Attention #Southbound2016 Attendees – If you are heading to Southbound 2016 please be advised there are significant road closures in place between Perth and the South West. Due to a bushfire in the Waroona, Preston Beach and Harvey area the South West Highway and Forrest Highway have road closures in place (as at 2:00pm Thursday 7 January 2016).
It is expected road closures will remain in place throughout tonight and tomorrow, however that will be continually re-assessed. Anyone heading to #Southbound2016 is advised to check the Main Roads WA website (www.mainroads.wa.gov.au) for the latest road closure information and recommended alternative routes.
For the latest fire information updates visit the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Website (www.dfes.wa.gov.au). You should also follow @dfes_wa on Twitter and listen to ABC local radio for ongoing updates. It may take longer than expected to travel to the event, so please allow extra travel time. Updates on the fire will not be provided by WA Police. All updates will be provided via the DFES Website and Twitter account.
Refer to the map here for the alternate route.
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