Heatwave Safety
The City of Canning has information to help you stay safe during heatwaves and hot weather.
Fire and Emergency Preparedness
Annual Fire Hazard Reduction Notice
The City requires all land owners and occupiers to comply with the Annual Fire Hazard Reduction Notice year round.
Approval to Burn
Residents can apply for an Approval to Burn and must follow the restricted burning times and requirements.
Welfare Evacuation Centres
If you need to evacuate, first seek shelter with family or friends. If you are unable to, then please use a Welfare Evacuation Centre.
Local Emergency Management Planning
In an emergency or large-scale incident, the City has developed local emergency arrangements.
City of Canning publications
- Annual Fire Hazard Reduction Notice (PDF 670KB) / Simplified version (PDF 4MB)
- Pets in an Emergency Brochure (PDF 2MB)
- Emergency Preparedness Brochure in:
- Preparing for the Unexpected Brochure (PDF 400KB)
Emergency contacts
For fire or life-threatening emergencies, please call 000.
Emergency Contact information is also available in magnet form at the City’s Administration building and Libraries, or by request. Contact the Safe Communities team on 1300 422 664 for more information.
Latest information
- The Emergency WA website outlines the latest warnings and incidents.
- The Bureau of Metrology outlines the latest weather warnings.
Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)
- Emergency information – 13 3337 (24 hour contact)
- SES Emergency Assistance – 132 500
- DFES website
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