Fire in Northampton - Video and Images
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Structure Fire in the Northampton in the Shire of Northampton
Sunday 19 April 2015 - 4:20 PM
There is a structure fire on Hampton Road/North West Coastal Highway, near the intersection of Mary Street, in Northampton.
The fire started in a hardware store and is now burning in a number of buildings in the area.
Smoke and possibly toxic fumes from the fire are moving in an easterly direction.
WHAT TO DO:
• WA Police are working in the area to evacuate residents that may be affected. People are urged to follow the advice of Police and leave the area.
• People should close their doors and windows and switch off air conditioners.
• 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.
• Your safest option may be to visit family or friends who live away from the area.
ROAD CLOSURES:
Avoid the area and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site
A number of roads have been closed including:
• Hampton Road/North West Coastal Highway
• Mary Street
• Stephen Street
Road information may also be available by calling Main Roads WA on 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au
WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING:
• Approximately 30 firefighters are on the scene.
Firefighters have saved a number of buildings and are working to contain the fire.
EXTRA INFORMATION:
• The incident was reported at 1.41pm today.
• The cause of the fire is unknown.
KEEP UP TO DATE:
Visit www.dfes.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter @dfes_wa or listen to news bulletins.
The next update will be provided when the situation changes.
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