Iconic Perth water park in danger as bushfire burns uncontrollably in Bullsbrook, lives and homes at risk

A bushfire is threatening lives and homes in parts of Bullsbrook and Muchea, with residents told to “act immediately to survive”.

An emergency warning was issued at 1.58pm on Wednesday for the area bound by Martin Road to the north, Tonkin Highway to the east, Neaves Road to the south, and Kirby Road to the west.

Emergency WA say people in the area are in danger and should act immediately to survive, with lives and homes under threat.

The fire is not contained or controlled and is burning in a westerly direction.

Davidson Street and Bingham Road to the north of the intersection with Pine Road are closed.

The iconic waterpark Outback Splash is within the evacuation zone, and has issued a statement saying the park is closed from 2.25pm.

Residents as far away as Joondalup are reporting ash is raining down from the fire.

WHAT TO DO

• If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. This may be with family or friends away from the area.
• If it is safe to do so, leave now along Neaves Road or Tonkin Highway.
• Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute could put your life in danger.
• Take your emergency kit with you.
• If you become stuck in your car, park away from bushes, cover yourself with a woollen blanket, get onto the floor as the windows may break from the intense heat.
• Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.
• If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home.
• You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you before the flames reach you.
• Go to a room in your home where you can shelter from the approaching fire.
• The room should have running water, such as a kitchen or laundry, and have a clear exit so you can easily escape.
• If you are not at home, it is too dangerous to return.

Updates will be available at the Emergency WA website.