28/10/2026
EWA Welfare Corner: Bushfire and Emergency Preparedness
Summer is almost here, and so is bushfire season. If a fire threatens, will you and your horse be ready?
Planning now makes all the difference. This month, take these five steps:
✅ Write an evacuation plan with two destinations and two exit routes
✅ Check microchip details and add ID tags or leg bands
✅ Practise loading every horse, because a horse that won’t load can’t be evacuated
✅ Pack an emergency kit with feed, water, first aid and records
✅ Download the Emergency WA app and set up your watch zones
Warning Rating system:
🟡 Advice: An incident is active but there is no immediate threat to lives or homes. Be aware and keep
up to date.
🟠 Watch and Act: There is a possible threat to lives or homes. Take action now to protect yourself and others.
🔴 Emergency Warning: There is a threat to lives and homes. You may be in danger and need to take immediate action.
And remember: leave early. It is the safest choice for you and your horse.
Read the full article here: https://www.wa.equestrian.org.au/news/ewa-welfare-corner-bushfire-and-emergency-prepardness
DFES Rating system: https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard-information/warning-systems/australian-warning-system
Emergency WA: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/
Call 000 in case of emergency !
