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Tyranus wrote:Nope but there was a strong smell on Lord street near harvey norman and at other points military road x Helena Valley Road depending on the wind...I was on a bike so it was a bit hard at times to tell which way the wind was blowing.

Fastlane wrote:

Tyranus wrote:Nope but there was a strong smell on Lord street near harvey norman and at other points military road x Helena Valley Road depending on the wind...I was on a bike so it was a bit hard at times to tell which way the wind was blowing.

Haha, it always stinks around there

Bushfire ADVICE for Albany Highway east of Jarrahdale10:13 26/02/2010, Alerts: Alerts
Category: Fire
Alert Summary: A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people travelling along Albany Highway and Jarrahdale Road for a fire 10 kilometres east-north-east of Jarrahdale.
Content:


ALERT LEVEL:
A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people travelling along Albany Highway and Jarrahdale Road for a fire 10 kilometres east-north-east of Jarrahdale.
The fire has burnt through approximately 2.5 hectares.
No private property is threatened by the fire. Although there is no immediate danger you need to keep up to date in case the situation changes.
The Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) will release further advice as the situation changes.
WHAT TO DO:
People travelling in the area need to be alert and aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site and take their advice.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:
The fire is burning in State forest and well away from private property. It started following lightning strikes earlier this morning.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:

DEC fire crews are on the scene. They are being supported by water bombers and are using heavy earth moving machines to track the fire.
ROAD CLOSURES:
No roads are closed but motorists are asked to reduce speed and drive carefully because of
AGENCY RESPONSIBLE:
DEC is managing the fire.
KEEP UP TO DATE:

Call 1300 657 209, visit www.dec.wa.gov.au or www.fesa.wa.gov.au or listen to local radio news bulletins.
Publication Time: 26/02/2010 10:05 AM
Expiration Time: 28/02/2010 9:00 PM
Incident Name: Albany Highway Bushfire East of Jarrahdale - 26/02/2010 10:05 AM

Fastlane wrote:lol. 2.5ha isn't large

Bushfire ADVICE for Bindoon and Mooliabeenee16:20 26/02/2010, Alerts: Alerts
Category: Fire
Alert Summary: A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people near the Bindoon Moora Road and Wells Glover Road for a fire that has started in the Mooliabeenee and Bindoon region in the Shire of Chittering.
Content:
ALERT LEVEL:
A bushfire ADVICE has been issued for people near the Bindoon Moora Road and Wells Glover Road for a fire that has started in the Mooliabeenee and Bindoon region in the Shire of Chittering.

There are no lives or homes threatened by the fire. Although there is no immediate danger you need to keep up to date in case the situation changes.
WHAT TO DO:
People living in the area need to be alert and watch for signs of fire.
You should:
· Close all doors and windows
· Turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible
People living in the area need to be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site and take their advice.
BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR:
The bushfire is moving in a northerly direction and is not contained or under control.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:
Bush Fire Service firefighters from Bindoon, Lower Chittering, Wannamal and the Shire of Chittering are on the scene.
Two helitac helicopters have been mobilised to assist ground crews.
The incident was reported at 2.16 pm today.
ROAD CLOSURES:
No roads are closed but motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.
Further clarification should be sought from WA Police or Main Roads WA on 138 138.
AGENCY RESPONSIBLE:
Shire of Chittering
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Call 1300 657 209, visit www.fesa.wa.gov.au or listen to news bulletins.
Publication Time: 26/02/2010 4:15 PM
Expiration Time: 28/02/2010 10:00 PM
Incident Name: Bindoon Mooliabeenee Bushfire - 26/02/2010 4:05 PM

cat21 wrote:Just been told that theres a fairly big fire near Cunderdin, units from Northam and Grass Valley etc on their way but my scanner can't pick up anything that far away... does anyone know any more? Tried to get hold of the other half but he's out fighting it and the mobile reception is pretty ordinary:(

colin wrote:I was travelling home at about 2100 and heard grass valley advise 6IP that they had returned to the shed.