Kalgan bushfire: Threat reduced as blaze is contained and controlled but advice alert remains in place

The threat is reduced for residents in Kalgan and Lower King as firefighters manage to contain and control a bushfire sparked in a paddock near Two Peoples Bay on Monday.

A small paddock fire on the corner of Nanarup and Dempster roads in Kalgan sparked a bushfire advice for the adjacent area on Monday morning, which was downgraded to a reduced threat on Tuesday as the fire was stationary and brought under control.

The fire was reported just after 11am on Monday morning, and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services dispatched two volunteer fire and rescue crews to the scene.

Parks and Wildlife Service officers were also on scene on Monday assisting firefighting crews, and firefighters continued monitoring the area and mopping up on Tuesday afternoon.

Despite the decreased threat, the advice remains in place on Tuesday afternoon for an area bounded by Hunton Road, Douglas Road, Dempster Road and extends south of Nanarup Road in Kalgan and Lower King.

All roads in the area remain open, but drivers are urged to slow down and turn their headlights on, and follow all directions given by emergency services personnel.

BUSHFIRE ADVICE - THREAT IS REDUCED - KALGAN AND LOWER KING

WHAT TO DO

• The threat of the fire has reduced, however you should take care in the area.
• Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke and fallen trees and power poles.
• If you do not have a plan, make one now on Emergency WA, or in the Emergency WA app to stay safe in future emergencies.