Gnowangerup bushfire: Bushfire warning downgraded to advice level as firefighters strengthen containment lines

A bushfire in WA’s south east has been downgraded to an advice level as firefighters work to strengthen containment lines.

The Department of Fire and Emergency services downgraded the emergency warning about 9.35pm on Wednesday for residents in and around Corackerup Road, Cardininup Road, Holden Road and Cowalellup Road and surrounding areas in parts of Needilup and Cowalellup in the Shires of Jerramungup and Gnowangerup.

The blaze — which was first reported about 4.50pm on Wednesday — is contained and controlled with firefighters on scene to strengthen containment lines.

“Stay alert and monitor your surroundings as conditions could change,” DFES said.

“Read through your bushfire plan and decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

“Watch for signs of a bushfire, especially smoke and flames.

“Close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners but keep water running through the system if possible.”

A number of roads have been closed including Corackerup Road between Cardininup Road and Boxwood-Ongerup Road, and Cowalellup Road between Boxwood-Ongerup Road and Norman Road.

Motorists have been advised to avoid the area.