UPDATE: Authorities have downgraded an emergency level fire that was putting lives and properties under threat in the Yallingup area on Monday afternoon.
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services issued an emergency warning for people in parts of Yallingup, Yallingup Siding and Yelverton in the City of Busselton about 3.20pm.
People in those areas were asked to “act immediately to survive”.
“There is a threat to lives and homes,” DFES stated.
Those in the area should leave now for a safer place. Those who cannot leave, should get ready to shelter in their homes.
An hour later the fire was “contained but not controlled” and the warning was downgraded to watch and act level.
Several popular wineries and eateries are situated in the warning area, including Swings and Roundabouts and Aravina Estate, as well as the Yallingup Maze and Mini Golf.
DFES says those who are leaving the warning area should leave north towards Dunsborough.
Brash Road is closed.
The fire started at 1.55pm.
Firefighters are on the scene actively fighting the fire and strengthening containment lines.
The City of Busselton is managing the fire.
Visit emergencywa.wa.gov.au for up-to-date information.