THE bushfire alert for the north-eastern part of Roleystone has been downgraded.
A watch and act alert was issued for people in or around Chevin Road, Peet Road, Raeburn Road, Brookton Highway and surrounding area.
The fire started near the intersection of Gwynne Place and Chevin Road and was reported at 01.21pm yesterday.
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READ NOWThe bushfire is now contained and under control.
People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Police Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
WHAT TO DO
Stay alert and monitor your surroundings.
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.
Read through your bushfire survival plan.
If you do not have a plan decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.
ROAD CLOSURES
Gwynne Road
Heath Road
Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke.
Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au OR CITY OF ARMADALE.
For up-to-the-minute information visit emergency.wa.gov.au