Bushfire Evacuation Centre at Margaret River Recreation Centre

A bushfire evacuation centre has been setup at the Margaret River Recreation Centre for people needing a safe place to go.

Time of issue: 02:48 PM Date of issue: 08 December 2021

The Department of Communities has set up an evacuation centre at Margaret River Recreation Centre, c

Please take any essential items such as medications and identification to the evacuation centre. Pets (except recognised assistance animals) are not allowed inside evacuation centres for health and safety reasons, so you should make alternative arrangements for them. If this is not possible, please still proceed to the evacuation centre with your pets and await further advice. People who have been personally directed to self-isolate or quarantine due to COVID-19, and anyone in a region subject to lockdown restrictions, should find alternative suitable premises and wear a mask.  If this is not possible, proceed to the evacuation centre and identify yourself to centre staff immediately on arrival. Protocols are in place to minimise COVID-19 risk at the evacuation centre and you must follow the directions of centre staff. Continue to follow COVID-19 precautions and maintain appropriate physical distancing.

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The fire is being managed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Parks and Wildlife Service.