City Notices: Perth Hills Bushfire Alert and Public Service Updates

Emergency Alert: Perth Hills Bushfire Update

An active Watch and Act warning remains in place for residents in Darlington, Helena Valley, and Boya as of Saturday, 7 February 2026. While the fire in the Perth Hills was downgraded from an Emergency Warning on Friday evening, the blaze remains uncontained and is currently described as stationary. The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) warns that conditions can change rapidly and residents should remain vigilant.

• Road Closures: Clayton Road remains closed to all traffic to allow for ongoing firefighting operations. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and follow all local diversions.
• Evacuation Centre: For residents unable to return to their homes, an evacuation centre remains operational at Brown Park on Amherst Road in Swan View. Those heading to the centre are advised to bring essential items such as medications and identification. Please be aware that pets are not permitted at this facility, with the exception of assistance animals.

Transperth Service Disruptions

Commuters utilizing the public transport network this Saturday should prepare for several scheduled disruptions and bus stop changes across the metropolitan area. Transperth has confirmed the following updates for February 7:

• Route 975: Specific service disruptions are scheduled throughout the day. Passengers are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance.
• Bus Stop Disruptions: A series of temporary stop closures and route diversions are in effect for several major lines, including Routes 28, 30, 31, 40, 41, 42, 43, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, and 910. These changes are necessary to accommodate local infrastructure maintenance.

Metropolitan Roadworks and Infrastructure

The City of Perth has confirmed several ongoing road closures and project updates that will impact traffic flow throughout the weekend:

• East Perth: Full road closures continue on Waterloo Crescent, Horatio Street, and Nelson Crescent. These restrictions are scheduled to remain in place until Sunday, 8 February 2026.
• Crawley: Long-term maintenance work on Hackett Drive continues. Motorists should expect delays in the area through to mid-February.
• Adelaide Terrace: While Adelaide Terrace in East Perth has been reopened following a building fire on Friday, residual lane blockages may still be present. Drivers should exercise caution when approaching the area near Bennett Street.

WA Health and Safety Advisories

WA Health has issued reminders regarding seasonal health risks. Following a meningococcal disease update earlier this week, officials are urging the public to stay informed of symptoms. Furthermore, the sustained warm weather has increased the risk of amoebic meningitis. Residents are advised to avoid jumping or diving into warm, stagnant water and to flush garden hoses before use. Additionally, following recent aerial larvicide treatments in the South Perth area, residents are reminded to maintain standard mosquito protection protocols.

Statewide Travel Warning

While weather conditions in Perth remain stable, the Bureau of Meteorology has issued a cyclone warning for the Pilbara coast. Western Australians planning to travel north this weekend should monitor official channels for updates on Tropical Low 21U, which is expected to intensify into a Category 2 cyclone by Saturday night.