Shire Administration Office

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Latest update: 4:43pm, 3 October 2024

 

What is the current situation?

The fire has been extinguished and given the all-clear, and there is no direct threat to the community. The fire has made the bridge unsafe for use by vehicles, and will therefore remain closed until further notice.

Pedestrian access across the bridge is available, with signage and fencing in place to guide users. Please ensure you follow all directional signage at the bridge and do not access any other areas, including under the bridge. When utilising the pedestrian crossing, please park vehicles away from the area, off to the side of the road, in a safe location.

 

Detour (local traffic only)

A detour is in place for local traffic only via Kelly Street, Fowler Street and Hamilton Street - motorists and members of the general public are asked to avoid the area. When using the track, please ensure that you safely drive to the conditions, reduce speed in and around the area, and follow all directional signage and instructions from emergency services and traffic management personnel.

View the Detour Map

 

What happened?

A structure fire occurred on Irishtown Road (Donnybrook), between River Street and South Western Highway, which has affected the Preston River Bridge (also referred to as the Irishtown Road Bridge). The incident was reported at 4:48am on Wednesday 2 October 2024. 

 

What to do

• People should stay away from the area. If you are already in the area, please follow all directional signage and instructions from emergency services and traffic management personnel. 
• The cause of the fire has been classified as suspicious - police and emergency services are aware and are investigating. People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers WA.
• People with medical concerns should contact their local doctor or call Health Direct.
• During a power outage, your home phone, computer or other electronic devices connected to the NBN will not work. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit.
• Please direct all enquiries to the Shire Administration Office.

 

A Community Briefing Session for the Irishtown residents will take place at 4:00pm on Friday 4 October 2024, and will be held on the north side of the Irishtown Road Bridge (at the same location as the first meeting).

 

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