The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)
This is a new alert
Time of issue: 01:38 PM
Date of issue: 23 April 2020
Chemical Spill in Cockram Road near the intersection of Lennards Road in Lennard Brook in the SHIRE OF GINGIN.
There is a Chemical Spill near Cockram Rd, near the intersection of Lennards Rd, in Lennard Brook in the Shire of Gingin.
A chemical spill has occurred at a landfill facility.
There is no direct threat to the community.
WHAT TO DO:
- As a precautionary measure, people in the area should remain inside, out of the smoke or fumes, with doors and windows closed. Air conditioners should also be switched off.
- People should stay away from the area. If you are already in the area take advice from emergency services personnel.
- People with medical concerns should contact their local doctor or call Health Direct on 1800 022 222.
ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS:
Roads have not been closed.
- Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel.
- Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the Shire of Gingin.
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:
- Firefighters are on the scene.
EXTRA INFORMATION:
- The incident was reported at 23/04/2020 11:25:00.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio, 6PR, or news bulletins.
During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.
Updates will be issued if further information becomes available.
