Perth experienced a thick blanket of smoke haze during the afternoon peak hours, stemming from a scheduled prescribed burn-off on the city’s eastern outskirts southeast of Mundaring.
Smoke Warning Issued
Authorities released a warning shortly before 2 p.m., alerting residents across the entire Perth metropolitan area to expect smoky conditions. The haze is projected to dissipate by Thursday morning.
Air Quality Status
Perth’s overall air quality index remains in the ‘good’ category, though conditions are worsening in specific locations including South Lake, Quinns Rocks, and Duncraig.
Impacts on Suburbs
Ashfall has been observed in areas such as Applecross and the Perth CBD. Residents in Fremantle described a thick pall of smoke, while those in Victoria Park noted haze settling over the neighborhood.
Officials urge caution for vulnerable individuals during this period of elevated smoke levels.
