Emergency Services - Cyclones and Fires
There are several SES units located in the region. For emergencies contact 000. For other queries please contact the below numbers:
Dampier
| Police: |
9183 1144 |
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| Fire & Rescue: |
9183 0593 |
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| Medical: |
9185 3555 |
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| Water & Sewerage: |
13 13 75 |
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| Power: |
9143 5432 |
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Karratha
| Police: |
9143 7200 |
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| State Emergency Service: |
13 25 00 |
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| Fire & Rescue: |
9185 2580 |
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| Hospital: |
9143 2333 |
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| Water & Sewerage: |
13 13 75 |
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| Power: |
13 23 51 |
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Roebourne
| Police: |
9182 1133 |
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| State Emergency Service: |
13 25 00 |
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| Fire & Rescue: |
9182 1391 |
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| Hospital: |
9182 0200 |
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| Water & Sewerage: |
13 13 75 |
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| Power: |
13 23 51 |
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Wickham & Point Samson
| Police: |
9187 1444 |
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| State Emergency Service: |
13 25 00 |
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| Fire & Rescue: |
9187 1315 |
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| Wickham Health Centre: |
9187 3200 |
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| Water & Sewerage: |
13 13 75 |
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| Power: |
13 23 51 |
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Tropical cyclones are a seasonal occurrence in the region. Wind can exceed 280km/h causing damage and turning loose items into potentially deadly missiles. The season runs from November to April with cyclones most prevalent in February and March.
The City of Karratha enforces a restricted fire season year round. Fire permits are required at all times and are available by contacting Ranger Services on 9186 8555.
For more information on preparation for a natural disaster and for procedure details, visit www.karratha.wa.gov.au.