emergency Service

City of Swan volunteers are undertaking the City’s largest ever hazard reduction burn 🔥

The tenure-blind strategic burn in the Avon Valley will cover about 350 hectares across multiple land tenures.

The burning is set to start Friday, May 8 and will continue for several days, subject to weather conditions.

Learn more: www.swan.wa.gov.au/hazard-reduction-burn

Today, on International Firefighters' Day, we pause to honour those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, and to pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment of firefighters.

These moving words are a fitting tribute to the brave individuals who put themselves in harm's way to protect our communities - we express our deepest gratitude to all firefighters for your service.

🚒 PLANNED BURN NOTICE 🔥

📍 Where: Railway Crescent, Herne Hill
📅 When: Wednesday 22nd April
⏰ Time: From approx. 5:00pm

Crews will be assisting a local resident with a pile burn, with ignition expected around 5:00pm. Smoke will be visible in the area.

For nearby residents:
• Close all doors and windows
• Turn off evaporative air conditioners (keep water running through the system if possible)

If you’re driving in the area:
• Turn your headlights on
• Drive slowly and with caution
• Watch for emergency services personnel and follow directions
• If visibility is poor, pull over safely, keep headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until conditions improve

Thank you for your understanding while crews carry out this planned activity to reduce fuel loads and improve community safety.