THERE is a smoke alert for Muchea, Bindoon and northern suburbs between Quinns Rocks and Yanchep due to a prescribed burn near Muchea.
At 9.24am the Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) said smoke may be visible for motorists travelling along the Brand, Tonkin and Great Northern highways.
The alert the smoke was the result of a Parks and Wildlife Service prescribed burn about 7km southwest of Muchea and that road users should drive to the conditions.
The smoke is expected to settle in low lying areas before clearing on Sunday morning.
Also according to the Emergency WA app some of the burn offs today include near Cinnamon Mndr, Oregano Dr and Elderberry Link in Two Rocks, Taronga Pl in Carabooda, Lee-Steer Dr in Mariginiup, Golfview Pl and Knight Rd in Gnangara and one in Woodridge in the Shire of Gingin.
What to do:
- Shut doors and windows and turn off air-conditioners.
- If driving through the area, turn on headlights and drive slowly. If you cannot see clearly, pull over to the left, keep your headlights and hazard lights on, and wait until the smoke clears.
- People with asthma and pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses should follow their pre-prepared treatment plan.
- If affected by smoke contact your doctor or call 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422).
- Watch for emergency services personnel and follow their directions.
- Keep up to date:
- Visit Emergency WA or download the Emergency WA app from the App Store or Google Play
- Call 13 DFES (13 3337)
- Follow DFES on Facebook
- Listen to ABC Local Radio or news bulletins.
