Fire and emergency management
Through the provision of information and resources, we aim to improve the long-term resilience of the community to natural hazards including bushfires, storms and other major emergencies.
There are a number of actions that you can take ahead of time to help reduce the impacts of these hazards on those things that we value the most such as our loved ones, our homes, irreplaceable belongings and our sense of community and safety.
We strongly encourage you to plan ahead for emergencies using the information available on our website and through the Department of Fire and Emergency Services.
Stay up to date during emergencies by visiting emergency.wa.gov.au or listening to ABC Radio Perth (720 AM).
Bushfires
Bushfire prevention and preparation, fire bans, firebreaks, hazard reduction burning, fire volunteers and burning permits.
Storms
Preparing for a storm, help during or after a storm and storm warning information.
Heatwaves
A heatwave occurs when the maximum and minimum temperatures are unusually high over a three-day period.
Earthquakes
Earthquakes may happen at any time without warning, and cannot be stopped or kept under control.
Preparedness events
Let’s prepare together. Join us at one of our community events to learn more, meet emergency services volunteers, and enjoy some fun activities.
Resources
Hear from others who’ve experienced a natural disaster and browse a range of resources to help you prepare for an emergency.
Emergency management
Details regarding the City’s local emergency management planning.
Keep up to date
Sign up for fire ban SMS notifications or subscribe to our Emergency Management email newsletter.
Evacuation centres
If an area needs to be evacuated, the City will notify residents of the appropriate evacuation centre via Emergency WA, ABC Radio Perth (720 AM), the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) WA website and the City’s website and social media channels.
For further information, visit the DFES website.