New Fire Weather Districts based on latest science, data to boost community safety

The boundaries, which are used to communicate Fire Danger Ratings across the State, have been revised by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) to better align with local government areas and group together regions with similar land use, vegetation and climate.

The changes, which came into effect today, follow extensive research and consultation with key bushfire management stakeholders including the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions and all affected local governments across WA.

It is the first update to Fire Weather District boundaries since WA adopted the Australian Fire Danger Rating System in early 2022.

The new boundaries will be automatically reflected on the Emergency WA app and website, which is the best place to stay up to date with bushfire warnings, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans in your area.

“DFES is always looking at the latest bushfire science and data and considering feedback from key bushfire management stakeholders to ensure we’ve got the most robust systems to keep Western Australians safe,” Executive Director Bushfire Capability Murray Carter said.

“We conducted extensive research and consultation. Local governments across the State have been very supportive. We are confident the new Fire Weather Districts will be a positive change for community safety.

“They more closely match conditions on the ground and will lead to improved Fire Danger Ratings to help community members make informed decisions to protect themselves from the potentially dangerous impacts of bushfire.”

Find out what's changed by region here.