DFES bushfire warning: Lives, homes at risk in Mid West towns of Bonniefield, Bookara near Geraldton

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DFES bushfire warning: Lives, homes at risk in Mid West towns of Bonniefield, Bookara near Geraldton

Locals in two towns near Geraldton have been urged to leave with a bushfire bearing down.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services issued the warning for the Mid West towns of Bonniefield and Bookara in the Shire of Irwin, about 50km south of Geraldton, after the blaze was reported just after midday on Wednesday.

It said the warning was in place for those bound by Brand Highway, Padbury Road, Loxton Drive and Fane Road.

DFES said those in the area were in danger and needed to act.

Residents are advised to leave west to reach Brand Highway, before heading north or south.

The fire, which is out of control, started at the intersection of Melaleuca and Beagle roads and is moving in a westerly direction. Firefighters are on the scene.

A watch and act is in place for the area west of Brand Highway.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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